Arizona Ranger Magazine by Arizona_Rangers

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Gila Bend Flood Rangers Respond

10 Training Opioid Overdose

Capt ain Lisa Penney An Interview

What is an Arizona Ranger?

The Biggest Challenge for the Rangers

The Maricopa County Ballot Audit

The Youngest Ranger: "Capri

13 Saving Lives at the Border 17 Kool Kids 17 Overnight Surveillance 18 COVID-19 Response 18 Duty Pictures 19 Arizona's Top Volunteer

Ranger in Act ion

22 Creative ways Law Enforcement uses the Rangers

True Story

23 PTSD and First Responders 26 Ranger Helps Deputy Sheriff 26 Law Enforcement Trivia 27 Snapshot - Captain Harry Wheeler 2

Changing t he Cult ure Marana Police Department

16 Ranger Com pany Locations Statewide

Rangers Honored Tombstone Parade

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AZ Rangers St at e Museum New Location - New Layout

Sheriff Mark Lam b "America's Sheriff " 3

WHAT IS AN ARIZONA RANGER? One of my responsibilities as the Public Information Officer is to educate the public about the Arizona Rangers. The most common question we get asked is, ?What is an Arizona Ranger?? I have heard hundreds of responses from dozens of Rangers and the explanation is rarely the same. Typically, they paraphrase text from the Arizona Revised Statutes like, ?We are a volunteer civilian auxiliary law enforcement support group.?This alone tends to leave the listener confused, with no understanding of what we do, or why we do it. So what is a good way to explain what the Rangers are? While assisting the South Tucson Police Department, Commander Shonk of the STPD answered the question in a way that made perfect sense. ?The Rangers work with us, and they train with us. They help us with virtually anything we need. They are a force multiplier when we need them. Our officers have come to trust them. They are one of us.? Since that day, my response to this common question has become. ?The Arizona Rangers are authorized by the State of Arizona to provide armed assistance to any law enforcement agency. We work under their supervision and control. We are not sworn peace officers, we are all volunteers. Our goal is to free up their time so they can protect each other, and the communities they serve. We want all of them to go home safely. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we also provide services for community events and support youth initiatives too. Want to help? Lt. Bill Nordbrock Public Information Officer / Editor Arizona Rangers magazine@azrangers.gov

CHALLENGE FOR THE RANGERS Qu est ion : What is the single biggest challenge facing the Arizona Rangers? An sw er : Times have changed. Law enforcement agencies are under funded and short staffed. Meanwhile the demands placed on them are ever increasing. As a result, they are requesting our help with ever increasing areas of responsibility. In today's environment, if you wear a uniform, gun and a badge, you may be targeted for an unprovoked attack. On an individual level, we need to recognize the risks involved. Situational awareness is critically important, Col. Mike Droll even on the most mundane of duties. State Commander Arizona Rangers Each Ranger needs to be aware of their own physical limitations, and make the necessary adjustments. The uniform implies we are trained professionals. It is our responsibility to respond effectively to any threat. We need to expand our training, and take that training seriously. That can be a challenge for a volunteer organization which receives no government funding. 4

M ARICOPA COUNTY AUDIT The Maricopa County Ballot Audit was scheduled to begin in a few days. Threats of violence had workers concerned for their personal safety, and for the security of the ballots. There was no budget to pay for additional security. The Senate requested assistance from the Rangers in providing a safe and secure venue for the audit.

New Record This duty required more than 5,000 volunteer hours, which is the most for any single duty in Arizona Rangers history.

The Rangers did not participate in the auditing. The Rangers accepted the request almost immediately, but they knew it was going to be a logistical challenge unlike any other. They were right. When the dust settled, the audit duty required more resources than any other duty in the history of the organization. The Rangers went into it knowing there would be no financial contribution to offset their costs. The story went viral and thousands of people across the globe started making donations. This became the most publicly supported duty, with the most press, in the history of the organization as well.

TRAFFIC TIP Being an officer is more dangerous today than ever before. Their lives depend on recognizing and responding to threats quickly At night, limited visibility compounds the risk. The Police are extra cautious during night traffic stops. If you get pulled over at night...

