FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 1, 2012
May 1, 2012
Fairfax, Va. - Seven law enforcement officers were killed in the line of duty in the United States in April 2012. Although this is a slight increase over the five line of duty deaths in March, 2012 is still the safest year for law enforcement officers since WWII.
Most notably, in April 2012:
- Seven (7) law enforcement officers (LEOs) were killed, compared to 11 in April 2011
- Three LEOs were shot and killed
- Three LEOs were killed in vehicle collisions, including one motorcycle crash
- One LEO was killed by falling from a ladder while on duty
- The New England region suffered three line of duty deaths
The following charts are provided for reference and can be incorporated into any law enforcement training material or media reports. Please cite ODMP.
Law Enforcement Deaths by State in 2012 YTD
Comparison of Law Enforcement Deaths, 2012 vs 2011 YTD
Causes of Law Enforcement Deaths in 2012 YTD
The data provided in this report is preliminary and subject to change based on final determinations of line of duty deaths. Accurate as of May 1, 2012.
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The Crime Museum opened its doors in 2008 with a mission to educate and provide guests memorable insight into our Nation’s history of crime and judicial system. The museum examines law enforcement, forensic science, crime scene investigation (CSI) and the consequences of committing a crime. The museum is filled with over 100 interactives and highlights a fundamental commitment to capture the audience through an entertaining and educational experience. The Crime Museum is located on 7th Street NW between E and F Streets in downtown Washington, D.C. at the Gallery Place/Chinatown Metro (Arena exit). Learn more at www.crimemuseum.org.