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Homeowner who helped capture escaped inmates never pulled gun (VIDEO)

by Jennifer Cruz

Despite media reports, the homeowner, Patrick Hale, confirmed that he was armed, but never pulled his gun. He thinks the escaped inmates were responding to his car, which looks like a police cruiser.

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Escaped Georgia inmates captured thanks to the aid of armed citizens

by Jennifer Cruz

The two had been on the run for more than two days after they shot and killed two corrections officers during a prison transport in Putnam County.

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Georgia inmates on the run after killing prison guards during transport

by Jennifer Cruz

Putnam County Sheriff Howard Sills, noting the officers’ blood was still on his shoes, adamantly said the inmates needed to surrender before they’re caught.

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Legislation to protect prison officers being considered in U.S Senate

by Andrew Shepperson

Legislation that would allow prison officers to carry concealed firearms to and from work is being considered in the U.S. Senate.

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Cheesecake Factory apologizes after refusing service to armed officers

by Jennifer Cruz

The company confirmed in a statement that while they do not allow weapons on the premises, the policy does not apply to law enforcement officers.

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32 Tennessee correctional officers assaulted in under a month

by Jennifer Cruz

Bryan Merritt, president of the state employee association, said that while it's understood the job is hazardous, 32 assaults in 28 days is unacceptable.

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