Try These Tips... * * * * *

Look for a well lit area to pull over, away from busy streets. Turn on your dome lights so the officer can see inside the vehicle. Roll down your windows, especially if they are tinted. Place your hands on the steering wheel. Wait for instructions and follow them. This will put the officer at ease and they will appreciate that. By making them feel safe, they may let you off with a warning. 5

M EET THE YOUNGEST RANGER Ranger Capri is the youngest "Honorary Ranger " in the history of the Arizona Rangers. We met her on her 8th birthday, and she comes from a law enforcement family. It was in the early days of COVID-19, and she had just moved to Arizona. Capri was confined to her home and could not make any friends. All she wanted for her birthday was for a police officer to drive by her home with emergency lights on.

NEW RECORD Capri's nomination to become an "Honorary Ranger " was approved significantly faster than any previous nomination in the history of the organization.

Her mom, Stephanie, contacted the Rangers to see if they could help. We agreed and put the word out. Within the next two weeks, the law enforcement community responded in a BIG way! Hundreds of gifts, patches and badges poured in from all over the country. Officers from dozens of agencies converged near her home and formed a procession that was three blocks long. The national news was there filming the event, and each officer had an individual gift for Capri. Since that day, Capri has dedicated her life to appreciating first responders. She attends pro-law enforcement functions and events, memorial services, brings departments lunch, organizes fundraisers and so much more. She has brought joy to agencies across the state and the entire country. 6

GILA BEND FLOODING A call for help came in to Ranger Corey Drury from the Mayor of Gila Bend, who had just declared a state of emergency. Floodwaters had ravaged a small neighborhood during the night, and there was confirmed loss of life. Rangers from all over the state immediately deployed and helped with: -

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Search for victims Traffic control Prevention of looting Red Cross setup & security

The Arizona Rangers joined other first responders from AZ DPS, Maricopa County Sheriff, Gila Bend FD, Phoenix FD, Tohono O'odham Nation and others to provide assistance to those affected. Our prayers go out to those who lost their lives and livelihoods in this tragic event.

Gila Bend Mayor, Chris Riggs with some of the participating Arizona Rangers.

Relat ed St or y While on patrol in Gila Bend to prevent looting, Ranger Scirica witnessed multiple individuals flee a DPS officer ?s traffic stop. The DPS officer accepted Ranger Scirica's offer of help and all subjects were eventually apprehended. 7

EDUCATION CORNER OPIOID OVERDOSE AND NALOXONE Drug overdose is the leading cause of unintentional death in Americans aged 1-44 years old, even exceeding deaths from motor vehicle collisions. Opioids can include illegal drugs like heroin but are also medications used for pain control like morphine, fentanyl, oxycodone, and methadone. They can be introduced into the body in many ways including, swallowed, snorted, smoked, injected, and even absorbed through the skin. Opioids are generally known as depressants, slowing down the brain, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, and gastrointestinal tract. Those that are ?high? or intoxicated may appear relaxed, sleepy, and with slurred speech. Overdose occurs when the drug slows down the body too much and there is a subsequent decreased consciousness or unresponsiveness, shallow or no respirations, blue skin, nails, lips, and pinpoint pupils. Overdose potential is increased when opioids are used in conjunction with other drugs or medications, especially other depressants or sedatives including alcohol and benzodiazepines (Ativan, Xanax). Tolerance also plays a role in overdose potential. Those with a recent period of abstinence are more likely to experience a fatal overdose. Naloxone, sometimes referred to as Narcan, is a medication that blocks the effects of opioids and can rapidly reverse opioid overdoses. It has been used for over 40 years and is safe and effective (including in pregnant women and children) with few side effects. When giving naloxone for a suspected opioid overdose be cautious of your personal and scene safety. At a minimum, wear gloves and consider eye protection. Have a safe egress plan in place. Naloxone can create an immediate withdrawal pattern in chronic users. Essentially, the use of opioids causes the body to ?slow down? and withdrawal has the opposite effect. It is common for the chronic user to become violent, and they may vomit. Request EMS early as naloxone will wear off, or there may be another reason for the current condition. Conditions like low blood sugar, stroke, head trauma, or shock may mimic an opioid overdose. Overdoses are time-sensitive, but when naloxone is given in a timely manner, it is life-saving. If you suspect an opioid overdose, lay the person flat on their back and check responsiveness with a sternal rub. If unresponsive, administer naloxone and then check for a pulse. If there is a pulse, place the patient in the recovery position. If no pulse is present, there is no circulation, and the naloxone will not be effective. In these cases, CPR should be performed. Once a pulse is detected, place the patient in the recovery position. Depending on the type and amount of opioid used, it may take multiple doses 8

