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Paths Crossed
When I was only fifteen, a thirty-five year old Deputy Sheriff, married and the father of three daughters, was transporting inmates to a dentist when he was overpowered and killed by a prisoner, who then escaped. Thirteen years later, that murderer and my paths crossed.
Paths Crossed of Villains, Victims & Victors by Michigan State Police Detective Lieutenant Clifton L. Edwards is a true dramatic narrative of everyday heroes and crime drama. It reveals a police officer’s evolution from rookie to veteran and its impact, both professionally and personally. Told in a highly inspirational manner appealing to the general public and its insight to a law enforcement career makes it suggested reading for all criminal justice students. Intended as the first in a trilogy, it is crafted in 76 chapters which follow an orderly theme. Every chapter stands alone as a short story coupled with lessons learned, although many are enriched by prior episodes. Chapters are accented with pictures, articles, documents and quotes. Intriguing, sometimes shocking and always inspiring, it is a must read for all served by law enforcement. These stories allow the reader to experience perseverance, mistake and sacrifice. Foremost, the stark, yet precious reality of law enforcement is made real.
Paths Crossed of Villains, Victims & Victors by Michigan State Police Detective Lieutenant Clifton L. Edwards is a true dramatic narrative of everyday heroes and crime drama. It reveals a police officer’s evolution from rookie to veteran and its impact, both professionally and personally. Told in a highly inspirational manner appealing to the general public and its insight to a law enforcement career makes it suggested reading for all criminal justice students. Intended as the first in a trilogy, it is crafted in 76 chapters which follow an orderly theme. Every chapter stands alone as a short story coupled with lessons learned, although many are enriched by prior episodes. Chapters are accented with pictures, articles, documents and quotes. Intriguing, sometimes shocking and always inspiring, it is a must read for all served by law enforcement. These stories allow the reader to experience perseverance, mistake and sacrifice. Foremost, the stark, yet precious reality of law enforcement is made real.
263 pages, Kindle Edition
First published February 5, 2013
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September 23, 2022
Ride along with Clif as he tells of his career as a trooper & dog handler. This is a collection of short stories where Clif tells of villains, victims and victors. Seeing inside what comes across a police officers day and how’s case is handled was interesting. I enjoyed seeing some of the day to day operations of the MSP.
January 18, 2014
Great read
Being a retired MSP officer myself this book brought back many similar stories. The book was well written and would.be a great read for someone entertaining a career with MSP. Looking forward to the second book!
Retired D/Lt Mike Larsen
Being a retired MSP officer myself this book brought back many similar stories. The book was well written and would.be a great read for someone entertaining a career with MSP. Looking forward to the second book!
Retired D/Lt Mike Larsen
December 2, 2015
good insight for one looking into the criminal justice field. loved that is was written by a Michigan state trooper and i could recognize many of the places mentioned, made it more real. highly recommendable. gives insight to what police officers actually do
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