Ep 30. #130
- October 22, 2018
Live PD Presents: Women on Patrol season 1 episode 30, titled #130, highlights the continuing efforts of female law enforcement officers in various police departments across the United States. The show focuses on police women on the job, showcasing their daily struggles and experiences as they handle different cases.
In this episode, the spotlight is on Sgt. McNeal of the Gwinnett County Police Department in Georgia as she patrols the streets of her jurisdiction with her partner, Officer Torres. As they patrol the neighborhood, they come across a bizarre event where a man is seen lying unconscious on the road. Sgt. McNeal and Officer Torres immediately rush to the scene, where they discover a group of people standing around the man, recording videos and taking pictures instead of helping the victim. With their quick thinking and decisive actions, the officers render aid to the victim and call for an ambulance to transport him to the hospital. This incident highlights the challenges that officers face when responding to emergency calls and also highlights the importance of public cooperation during accidents.
In another segment of the episode, viewers get to see the Arizona Department of Public Safety in action as they pursue a vehicle that refuses to pull over during a routine traffic stop. Trooper Davis and Sergeant Clark pursue the vehicle with the help of a helicopter, and eventually, the suspect is apprehended. The dash cam footage and commentary from the officers provide a glimpse into what goes on during high-speed chases and the danger it poses to both the suspects and the officers.
The episode also features a segment on the City of Tulsa Police Department in Oklahoma, where Officer Tomlin and her partner respond to a frantic call from a concerned neighbor regarding a domestic dispute. Upon arriving at the scene, the officers find a woman badly beaten and a man barricaded inside a house. The situation has the potential to turn volatile, with the man armed and refusing to come out. The officers work with a hostage negotiator to find a peaceful resolution, and after several hours, they are able to get the man to surrender. The segment showcases the bravery and dedication of the police officers who put their lives on the line to protect the citizens of their communities.
Throughout the episode, Live PD Presents: Women on Patrol season 1 episode 30 shows the various roles and challenges facing female law enforcement officers in different jobs and departments. It offers a rare insight into the daily lives of the brave women who serve our communities, and the critical role they play in keeping us all safe. The show serves as an inspiration to aspiring law enforcement officers, particularly women who want to serve in the profession.