of naloxone to reverse an overdose. Consider a repeat dose after two to three minutes if needed. In Arizona, ARS 36-2228 allows EMTs, peace officers, and ancillary law enforcement trained in administration to give naloxone if they suspect someone is suffering from an opioid-related drug overdose. There is no standard of care or duty to act, but the statute does provide immunity from civil, professional, and criminal liability if the first responder acts with reasonable care and in good faith. Refusal of medical treatment after naloxone is often of concern. However, if after naloxone administration the person becomes alert, oriented, and with decision making capacity they can refuse further medical treatment if they understand the risks of refusal. Finally, a report needs to be submitted to the state (best accessed on ADHS website) for any naloxone administration by law enforcement. Know your agency guidelines on submission, as some require the individual to submit their own report. This content is for educational purposes only. Professional training is required prior to administering naloxone. As always, your organization guidelines may supersede any information provided in this article.

Sgt. Allison Lane, MD Training Sergeant Arizona Rangers

NARCAN TRAINING PAYS OFF It was a quiet afternoon in Taylor Arizona. Arizona Rangers Steve Buck and Scott Richey were on duty assisting the Salvation Army when a car pulled up and a young man approached.

?My girlfriend is passed out. I need help!? Captain Buck and Ranger Richey ran to assist the woman. When they reached the car, she was unconscious and unresponsive. Ranger Richey called 911 while Captain Buck checked her vitals. Her heartbeat and breathing were weak and intermittent. They suspected she was suffering from an opioid overdose. Captain Buck ran to get his medical kit while Ranger Richey performed CPR. Captain Buck administered one dose of Narcan and immediately her vitals began to improve, but she remained unconscious. A Thatcher Police Officer arrived and took over the CPR efforts from Ranger Richey. EMS and a Navajo County Deputy soon followed. EMS loaded the woman on a gurney and administered another dose of Narcan. She regained consciousness and was rushed to the hospital where she recovered. 9

PENNEY FOR YOUR THOUGHTS? Captain Lisa Penney is responsible for making significant improvements within the Tombstone Company that are being noticed and appreciated across the State of Arizona. Lisa Penney is the Commander of the Tombstone Company. She has been an Arizona Ranger for just over three years and is affectionately referred to as ?IBR? (Itty Bitty Ranger). Do not let her small stature fool you, and just remember what they say about dynamite and small packages. A career in law enforcement and that of a trauma nurse has prepared her well to be the Captain of a Ranger Company. Immediately upon assuming command, she enhanced the training, recruiting and overall quality of the entire company. The changes were significant, effective, and recognized by various law enforcement agencies across Southern Arizona. Unfortunately for the Rangers, Captain Penney will likely be leaving us soon. She was offered a position as a Tombstone Deputy Marshal. Before she leaves, we wanted to ask her a few questions about being an Arizona Ranger. Here are her responses: Q. Is t h er e an y advan t age or disadvan t age of bein g a f em ale Ran ger ? A. " When you wear this uniform, people judge and evaluate you constantly. How you look and how you act is critically important. How well do you wear the uniform? How you carry yourself? How do you treat others? Do you appear well trained, confident, and professional? The impression you create and your ability to perform will determine your advantage or disadvantage. This applies the same to male and female Rangers." Q. If you cou ld t each ever y Ran ger an im por t an t lesson , w h at w ou ld it be? A. " Being a Ranger carries with it certain responsibilities. We all swore an oath to preserve and enhance the rich history and reputation of the original Arizona Rangers. We are caretakers of that reputation, and none of us has earned the right to damage it. Uniformed officers are targeted today more than ever before, so take your training seriously. People have certain expectations of any uniformed officer. If any situation arises, every Ranger has a responsibility to be physically and mentally prepared to respond effectively." Q. Wh at do you lik e m ost abou t bein g a Ran ger ? A. " Wow, there is a lot I like. First and foremost, being a part of something that is bigger than me. I have learned something positive from virtually every Ranger I have worked with. Those lessons have come from things like their enthusiasm, patience, kindness, knowledge, or integrity. I owe an abundance of gratitude to every one of them. In addition, I have come to love the town of Tombstone and the relationship we have developed. The residents appreciate our services, the tourists are curious and interested, and the Marshal?s Office supports us 100%."

