COPS
COPS provides a real-life glimpse into the tireless work of law enforcement in the U.S.
Who Can It Be Now?
A runaway cyclist dips into a house to catch his breath. A deputy tries to cut a man some slack despite his mistakes. The owners of an empty house call the police when they hear someone else inside.
Dipping and Diving
A pair of suspects on the run pretend they were busy napping. A man reaches for something in his pocket, but denies knowing what it is. A family calls the police after their roommate brandishes a gun.
Baby, I Have to Go to Jail
A deputy tries to cut a guy some slack after his relationship troubles got out of hand. A teenager gets a serious lesson in not drinking while underage. A couple is forced to take a raincheck on their wedding day.
Share the Road
During a traffic stop, a driver drops off his passenger before speeding away. Deputies are amazed when a man offers them an ID that looks nothing like him. Deputies investigate a case of road rage involving a gun.
Double Jeopardy
A man with multiple felony warrants gets one last taste of freedom before heading to prison. A speeding driver is arrested for the same thing he was arrested for the day before. A runaway suspect leaves a trail behind him.
Gloves Off
A very cooperative car thief tells deputies all about his good fortune. An argument over business leaves one man on the ground with a bloody mouth. The occupants of a truck are oblivious to what deputies find in the backseat.
A Family Affair
A cyclist allegedly mistakes a deputy for a thief and tries to escape into the bushes. Police cut a dad some slack by not towing the family car. Two sisters catch the police’s attention when they take their spat to the road.
Fury Road
An elderly driver sacrifices his own van during his desperate escape attempt. A traffic stop on a suspended driver turns up more than anticipated. Several car occupants learn it’s better to tell the truth from the start.
Fixin' to Stop
Deputies gradually get to the bottom of a possible stolen vehicle. A woman asks the police to help her make a clean break from bad habits. A single woman tries to plan a date with an online suitor, but the night quickly goes awry.
Intruder Alert
A family gets a huge scare when a fleeing suspect finds his way into their house. Police sort out a chaotic argument between two childhood friends. A woman in a suspicious vehicle plays fast and loose with the truth.
Pass the Buck
The owner of a stolen truck calls officers when he spots it in a nearby alley. A fleeing driver leads officers on a wild chase over a closed bridge. Police track down a suspect who gave a liquor store employee a phony $100 bill.
Baby on the Way
A father-to-be kicks off a dangerous vehicle pursuit over something trivial. A car that ducked out of a DUI checkpoint attracts attention. Officers respond to a disturbance caused by a local man’s erratic behavior.
Carside Confessions
Deputies catch up to a group of teenagers enjoying a night of joyriding. A traffic stop opens the doors to recovery for a very repentant suspect. A suspect insists his car is not stolen because he did his online research.
Out-of-Towner
Recovery of a stolen vehicle uncovers a weapon and a lengthy criminal history. Detectives cross paths with a car that was stolen in a carjacking. Officers speak with a man who has questionable standards regarding gun safety.
PIT Stop
A man and woman are pulled over while out on a candy run. A simple traffic violation turns into a multi-vehicle police pursuit. Deputies are notified of a stolen car and find the driver in possession of an interesting tool.
No Good, Very Bad Day
A distinctive tattoo reveals a wanted felon’s true identity. Deputies talk to a young woman who traded one bad habit for another. A man in possession of a stolen vehicle tells officers how his day went from bad to worse.
Palms are Sweaty
A man receives an enormous break due to public health concerns. Officers are doubtful when two friends claim they were unaware of each other’s actions. Police pull over a car full of people who know very little about themselves.