Police Officer hurt in the line of duty

i'm so sorry to hear that! that's so unfair and it shows you the reality in life...that people only start to mourn and recall all the good deed who perish while on duty..but they dont have any care for those who are disabled ...that's really unfair! im so sorry that you and your family have to go through all that! Take Care!

I am sorry for the issue that your and your family is going through as a result of his injury. Yes, I knew a lady officer that was hurt in the line of duty and the Police Department treatedher poorly after being injured. I have quite a few other Police Officers in my family that I hope never got through this. You are right, though, it seems to be a more attractive situation if an officer is killed than injured. Please thank your husband for his hard work and dedication to protect and serve the people for me. Let him know that we, as citizens, all appreciate his sacrifice and are truly sorry to have one less officer to protect us. God bless you and your family.

i am sorry that this has happened to you.but then what can yu expect from people who do nto care if you get hurt in front of them to respond to this.i hope that your husband gets better eally really soon and is cured of all his medical problems and joins active duty again.i shall pray to god for his quick recovery .and you know something god does listen to all of us so do not lose hope and i am sure that god wil help you.he does care!

I've been reading through this discussion and am sickened by how you and your husband have been treated. This is a disgrace and a really poor commentary on our society's values. People sue for and are compensated for trivial things these days, and then someone who was hurt while working a job which keeps society safe, and on top of that was trying to save the life of another officer in trouble, is treated like this- it's a crime. And then add on the fact that the jail was obviously negligent by not having "wet floor" signs on a freshly mopped floor (isn't it a law that these signs have to be displayed in the workplace, by the way?). This definitely has LAWSUIT written all over it, and I think that you should consult with a good attorney. Obviously the Dallas County Correctional system has no intentions of owning up to their responsibility in this matter, and they are certainly not helping you financially or even emotionally. They were clearly negligent in causing this accident, and it is just plain wrong that they can get away with not taking the financial responsibility for it. I'm not surprised that the media didn't want to get involved; they were probably afraid of rocking the boat with the county government. Please consult with an attorney and get the process started. It doesn't hurt to consult with the lawyer, and then make the decision about whether or not to go ahead with the suit. Discuss your concerns about your husband's ongoing medical care with the lawyer; I'm sure that he will assure you that his medical care will not be affected by a lawsuit, if that's what you're worried about. I will visit your website; I'm sure that you've had benefits for financial assistance, haven't you? My prayers are with you and your husband, and I hope that you actively pursue getting the justice that you both deserve.

This is a terrible situation...which I hate to hear about. Being from a law enforcement family I can honestly feel for you. On the other had...I may be wrong but being injured in the line of duty and the department cutting off funds/medical to the officer seems almost unheard-of at least within our agency. I would definately start writing some letters to your legistlatures and other town/city/state officials. Seems to me that this is just wrong wrong wrong!

I am very sorry for your husband!

I am sorry to here that it is not right if you are hurt while working he should have comp or disablity for the rest of his life your family should not have to suffer, and that fact that they are acting like nothing has happen to a follow officer is even worse. I have seen on TV in our state they do make a big deal out of it which they should these people help protect us. I wish your family the best.

this is very terrible.your husband deserves for the all kind of respect but unfortunatelly it is not given!!! i think sheriffs dept had prjudised about your husband but better that you just wash all the memories about police dept. and his service..because they just throwed your husband when he get physically injured!!

You hear lots of stories about cops "taking care of their own" or cops banding together to help their own, so this is a surprise and certainly unfortunate and tragic for you and your family! Your husband gave his all for his job and should be taken care of.

I think it is truly amazing no matter how good an employee either is or was once they are off the work grounds they very rarely get thought of again. Try to keep your chin up .

I haven't witnessed it personalyy, but as a Dallas resident, I know that our DPD is one of the worst in the U.S. From crooked cops to trying to cover deaths of inmates, to exactly what you are talking about, I've heard all, seen all, became educated on all. I can truly say that I have seen a little difference since Kunkle took over. Hopefully alot will change in the department, both outside and inside those walls.

that's a sad thing..doesn't your husband got an insurance..as a public servant, he should have..right?..especially in his case that he was injured while in the line of duty..can't you try to bring your case to a higher police department in your state?..i wish you all the luck and just treatment for your husband..

i am sorry for your husband and family.. this injustice should not have been permitted.. ill pray for you and your family's well being.

im sorry to hear about that happening, its too bad the police dept has treated you so poorly. im hopeing to become a firefighter and if i got injured on the job i would hope they they would treat me and my family with respect. best of luck to you.

It is really unfair, and hopefully things will get better. But I'm sure in their minds all they see is that it is costing them money. I know it is horrible, but people have lost all compassion now a days. Hope things do get better. Happy Holidays.

WE see the results fot he attitudes you are talkig about when we see the number of lawyers making a living off this same kind of treatment. I am really sorry that you are expeirencing this hardship, but is sounds like you might have to get really aggressive to get that permanent disacility money coming in the way it rightfully should!

I don't know how these things are in my area, but I truly feel for you and your family. It is totally unfair that they would treat one of their own like that, especially when he was hurt in the line of duty. It is a very sad thing. I wish you all the best and hope that things work out for you.

I have heard such sad things happened in my country. I feel it is injustice to make these things happen. Maybe I have something to suggest. If you forward the complain to the person in charge but still no action taken, may be you can go through an NGO (non profit organization) who does charity work on human rights. You can check your local NGOs to see if they are available. If everything seems to fail, I think you can you to one of the mass media (in my place the TV is helping a lot of grievances from public) and voice out your situation. I hope this suggestion helps. Thank you.

I have not been a witness to this in my area. However, I have been a witness to very dissappointing behavior of my local Police Departments. It seems that whenever I have an opportunity to interact with law enforcement officers, they always leave me a bit worried about how our departments are run. I don't believe that there is an intentional disregard for professionalism, I just think that these dapartments are poorly run and officers poorly trained. I am not suprised at all to hear of your situation and I wish the best for you and your family. Don't expect any help from the Police department, I don't.

thats terrible, you should confront them or file a suit against them...