Q. Wh at at t r act ed you t o t h e Ran ger s? A. "I was introduced to the Rangers through my husband, Mike. He had attended a few meetings and would come home with such enthusiasm. Mike has been retired for many years and the Rangers were a good fit for him. I am very busy running my business, so I handed him every excuse of why I couldn?t join. Finally, I finally gave in and haven?t looked back since." Q. Wh at do you lik e t o do in you r spar e t im e? A. " Umm... you are joking right? what spare time? (laughing). It feels like I work 24/7. With the demands of running my business, being Captain of Tombstone Company and preparing to go back into law enforcement, I do not have much spare time. People say I must be crazy for doing this at the age of 55, but I am somewhat of a firecracker. As a Deputy Marshal, I must resign from the Rangers, but would continue to serve as the Marshal?s liaison with the Rangers." Q. Wh at h ave been you r f avor it e Ran ger du t ies or pr oject s? A. "Over the past 1½ years, I have had the pleasure, and yes, sometimes the headaches, of implementing a Mounted Patrol, Bike Patrol, Tactical Training, and assisting with the Arizona Ranger Museum move and expansion project. The largest project was the recent Arizona Ranger Celebration Parade. I was honored they came up with this wonderful idea to show appreciation for the Tombstone Company. When I requested the event to be open to every Ranger Company in Arizona, the sponsors absolutely agreed! Seventy-five Rangers from all over the state attended. The parade was such a huge success, they plan on making it an annual event. Coordinating all the logistics did take a lot of effort, but it was well worth it. There is a team of hardworking and determined Rangers I counted on to help accomplish so many projects, in such a short period of time." Q. Is t h er e an yt h in g else you w an t t o sh ar e abou t bein g a Ran ger ? A. "It has been an experience I will never forget. In three short years I have served as a Ranger, Duty Sergeant and now the Captain of this awesome Company. Many of us have become close, just like a family. It feels good to know we can count on each other, no matter what comes our way. We have experienced a lot of positive changes together; I hope that continues after I have departed." The Arizona Rangers appreciate the significant contributions Captain Penney has made. Through her efforts, the reputation of the entire organization has improved. It is our responsibility to expand that positive momentum throughout the state. While we are sad to see her go, we are still fortunate. As she becomes a Tombstone Deputy Marshal, we will still have each other ?s backs.

Best of luck Deput y Penney! 11

RANGER IN ACTION - TRUCK FIRE Master Sergeant Ryan Wyatt was on his way to work when traffic came to an unusual stop on the Interstate. Looking ahead, he saw smoke in the distance. Driving along the shoulder, he passed the standing traffic and arrived on the scene of a semi-truck on fire. Instinctively, his training kicked in. Wyatt grabbed his fire extinguisher, traffic vest, medical kit and rushed towards the inferno. Moments before, the truck driver noticed smoke coming from his trailer. An axle bearing had overheated, igniting the grease. He pulled over to put out the fire. When a tire exploded, it blew flames into his face and eyes. He was stunned and in shock when Wyatt approached. Wyatt's' fire extinguisher proved useless as the fire raged out of control. Recognizing the driver was burned, he applied first-aid. Wyatt asked to see the cargo manifest. A review of the manifest confirmed there were no toxic or flammable materials on board. An off-duty police officer appeared on the scene and contacted 911. Wyatt asked her to relay that information to the 911 dispatcher. After verifying the truck and trailer were disconnected, Wyatt drove the truck away from the fire. He returned to the scene and rendered first-aid until firefighters and paramedics arrived. The 911 call went something like this:

911 dispatch: "what's your emergency?" Off-duty police officer: "There is an 18-wheeler on fire, no flammable or toxic materials are on board. An Arizona Ranger is on the scene, and he is handling everything" When asked how he was able to remain so calm and composed, Wyatt replied: ?It?s all about training. I always take my training very seriously. Early in life I was a truck driver, so I knew to ask for the cargo manifest. As a high threat protection medic having served in Iraq, our lives depended on our training."

