President's Message
The Dangers of Wearing the Badge
Law enforcement is one of the most dangerous and challenging professions in the U.S. This is a reality our members frequently think about and discuss among themselves, and one we often cover within the pages of our magazine. It’s difficult not to be reminded daily of these threats and how we put our lives on the line every time we suit up for work, especially when we read the news and learn of another officer who has made the ultimate sacrifice.
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The George Maloof Police vs. Fire Charity Football Game is fast approaching — don’t miss it on Saturday, May 10, at Bishop Gorman High School! Come cheer on your Valley first responders as they face off on the gridiron in this FREE, family-friendly event that raises support for LVPPA’s LEAF charity, the Professional Fire Fighters of Nevada charity and the Children’s Heart Foundation. Kickoff is at 7 p.m.!
Want the VIP experience? VIP tickets are available and include food, drinks, a swag bag and access to exclusive seating. For more info, visit https://tinyurl.com/3jjd8hac.
#lasvegas #vegasstrong #community #charity #giveback #police #firefighters #thinblue #thinredline #cops #vegascops #backtheblue #football
Sending warm wishes for a joyful Easter and a meaningful Passover! May this season of hope and renewal bring you peace, love and plenty of sweet (and hilarious) moments!
#happyeaster #eastersunday #passover #spring #easterbunny #LVPPA
The Las Vegas Deputy City Marshals recently acquired new Harley-Davidson Pan America motorcycles to assist them in policing some of the hard-to-get-to areas of their jurisdiction and locations that are not accessible by patrol car.
Keep an eye out for these new bikes. The Deputy City Marshals are the only police agency in Nevada to use these rigs. When you see them around town, say hello and check them out!
#vegascops #thinblueline #lasvegas #backtheblue #cops #police #community #communitypolicing #lvppa #lasvegasdeputymarshals #harleydavidson #harleydavidsonpanamerica
This badass is a Las Vegas native. She is a former professional boxer.
She held the WIBA and IBA Flyweight titles. In her 12-year career, she went 23–2, with 11 knockouts!
Last week, she was inducted into the International Women’s Boxing Hall of Fame.
She also happens to be a street cop for Las Vegas Metro Police and a member of our association.
Congratulations to our sister, Melinda “La Maravilla” Cooper, on this great honor.
We are proud of you, sis!
#vegascops #police #cops #vegasstrong #boxing #halloffame #thinblueline #backtheblue #community #champion #girlpower #goldengloves #femaleboxer
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LVPPA Podcast #19 - Sheriff McMahill
Sheriff McMahill visits the new studio! He and LVPPA President Steve Grammas have candid conversations about his first 18 months on the job, the future of policing, artificial intelligence, the Police V Fire Football game, and so much more.
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Vegas Beat Magazine
March/April 2025
The Dangers of Wearing the Badge
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Practicing Mental Rehearsal: A Key to Successful Police Encounters
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Tribute to Fallen Officers
Police Officer II Colton Dale Pulsipher
Police Officer Colton Pulsipher was killed in a vehicle crash on Interstate 15 while on his way home after completing his shift at 12:25 a.m. While...
Police Officer Truong Thai
Police Officer Truong Thai was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call in the 800 block of East Flamingo Road at about 1:00...
Detective Justin Terry
Detective Justin Terry joined LVMPD on August 21, 2001, after getting his degree in Criminal Justice. During his time at LVMPD, Justin served in the...
Sergeant Douglas Michael King
Sergeant Douglas King died from complications as a result of contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty. Sergeant King had served with the Las Vegas...
Police Officer Philip Carl Closi
Police Officer Phil Closi died from complications as a result of contracting COVID-19 in the line of duty. Officer Closi had served with the Las...
Police Officer Jason Swanger
Police Officer Jason Swanger joined the LVMPD on February 12, 2014. He began his law enforcement career working patrol at Enterprise Area Command...
Officer Jason Roscow
Officer Jason Roscow was shot and killed while responding to a report of a subject brandishing a gun at a resident near the 4700 block of High Creek...
Police Officer II Colton Dale Pulsipher
Police Officer Colton Pulsipher was killed in a vehicle crash on Interstate 15 while on his way home after completing his shift at 12:25 a.m. While...
Trooper Alberto Felix
Trooper Alberto Felix and Sergeant Michael Abbate were struck and killed by a drunk driver at 3:23 a.m. off Interstate 15 near D Street in Las Vegas...
Sergeant Michael Abbate
Sergeant Michael Abbate and Trooper Alberto Felix were struck and killed by a drunk driver at 3:23 a.m. off Interstate 15 near D Street in Las Vegas...
Police Officer Truong Thai
Police Officer Truong Thai was shot and killed while responding to a domestic disturbance call in the 800 block of East Flamingo Road at about 1:00...
Detective Justin Terry
Detective Justin Terry joined LVMPD on August 21, 2001, after getting his degree in Criminal Justice. During his time at LVMPD, Justin served in the...
Deputy Sheriff Jesse Perez
Deputy Sheriff Jesse Perez was killed when debris from a commercial vehicle struck him during a traffic stop on West U.S. Highway 180 in Lamesa. He...
K9 Knox
K9 Knox was struck and killed during a pursuit of a stolen vehicle around 1:40 a.m. Officers attempted to stop the driver of a stolen vehicle at a...
Captain Helio Armando Garcia III
Captain Helio Garcia was killed when his patrol car was struck by another vehicle at approximately 11:30 p.m. on Flat Shoals Road close to Connell...
K9 Chico
K9 Chico was struck and killed by a hit-and-run driver on Interstate 10 East at 12:50 a.m. K9 Chico and his handler had completed a traffic stop...
Deputy Sheriff Melissa Pollard
Deputy Sheriff Melissa Pollard was killed when her cruiser collided with the back of a semi-truck at the intersection of FM 14 and State Highway...
Deputy Sheriff William May
Deputy Sheriff Will May was shot and killed while responding to a disturbance at the Dollar General Market at 10738 US-90 in Defuniak Springs. ...
