Report: 2021 Was Deadliest Year For Police Officers

In 2021, U.S. law enforcement faced its deadliest year, with 458 fatalities, a 55% increase from the previous year. COVID-19 was the leading cause, accounting for 65% of deaths, followed by gun-related incidents and traffic accidents. Vaccine mandates faced resistance within police departments, reflecting broader societal divides. The rise in violence and fatalities has strained police departments, leading to staffing shortages and increased scrutiny of police culture and practices.

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