officers

Example Sentences

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When the shooting took place, officers were still speaking to the mother and were only a few blocks away from the mosque.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

If the individual refuses or moves and later returns, officers can issue a citation or make a misdemeanor arrest.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

In December, Stormont ministers agreed to ring fence £119m to compensate police officers and civilian staff.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

"There is no such thing as absolute immunity for federal officers who commit crimes in this state."

From Barron's • May 18, 2026

“And I’m guessing that’s the basket,” he said, pointing to the large border wall where security officers stood by an open door, the blue of the ocean showing just behind them.

From "Glitch" by Laura Martin