In this episode Steve chats with retired Southern California Officer, David Putnam.  Dave has some incredible stories and intense experiences.   During his career in law enforcement, David Putnam has worked in narcotics, violent crime, criminal intelligence, hostage rescue, SWAT, and Internal Affairs, to name just a few. He is the recipient of many awards and commendations for his heroism. He lives in southern California with his wife, Mary. He is a best selling author of the Bruno Johnson series. The Sinister out last Feb received a starred review in Publisher's Weekly. Check out his books www.davidputnambooks.com Contact David David@davidputnambooks.com Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055           -Video of the interviews           -Vinyl TPS logo sticker           -Patron Shoutout            -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve   Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

One On One PCP Fight, Robbery Shooting, Run And Gun Drug Deal

Massachusetts police officer Steve Gould interviews a variety of law enforcement officers about their most intense moments on the job. Shocking moments, humorous moments and terrifying moments are recalled by the officers that experienced them.  Meet the variety of personalities that make up the police and get to know them on a personal level.  You couldn’t make these stories up if you tried. 
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The great Joe Kenda returns to the podcast! I could talk with Joe for hours, so many great stories from his long and legendary career. Joe's Books  https://www.amazon.com/stores/Joe-Kenda/author/B0748HMKY2?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated;=true&shoppingPortalEnabled;=true Contact Steve - steve@thingspolicesee.com Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055           -Video of the interviews           -Vinyl TPS logo sticker           -Patron Shoutout            -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes!  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

Joe Kenda Homicide Hunter Returns

Jamon Jack has seen a lot during his career as a reserve Indianapolis Police Officer.  Jamon takes us through his bizzare, intense, and heart breaking calls. Reserve officers do not escape the trauma and sometimes brutalness of being a police officer. Jamon currently works for Security 101, a law enforcement adjacent company that provides emergency comminucation solutions for active shooter and threat response. WWW.SECURITY101.COM See Jamon and The Carolling Cops performing on The Rosie O'Donnell   https://youtu.be/G0UAFGZmwdA?si=qMnCzirKOJD0FlCj Contact Steve - steve@thingspolicesee.com Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055           -Video of the interviews           -Vinyl TPS logo sticker           -Patron Shoutout            -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes!  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

First Shooting Call, Suicidal Man Saws His Own Hand, Child Drowning

For more exclusive content and other perks go to http://www.patreon.com/thingspolicesee   Taser fails twice to lethal force only option Does a full moon affect emergency workers - there’s some evidence Peeing you pants is cool now College protestors want amnesty for disrupting campuses Cop car vs ATV - who wins that crash? Car pool cholo dummy doesn’t work Emotional support alligator Weird stuff about the moon landing and cicada zombies are real and they are coming!

New Episode Out On Patreon Today - Cops And The News

Retired LASD Homicide Detective and popular author, Danny R. Smith, shares some of his craziest stories from the job. Los Angeles County never disappoints when it comes to war stories!  It's no suprise that Danny's Dickey Floyd novels have gained so much popularity and praise.  Website:  https://dickiefloydnovels.com (The Murder Memo)   Direct link to Amazon for Memoir:  https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09FGWT2WV/   Direct link to Amazon for the first book in the series, A Good Bunch of Men: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07FKTXC17    Contact Steve - steve@thingspolicesee.com Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055           -Video of the interviews           -Vinyl TPS logo sticker           -Patron Shoutout            -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes!  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net   

Brutal Stabbing Murder, Cheating Death Gun Fight, Wrong Place Wrong Time

Jonna Wiltshire started her career with the Los Angeles County Marshal’s Service.  The Marshals were eventually taken over by the Sheriff's Department which gave Jonna the opportunity to go to patrol school and hit the streets! She did 30 years in law enforcement and retired a Sergeant with the LASD. Really fun interview! Jonna is now the director at the California Police Athletic Federation. Support the CPAF https://cpaf.org/ Contact Steve - steve@thingspolicesee.com Support the show by joining the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055           -Video of the interviews           -Vinyl TPS logo sticker           -Patron Shoutout            -Exclusive posts and direct messaging to Steve Please rate and review on iTunes!  https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/things-police-see-first-hand-accounts/id1384355891?mt=2 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net      

One On One PCP Fight, Robbery Shooting, Run And Gun Drug Deal

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