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Death Toll Rises for Cops Killed in Line of Duty

by Joel Rose, NPR
November 8, 2007

Police in Philadelphia buried fellow officer Chuck Cassidy, who was shot and killed during a robbery. His death has sparked a major outcry in a city that has been plagued by gun violence. But the problem isn't confined to Philadelphia. Across the country, law enforcement officials this year are reporting a spike in the number of officers killed in the line of duty.

Joel Rose reports from member station WHYY in Philadelphia.

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  • Morning Edition, November 8, 2007
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