Corrections Officer Heroes

Corrections Officer Melissa France's death was due to “complications from a work-related illness,” the sheriff's office said

The officers' "quick thinking and courage" saved the man's life, Sheriff Doug Ulmer said

Ryan Gaudet was driving home when he crashed into a bridge abutment; he was 24

"Sgt. Villarreal went above and beyond the call of duty and put himself at great risk of harm," said CDCR Secretary Kathleen Allison

Robert Daniel was killed as he attempted to move a group of work release inmates out of harm's way

The officer was supervising 7 inmates participating in a newly launched work program

Cadet Kevin Reaux died after experiencing a medical episode; he was 59

Anthony Pasquarello was a 15-year veteran of the department "who served with great distinction," the sheriff said

On December 7, 2020, Officer Dale Franquet faced a near-deadly encounter with a prisoner committed to carrying out a terror attack

Miami-Dade County officers are teaming up with the Miami Heat Dancers and Walmart to help 15 kids have a merrier holiday season

When three COs found out their colleague's daughter had cancer, they created a unique way to make a difference

Rhonda Jean Russell had just been disarmed by the inmate when a police officer opened fire to protect her from harm

Grayson Lawlor's enthusiasm and support for law enforcement made quite the impression at a recent hiring event

When a fellow player collapsed on the field, CO Will Kimball — along with five others on the sidelines — fortunately knew what to do

Toamalama Scanlan had been hospitalized since the September 2016 shooting