Things Police See: First Hand Accounts

Throwback all the way to episode 1! Rob and I were both nervous but you wouldn't know it by the crazy stories that he delivers! In this episode Steve sits down with retired Pomona Police Detective Rob McCrary.  Pomona is a small city just outside of LA that is known for its propensity for violence and crime.  Rob recalls some very intense experiences involving a man that wouldn't die, an African Lion, and a mad man hopped up on PCP.  Come along for the ride and gain a better appreciation for what the police do for us day in and day out. Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve chats with Texas copper, Kyle.  Kyle shares some of his most intense moments policing Southeast Texas!  Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve chats with retired Somerville, Ma. detective, Mario Oliveira.  Mario was shot multiple times on duty, died, and came back to life.  His story is incredible.  Because of his experience he founded www.vipo911.org He helps other violently injured officers get the compensation they deserve.  Also, check out his book Gunrunner for a detailed account of his ordeal. https://www.amazon.com/Gunrunner-Mario-Oliveira/dp/1948278510 Support/Donate! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve sits down with active Tennessee copper, Bill.  He's only been on the job for 2 years but has some of the craziest stories I've ever heard.  He works in a major metropolitan area in TN.   Join the Patreon community today! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net  

In this episode Steve interviews retired Broward County Sheriff's Deputy Sergeant John Kelly.  As you can imagine John has some insane stories from his time on the job in Florida.  John struggled with demons along the way and was able to overcome his circumstances.  He now offers support to other LEO's through his program.  Link below to find out more. Law Enforcement Life Coach - John Kelly https://www.lawenforcementlifecoach.com/ Join The Patreon Community to Support! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve chats with a member of the Air Force Police aka Air Force Security Forces.  He is also the owner / operator of Code 3 Memes on Facebook.  Go show him some support before he is locked up in the Leavenworth for coming on the show!  https://www.facebook.com/code3memes Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

Actor and Police Lieutenant Victor Dobro talks about getting into acting later in life and later in his career.  Victor of course also shares some of his crazy stories from being on the job for 24 years.  Support TPS through Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Follow Lt. Dobro @robodobro on IG @victor_dobro_official on IG @ Victor M. Dobro on FB http://Www.IMDb.me/VictorDobro www.victordobro.com Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net  

In this episode Steve chats with retired Sgt. John Mattingly about the truth of the Breonna Taylor raid.  Also, we discuss the huge impact on his life from wrongful reporting done by the media.  Get John's book for truthful insight into this controversial high profile case.  Support TPS on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 12 Seconds In The Dark (Limited time discount!) https://a.co/d/clZerCl Follow John on Instagram at @sgtmattingly Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve chats with fellow podcaster, author,  and Louisville copper, Dexter Pitts.  Dexter tells some intense stories and gives insight into being a black police officer during the BLM era.  Connect with Dexter in the links below! Support TPS on Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Dexter's website for his podcast and to purchase his book. http://iampitts.com/ Dexter's Linktree https://linktr.ee/iampitts?utm_source=linktree_profile_share&ltsid=313cc210-6782-4202-9256-cc62436b50aa Instagram @iampitts1 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve interviews a Florida Deputy with exactly the type of stories a Florida Deputy should have! He's only been on for a year and a half and already has some crazy ones! Support/Donate! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this interview Steve chats with a 10 year veteran copper from North Carolina.  Jay's got some crazy stories you won't want to miss. Support/Donate! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve interviews an Ohio officer by the name of Mike.  Mike has been on the job for 6 years and has some intense stories! Episode Sponsor - Cori Payne From Advocate Debt Relief! https://www.advocatedebtrelief.com/team/cori-p/   Support/Donate! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve interviews the great Lance J. LoRusso, Esq.  Lance started his career as a deputy sheriff and transitioned into being an attorney.  He is known for defending police officers in use of force incidents.  Notably, Lance came to the defense of Atlanta Officer Garret Rolfe helping him to be reinstated after the Rayshard Brooks shooting.  Support TPS at Patreon https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 LoRusso Law Firm website:  https://www.lorussolawfirm.net/   Book website: https://lancelorussobooks.com/   Blue Line Lawyer Institute: https://m.facebook.com/bluelinelawyerinstitute/   Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

Ever wonder what it would feel like to be dropped off in the middle of the hood during a riot!? Well, Officer Broadway can tell you all about it! He has some great stories from his career so far.  He started out as a high school history teach and ended up being a copper! Broadway is also huge into fitness, follow his instagram for some tips! @bbroadway41 Support/Donate! https://www.patreon.com/user?u=27353055 Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

Steve chats with the host of Crime Scene Confidential, Alina Burroughs.  Alina recounts her career as a CSI and what lead her to hosting a TV show on Investigation Discovery.  On top of that she shares some of her most intense and bizarre stories from her career.   Check out Alina's show on Discovery Plus! https://www.discoveryplus.com/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwhLKUBhDiARIsAMaTLnGsNXTH11OXl388GUTC1a3QYcBRjrqw_HnUdC5SKVnfYaghzNoiq9QaAgGjEALw_wcB Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

Steve and Ken review the standout police news stories from the past couple of weeks. Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve chats with a Nebraska officer named Michael.  Along with some great stories Mike shares his brutal police academy experience with us! He was road hard and put away wet lol!  Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve sits down with the great John "Jay" Wiley! John was a Baltimore Sergeant before being injured on the job, ending his career.  John went on to become a radio broadcaster and podcast host of the popular Law Enforcement Today Radio Show.  Check out John's show, link below! Law Enforcement Today Radio Show / Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/law-enforcement-today-podcast/id1217923682 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

In this episode Steve interviews retired ATF Agent Lou Valoze.  Lou spent most of his career undercover and the stories are insane! His book, Store Front Sting: An ATF Agent's Life Undercover, is getting great reviews and has caught the eye of the entertainment industry! Click the link below to purchase! Store Front Sting: An ATF Agent's Life Undercover https://www.amazon.com/Storefront-Sting-Agents-Life-Undercover/dp/1476688192 Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net

Steve and Ken review the latest law enforcement news in this topical edition of TPS! Join us on facebook live for the next one! Texas DPS Fat Boy Program BLM protestor smacked Murderer wants Gascon tat NJ cops can now smoke pot Cop report cards in a small town Support/Donate! https://thingspolicesee.com/donate/ Shop Merch / Subscribe / be a guest / Contact  www.thingspolicesee.com Join the FB community!  https://www.facebook.com/thingspolicesee/ Background consultation - Ken@policebackground.net