police officer

Example Sentences

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“I want ammunition, too, but I wouldn’t come in and pick your pocket for it,” fumed local resident Lesa Butner, 61, a retired police officer.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 5, 2026

An inquest jury into the teenager's death will look at whether any "act or omission by a police officer" caused or contributed to his death.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

A police officer has been "forced to relocate to protect himself and his family", after being wrongly identified online as being involved in the case, she said.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Bradley, an even-keeled attorney and former police officer, was well positioned to bridge L.A.’s racial divides.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

“Except this,” said a police officer, coming out of Jake’s bedroom, holding a blue booklet in his gloved hand.

From "The Smartest Kid in the Universe" by Chris Grabenstein