LEORF News
March 11, 2024

Hero Spotlight: WACOPS Heroes

I.U.P.A. Local Washington Council of Police and Sheriffs Law Enforcement Associates, #27 awarded four officers this year with the Mark Brinkman Distinguished Service Award. A video of the event can be viewed here. Officer Jacob Schrader Detective Ben Miller Detective Ben Wheeler Sergeant Dan Dusevoir The Mark Brinkman Distinguished Service…
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LEORF News
March 4, 2024

Run in Honor of Trooper Zachary Fink

I.U.P.A. Local Port St. Lucie Police Officers Association, #6015 and I.U.P.A. Local Port St. Lucie Police Sergeants Association, #6017 Members participated in a run in honor of Trooper Zachary Fink who was recently killed in the line of duty on February 2, 2024. Port Saint Lucie Police Department posted photos…
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LEORF News
February 26, 2024

Hero Spotlight: Patrol Officer Austin Bly

I.U.P.A. Local Toledo Police Patrolman's Assn., #10 Member Patrol Officer Austin Bly was awarded the State of Ohio Non-Commissioned Officer of the Year Award as well as the Northwest Ohio Safety Council Hero Award. The International Union of Police Associations also recognized him for his service and these extraordinary achievements…
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LEORF News
February 20, 2024

Valentine’s Day with LEOs Nationwide

Ohio: I.U.P.A. Local Toledo Police Patrolman's Assn., #10 Members Officer Justin Siminak and Community Service Officer Hassan Cheaib along with other officers from Toledo Police Department delivered stuffed animals to the hospital to cheer up the children who had to spend the holiday there. Toledo Police Department posted to social…
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LEORF News
February 12, 2024

Police Birthdays in Bunnell, Florida!

A ten-year-old boy named Daniel in Bunnell, Florida lost his mother a few years ago. Every year, he and his father do something to show their appreciation in honor of her memory. This year, they gave donuts, coffee, and a thank you letter to their local police officers. Bunell Police…
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LEORF News
February 5, 2024

Hero Spotlight: Officer Rusten Sheskey

I.U.P.A. Local Kenosha Professional Police Association, #211 Member Officer Rusten Sheskey was recently recognized by the United States Secret Service’s National Computer Forensics Institute (NCFI). He was ranked 35th out of 3,800 examiners across the country for his efforts in 2023. Kenosha Police Department posted on social media, “Today’s Law…
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LEORF News
January 29, 2024

New Smyrna Beach Officers Help Kids Celebrate Literacy Week

I.U.P.A. Local New Smyrna Beach POA, #6057 members read to kids at Chisholm Elementary School to help develop their reading skills during Literacy Week, Florida! New Smyrna Beach Police Department posted the below photos on social media, “Celebrate Literacy Week, Florida! Literacy week is about promoting reading, literacy, and introducing…
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LEORF News
January 22, 2024

Hero Spotlight: Milwaukee Officers

I.U.P.A. Local Milwaukee Police Association, #21 officers were recognized by the Milwaukee Police Department and the International Union of Police Associations for their heroism through Merit Awards as well as letters and certificates from President Cabral and Secretary-Treasurer Crivello. Police Officer Bradley M. Livingston - Click here to view certificate…
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LEORF News
January 16, 2024

Law Enforcement Appreciation Day in Harris County, Texas

I.U.P.A. Local Coalition of Police, #911 members in Harris County Constable Precinct 4 received some treats from members of the community in honor of Law Enforcement Appreciation Day. The department posted about how COPS brought by some treats, “THANK YOU CONCERNS OF POLICE SURVIVORS!! Thank you, Annette Bennett, President of…
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LEORF News
January 8, 2024

I.U.P.A. Local 34 Donates to Victim Witness Fund

I.U.P.A. Local Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association, #34, donates annually to the Victim Witness Fund in Virginia Beach, Virginia to provide much-needed support for those affected by violent crime in their community. I.U.P.A. Local Virginia Beach Police Benevolent Association, #34, donates money for each Norfolk Tides home run. This year,…
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