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OFFICER DOWN MEMORIAL PODCAST

OFFICER DOWN MEMORIAL PODCAST

Auteur(s): Sheriff Scott Rose
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 With each of these stories, Sheriff Scott Rose gives you a glimpse of what law enforcement officers and their families go through every day to help keep our communities safe. These stories take you back in time to the era and the community where we lost these heroes. You'll feel like you were there when we lost this officer. These stories are real and raw. Our mission is to ensure their sacrifice is never forgotten, and to show how our men and women who serve in law enforcement are true heroes every day they put on the badge. WARNING: Episodes may contain strong language and violent content that may be disturbing to some listeners. Listener discretion is advised.Officer Down Memorial Podcast True Crime
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  • The Arnold Borson Story

    The Arnold Borson Story
    Mar 11 2026
    33 year old Arnold Ottinius Borson was the City Marshal for the small city of Ghent, located in the SE Minnesota County of Lyon. He had been married less than two years and had quickly become a respected and trusted law officer in this small Belgian immigrant community. It was the early morning hours of Monday August 18th. Arnold had been notified of a possible burglary in progress at a local service garage. Arnold and his brother-in-law responded to help the business owner check his garage when they interupted two burglars trying to break into the business safe. The two suspects jumped out the garage window and ran. In the end, both suspects would escape, even after one of them had been shot with a shotgun. Arnold was also shot, and would die from his injuries 4 days later at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester. The two suspect were never identified or apprehended, and Arnold's murder would remain unsolved forever. Arnold's story was all but forgotten until his great nephew learned his Uncle Arnold Borson's name was not on the National Law Enforcement Memorial Wall like he assumed it was. His great grand nephew, retired Colorado Springs Sergeant Jim Stinson, helps tell Arnold's story and why it was important for him to work to finally get is great uncle recognized 73 years after his murder.

    This episode is sponsored by our friends at Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc.

    WARNING: Violent content and strong language may be disturbing to some listeners. Listener discretion advised.
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    28 min
  • Murdered Deputy's Badge Unretired - Reissued to Grandson

    Murdered Deputy's Badge Unretired - Reissued to Grandson
    Jan 28 2026
    MURDERED DEPUTY ROBERT (BEEFY) LAWSON'S BADGE UNRETIRED 44 YEARS LATER AND REISSUED TO HIS GRANDSON

    On December 17th, 2025 the Itasca County Sheriff's Office un-retired Deputy Robert (Beefy) Lawson's badge number 703 and issued it to Beefy's grandson, Donald (DJ) Roberts. DJ was just 2 years old when his grandfather was murdered saving the lives of a young mother and her kids from being killed by her deranged ex-husband. In this follow up episode, Beefy's family and friends talk about Beefy's death, how his murder affected this family, and how this community came together over 40 years later to remember and honor Beefy in this northern Minnesota community. DJ also shares his memories and how he recognizes the responsibility that's been given to him to carry on his grandfather's legacy of service. This is such a heartwarming special episode highlighting how Beefy's influence continues to make an impact in Itasca County. Watch the full video of the badge presentation here provided by our friends at Itasca Community Television : FULL PRESENTATION VIDEO Listen to Deputy Beefy Lawson's complete story here: https://officerdownmemorialpodcast.com/robert-lawson This episode is sponsored by our friends at Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc.
     WARNING: Violent content and strong language may be disturbing to some listeners. Listener discretion advised. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, help is available 24/7 from the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline by calling 988 on your cell phone or 1-800-273-TALK. Help is just a phone call away.
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    31 min
  • The Leo Pavlak Story

    The Leo Pavlak Story
    Nov 30 2025
    South St Paul Police Officer Leo Pavlak was a newly hired officer back in 1933. He joined the department during a challenging time in our state and country's history - years of prohibition, the Great Depression, and high unemployment left folks struggling in this community. St. Paul had become a refuge for many of the most notorious gangsters of modern American history. John Dillinger and Billie Frechette, Ma Barker and her boys, "Babyface" Nelson, Alvin Karpis, and others considered St. Paul a safe haven at some point during their "careers." Minnesota became an epicenter of illegal activity, with major crimes committed across the state. In August of 1933, while SSPPD Officer Leo Pavlak and Officer John Yeaman were escorting bank messengers with one of the large stockyard's payroll, they were confronted by one of the countries most notorious crime families. This shootout left Officer Pavlak dead and Officer Yeaman fighting for his life. The hunt for these killers took the FBI all over the country. Officer Pavlak left behind his wife Pauline and his two children Eleanor and Robert. Officer Pavlak's service and sacrifice has influenced 3 generations of law enforcement officers within his family to serve careers with agencies in the Twin Cities metro area. His positive influence has impacted the lives of several generations of people in these communities - and he continues to make a difference today through his great great grandson who is currently serving in St Paul. You can see many pictures including original evidence photos, the BCA report, and many family photos on his memorial page at: https://officerdownmemorialpodcast.com/leo-pavlak This episode is sponsored by our friends at Law Enforcement Labor Services, Inc. WARNING: Violent content and strong language may be disturbing to some listeners. Listener discretion advised.
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    53 min
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