Occupational Homicides of Law Enforcement Officers, 2003-2013 Data From the National Violent Death Reporting System

摘要

Introduction: Law enforcement officers (LEOs) in the U.S. are at an increased risk for homicide. The purpose of this study is to describe the characteristics of homicides of LEOs in 17 U.S. states participating in the National Violent Death Reporting System. This active surveillance system uses data from death certificates, coroner/medical examiner reports, and law enforcement reports.