Sometime in the middle of the night on November 28, 2011, Kimberly Reid was brutally assaulted after she was lured out of her home by two suspects, one who was known to her.  The suspects kidnapped her and drove off, continuing to assault her in the moving vehicle.

A Patrol unit observed the suspect's erratic driving, initiated a traffic stop, and both suspects were subsequently taken into custody and successfully prosecuted.  Kimberly's injuries  were so severe, she required three separate surgeries to repair extensive damage to her hands and fingers.

Phoenix Detective Al Richard was case agent and Kimberly sent a letter to KPHO CBS5's "Pay It Forward" thanking him for his support through the legal process, inclulding picking her up for every court date.  Her comments in the letter included "I would of never made it thru my horrifying situation" and "He went above and beyond."

Sometime in the middle of the night on November 28, 2011, Kimberly Reid was brutally assaulted after she was lured out of her home by two suspects, one who was known to her.  The suspects kidnapped her and drove off, continuing to assault her in the moving vehicle.

A Patrol unit observed the suspect's erratic driving, initiated a traffic stop, and both suspects were subsequently taken into custody and successfully prosecuted.  Kimberly's injuries  were so severe, she required three separate surgeries to repair extensive damage to her hands and fingers.

Phoenix Detective Al Richard was case agent and Kimberly sent a letter to KPHO CBS5's "Pay It Forward" thanking him for his support through the legal process, inclulding picking her up for every court date.  Her comments in the letter included "I would of never made it thru my horrifying situation" and "He went above and beyond."

The Phoenix Convention Center in Downtown Phoenix will host the 7th Annual Border Security Expo March 12-13, 2013.

This internationally acclaimed conference will feature 50 speakers as well as over 200 exhibits of the latest products and services.

While there is a fee to attend the conference, there is no charge to enter and walk the exhibit hall.

Check Tickets and Discounts in the Members Only section of the website for information on how to register for a FREE Exhibit Hall Pass and obtain a discount to the conferences.

CLICK HERE for an informational flyer about the Expo.

On Thursday, February 21, 2013, PLEA, in partnership with Citizens for Phoenix hosted Phoenix Public Policy day.

More than 75 leaders from across the City participated in a day focusing on making Phoenix the best it can be.

Community leaders included Ann Malone, Paul Barnes, Neil Haddad, as well as representatives from neighborhood associations from all over the City

In the early morning hours of November 26, 2011, Phoenix Police Officer Anthony Daley and his partner, Officer Travis Aguirre, responded to the Dreamland Mobile Home Park, located at 3033 East Van Buren Street reference a trespassing call.

When the officers arrived, several people scattered and one subject ran towards an abandoned trailer, located in the southwest corner of the property. Officer Daley approached the opening of the abandoned trailer with officer Aguirre just behind him, providing cover. As Officer Daley entered the darkened trailer, Joseph Sandoval was kneeling approximately 10 feet away from him pointing a fully loaded .40 caliber handgun at officer Daley and he opened fire. The first bullet ripped through officer Daley’s vest, causing internal injuries and resting next to his spine. The second bullet tore through Officer Daley’s leg.

In the early morning hours of November 26, 2011, Phoenix Police Officer Anthony Daley and his partner, Officer Travis Aguirre, responded to the Dreamland Mobile Home Park, located at 3033 East Van Buren Street reference a trespassing call.

When the officers arrived, several people scattered and one subject ran towards an abandoned trailer, located in the southwest corner of the property. Officer Daley approached the opening of the abandoned trailer with officer Aguirre just behind him, providing cover. As Officer Daley entered the darkened trailer, Joseph Sandoval was kneeling approximately 10 feet away from him pointing a fully loaded .40 caliber handgun at officer Daley and he opened fire. The first bullet ripped through officer Daley’s vest, causing internal injuries and resting next to his spine. The second bullet tore through Officer Daley’s leg.

Once again, the Thunderbirds are extending their free admission offer to the 2013 Waste Management Phoenix Open to Law Enforcement, Emergency Services, and Military Personnel.

Under this 12 year old program, all law enforcement, firefighters/emergency services and military personnel and one accompanying guest will be admitted free of charge.

Eligible personnel must present their official department ID or badge at any ticket booth at the main tournament entrance.

Standard tournament specatator policies will be enforced, including no firearms allowed.

CLICK HERE for a link to the Phoenix Open website for more information.

The 2nd annual COPS Walk Southwest will take place on February 23-24, 2013.

Concerns of Police Survivors was founded in 1984 to assist surviving families of law enforcement.  They currently serve over 30,000 surviving families nationwide with a wide variety of programs and provide resources to help them rebuild their shattered lives.

Families, friends, co-workers, and supporters of law enforcement officers killed in the line of duty will come together in the Valley and walk 12.5 miles each day to raise money for these programs.  They include retreats for survivors and conferences held each May in Washington DC during National Police Week.

CLICK HERE for a flyer which includes information on how to register for the event or make a donation.

On Saturday, January 26, 2013, Arizona State University is hosting a men's basketball game which will pay tribute to Arizona's First Responders and raise money for for First Responder Charity programs.

This special event includes displays of classic police vehicles and police K9 demonstrations, public safety displays and demonstrations, an opportunity to meet and greet the Sun Devil's Mens Basketball team, as well as a three point contest between police and firefighters.

A portion of each ticket sold will go to the Police Charity of your choice.

CLICK HERE for an informational flyer including information on how to order discounted tickets to this event.

2013 has gotten off to a rough start for police officers in the Valley.  Over the course of three days, there were a total of 6 officer involved shootings, two resulting in serious injuries to officers.  On Saturday, January 5th, Surprise Police Officers shot and killed a suicidal subject who pointed a rifle at them.  Later that afternoon, three Phoenix Police Officers shot and killed a shoplifting suspect who pointed a handgun at them at the Walmart located at 5250 West Indian School Road.  On Sunday, January 6^th, Phoenix Police Officer Peter “Chris” Bennett was shot several times after he made contact with a suspicious subject on a bicycle in the area of 2100 West Georgia Ave.