Jay is with me to discuss 2 line of duty deaths we had in our department long ago; different in their details, but each impactful. RIP Lt. Bradshaw and Ofc. Hawk, God bless.
All things Mexico is the topic for this episode - border, drugs, kidnapping, cartels, control of the country - from the perspective of a couple retired cops who dealt first hand with every aspect.
A "routine" noise complaint turns into an odds defying deadly force encounter for my friend Ross, who joins me for this episode.
An armed robbery starts a chain of events ending with two men dead, one being an officer from a neighboring agency. RIP Officer Snedigar, and God bless your family, Sir.
Second part with Brian, a continuation of our discussion about his experiences working undercover.
Another 2 part series, I got Brian back in with me to tell some stories from his days working undercover, buying drugs, outwitting criminals, and maybe playing the part too well.
The second part of this 2-part series, Jay and I continue the discussion with 2 more police involved shooting incidents that have attracted so much attention.
During this 2-part series, Jay and I discuss four recent police involved shooting incidents that have caused so many people to reach out to us with questions.
Police and Fire are both public safety jobs, but so different. Greg is with me to discuss his unique experiences having worked both Police and Fire careers; the differences, similarities, and a story or two.
Working a career in both law enforcement and private investigations, you see the beginning, middle and end results of an arrest. Jay and I discuss what happens after the arrest, and things that are important to know . . . just in case.
Working undercover is one of the most challenging and exciting assignments there is. And like many law enforcement jobs, often misunderstood, even by other cops. Jay and I talk about our time working UC, and give our perspectives and thoughts.
Over the years, some of our more interesting PI clients have been professional athletes. Jay and I discuss the problems unique to them, things that we've learned, and a few specific cases.
John's story starts with a guy looking to save his own neck. There was a bit of "snitchin'" going on, culminating with a guy getting killed just to make sure he couldn't. Drugs may have played a minor role in this one.
"Stripper Sisters, Drugs & Murder", according to Rolling Stones magazine. This was a multi-faceted case that garnered national attention. Jay relates the details for this strange story, part of which involved a horrific murder contrasted with the beauty of the murder scene.
Amazing how greed can corrupt even those we like to think would be above it. Another Jay story about a group of men trying to recoup their money after a bad investment, and how far they're willing to go to get it back.
Retired homicide investigator John is back with a story that starts with blood on the floor of a motel room, initially explained away with a ridiculous explanation. I even learn something new from this one, still not sure I believe it.
Jay calls on a Sunday afternoon with a story about a body in a barrel . . . and not in a funny way. We talk a little about private investigations work, then unwind the story.
In seconds, a search warrant spins into a hostage situation with a heavily armed, tweaked out suspect . . . and it doesn't end well. Jay and I were both out on this SWAT callout, but his role was far more demanding and intense.
A single mother's fateful decision to hang out at a Hells Angels clubhouse is the basis for this episode. Even though retired, Jay played an indispensable role in this controversial homicide investigation.
An armed robbery goes down at a restaurant in Phoenix, but it happens the morning after it was supposed to. And we know who did it. Jay and I recount a serial robbery investigation where despite all the hard work and investigative tools brought to bear, no one was ever arrested.
Jay is back with me to describe his experience as a K9 handler. We talk about how he got into the assignment, a few stories, and what it's like to have a hairy, slobbering, biting machine for a partner.
A dangerous felon, on the run from the cops, snatches a small boy off the street, resulting in a hostage situation. Unlike most, this one does not end well. Listen as my good friend Jay recounts this incident, and the heavy price paid by law enforcement.
Over a career, a cop sees hundreds of really gross things, some they'll never forget. Some are silly, and humorous, maybe in a sick way, and some are enough to make you retch even years later. Here's a few that have stuck with me.
They say prostitution is the oldest profession, but it's still illegal most everywhere. While misrepresented in TV and movies, give this episode a listen for a more accurate, much less glamorous reality.
Bad guys hide from good guys - always have, always will. While "hide & seek" incidents are often dangerous and not fun at the time, here are a few I can recall with a smile.
Wrapping up my Bosnian work experience with a few more stories - a run-in with the Italian police, a mass grave, scary snow, and going back home.
More on my Bosnian experience with day to day operations, working with other nationalities and learning more about their culture and how different we can be on some issues.
Following a civil war in Bosnia-Herzegovina, I went there as part of a United Nations program to help modernize and improve the civilian police force. From avoiding landmines to a mass grave, with some good times thrown in, over the next few episodes I'll explain how I got there, and some memorable experiences.
We've all seen someone do something stupid and dangerous, and wished the cops were there to do something. Here's a couple of bicycle riding stories where that's just what happened, much to the displeasure of the offenders.
A man threatening suicide turns out to be a wanted fugitive, and a SWAT callout ensues. Even after our best efforts, this one doesn't end as desired.
