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How many law enforcement officers were feloniously killed in the first nine months of 2024?
How many law enforcement officers were feloniously killed in the first nine months of 2024?
What percentage of felonious officer deaths in 2024 were caused by firearms?
What percentage of felonious officer deaths in 2024 were caused by firearms?
What incident accounted for the most accidental law enforcement officer deaths in 2024?
What incident accounted for the most accidental law enforcement officer deaths in 2024?
By what percentage did investigative/enforcement-related deaths increase compared to the same period in 2023?
By what percentage did investigative/enforcement-related deaths increase compared to the same period in 2023?
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How many accidental officer deaths occurred in the first nine months of 2024?
How many accidental officer deaths occurred in the first nine months of 2024?
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Which region reported the highest number of law enforcement officer deaths in 2024?
Which region reported the highest number of law enforcement officer deaths in 2024?
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What is the increase percentage of total officer deaths from 2023 to 2024?
What is the increase percentage of total officer deaths from 2023 to 2024?
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Which circumstance was most prevalent in the felonious deaths of law enforcement officers in 2024?
Which circumstance was most prevalent in the felonious deaths of law enforcement officers in 2024?
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How many officers died from heart attacks in 2024?
How many officers died from heart attacks in 2024?
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Which region had the highest number of felonious deaths?
Which region had the highest number of felonious deaths?
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What was the primary circumstance of officer deaths classified as accidental?
What was the primary circumstance of officer deaths classified as accidental?
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From which weapon type were most felonious killings of officers committed?
From which weapon type were most felonious killings of officers committed?
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What is the total number of officers that died from conditions related to 9/11 response?
What is the total number of officers that died from conditions related to 9/11 response?
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Which circumstance accounted for the fewest officer deaths?
Which circumstance accounted for the fewest officer deaths?
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What was the total number of accidental deaths in the South region?
What was the total number of accidental deaths in the South region?
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What percentage of the feloniously killed officers were African American?
What percentage of the feloniously killed officers were African American?
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Which month had the highest recorded officer deaths?
Which month had the highest recorded officer deaths?
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What was the most frequent distance from which officers were killed by firearms?
What was the most frequent distance from which officers were killed by firearms?
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In which circumstance did the most officers die while assisting another law enforcement officer?
In which circumstance did the most officers die while assisting another law enforcement officer?
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What was the total number of officers killed due to gunfire in 2024?
What was the total number of officers killed due to gunfire in 2024?
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What ethnic group accounted for 10% of feloniously killed officers?
What ethnic group accounted for 10% of feloniously killed officers?
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Flashcards
Increase in Felonious Deaths
Increase in Felonious Deaths
The increase in felonious deaths of law enforcement officers in the first nine months of 2024 compared to the same period in 2023.
Firearms Used in Felonious Deaths
Firearms Used in Felonious Deaths
The percentage of felonious deaths in 2024 where firearms were the weapon used.
Leading Circumstances of Felonious Deaths
Leading Circumstances of Felonious Deaths
The leading circumstances surrounding felonious deaths of law enforcement officers in 2024.
Increase in Accidental Deaths
Increase in Accidental Deaths
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Leading Cause of Accidental Deaths
Leading Cause of Accidental Deaths
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Region with Most Law Enforcement Deaths
Region with Most Law Enforcement Deaths
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Data Collection Source
Data Collection Source
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Annual Publication on Officer Deaths
Annual Publication on Officer Deaths
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When were the most officer deaths in 2024?
When were the most officer deaths in 2024?
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What caused the most officer deaths in 2024?
What caused the most officer deaths in 2024?
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What weapon was used to kill the most officers in 2024?
What weapon was used to kill the most officers in 2024?
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What is the demographic of most officers killed in 2024?
What is the demographic of most officers killed in 2024?
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Which region had the most officer deaths in 2024?
Which region had the most officer deaths in 2024?
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What was the most common weapon used by offenders in fatal encounters?
What was the most common weapon used by offenders in fatal encounters?
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At what distance were most officers killed by firearms?
At what distance were most officers killed by firearms?
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What are the most common circumstances leading to an officer's death?
What are the most common circumstances leading to an officer's death?
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What is more dangerous for an officer: ambushes or responding to crimes in progress?
What is more dangerous for an officer: ambushes or responding to crimes in progress?
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What is the demographic of offenders who kill officers?
What is the demographic of offenders who kill officers?
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Where were most officers killed by firearms?
Where were most officers killed by firearms?
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How often is the location of a fatal wound reported?
How often is the location of a fatal wound reported?
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What are common causes of death for officers outside of felonious acts?
What are common causes of death for officers outside of felonious acts?
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What does this data represent?
What does this data represent?
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What is the significance of this data?
What is the significance of this data?
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Study Notes
Law Enforcement Officer Deaths (01/01/2024-09/30/2024)
- 54 law enforcement officers were feloniously killed, a 12.5% increase from 2023
- Firearms were used in 75.9% of felonious deaths in 2024
- Leading circumstances for felonious deaths: investigative/enforcement, unprovoked attacks, and ambushes
- Accidental deaths increased 14.3% in 2024, primarily due to motor vehicle accidents
- Southern region had the most deaths (39 total, 22 felonious, 17 accidental)
- Other causes of officer deaths in 2024 included heart attacks, natural causes, 9/11 response-related conditions, and cancer
Officer Deaths by Year
- Data for 2020-2024 is shown
- Trends in felonious and accidental deaths are presented throughout the 5-year period
Officer Deaths by Region
- Midwest region had the most felonious deaths (15)
- West region had 11 felonious deaths
- Northeast region had 5 felonious deaths
- Puerto Rico and outlying territories had 1 felonious death
- South region had 22 felonious deaths
Officer Deaths by Month
- Data for 2023 and 2024 is presented by month
- A comparison of the number of felonious and accidental deaths is displayed for each month
Time of Incident
- Data on the time of day for incidents is presented
- Breakdown between 7 AM - 3 PM, 3 PM - 11 PM, and 11 PM - 7 AM is shown; a category exist for "Not Reported"
Demographics of Officers Killed
- Breakdown of race, sex, and ethnicity of officers killed in 2024 is presented
- Data on race, sex, and ethnicity in relation to felonious deaths
Circumstances of Officer Deaths
- Detailed list of circumstances to felonious deaths
Weapons Used by Offender
- 41 officers killed with firearms
- Most common weapon is handgun
Distance from Firearm
- Distance from firearm to officer at time of death
Location of Fatal Firearm Wound
- Information on wounds as they relate to the firearm location
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Description
This quiz covers the statistics and trends related to law enforcement officer deaths for the year 2024. It includes information on the increase in felonious deaths, causes of both accidental and intentional deaths, as well as regional data. Test your knowledge of these critical insights into officer safety and the challenges faced in the line of duty.