"Training should be the hardest thing you do." MSgt. Ryan Wyatt 12

SAVING LIVES ON THE BORDER Ranger Shawn Larkin is currently employed by a government contractor providing security along the United States/Mexico border. While on patrol, Larkin came across two undocumented immigrants who were severely dehydrated. He gave them water and learned three others in the group became separated and lost. Larkin was able to track and find the three lost men, who were in desperate need of water too. While transporting the group to get medical care, Larkin came across a few co-workers fighting a desert fire. Just then, another immigrant emerged from the brush. The man started the fire to signal for help, stating his group was out of water and dehydrated. He indicated one of his comrades may have already died. Ranger Larkin rendered aid, contacted the Border Patrol and requested medical assistance. He then turned his attention back to the fire. The winds were picking up and the fire was spreading towards thick vegetation. The fire was out by the time the Border Patrol EMT arrived. A job well done goes out to Larkin, his co-workers, and the Border Patrol for their quick and decisive actions. Within a span of 45 minutes, ten people, including two women, were rescued from probable death. In addition, they stopped a fire that could have gotten out of control.

DID YOU KNOW? The Arizona DPS rescue helicopters are named after the Arizona Rangers, and have "Ranger " in their call-sign? DPS Ranger

DPS recognizes the Arizona Territorial Rangers as the first regional law enforcement established in Arizona. The DPS rescue helicopters were the first police helicopters to provide civilian medical service in the US. This pioneering spirit connected us, and is why DPS named their helicopters after the Rangers. You can read about this on the DPS website.

HAT TRICK FOR DOGS Arizona Ranger Lt. Adam Kirby worked for animal control for eight years. He has never been bitten by a dog. His trick is magic! As the aggressive dog approaches, pull off your hat and hold it out. The dog will instinctively bite the first thing it reaches. That gives you time to deploy pepper spray, or jump behind your partner :) 13

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CASE STUDY - MARANA POLICE DEPARTMENT The Arizona Rangers work extensively with the Marana Police Department. While attending the Citizens Police Academy, we heard an interesting story. When Terry Rozema accepted the Marana Chief of Police position in 2011, he knew it was not going to be easy. Rozema?s desire was to create a world class police department. To be successful, everyone must work together as a team, and be focused on that goal. For a variety of reasons, the Marana Police Department was not operating as a team. The officers sensed internal threats, so they focused on self-preservation. Officer morale was low, and turnover was high. The staff was exceptionally talented, they just needed a safe environment so they could shine. The culture of the organization needed to change. Since the leader establishes the culture, the responsibility was his. Instinctively, Rozema knew he had to eliminate the fear of internal threats. If an officer made an honest mistake, and accepted responsibility for it, he fought for them. With the internal threats removed, the officers no longer focused on self-preservation. Instead, they could focus on achieving the department?s mission.

Officer morale was low, turnover was high... To make it easy for everyone to understand their mission, Rozema needed to identify their core values. Properly defined core values serve as a guide to make decisions in virtually any organization. To be effective, the core values must resonate with everyone in the organization and be aligned with achieving the mission. These would become the non-negotiable rules of behavior everyone would need to embrace for the culture to take root. Rozema began the process by asking himself ?What is the purpose of the Police??The immediate answers that come to mind for most people are ?Police exist to protect and serve, and to enforce the laws?. He knew that was not the right answer, and he desired to boil it down to something profoundly simple. The answer soon became clear, and it resonated deeply within him. ?The police exist to help people. Every decision we make and every action we take should be aligned with helping people. If we do that, we will make the right decisions and we will become a world class police department?. When Rozema discussed this core value with his command staff, it resonated with them, and they embraced it. At the next staff meeting, Chief Rozema presented the concept. ?Your purpose as a police officer, dispatcher or administrative employee is to help people. That is the primary reason we exist. Every single day you come into work I want you to hunt for ways to help and seek opportunities to serve. Every new officer we hire must have that same mindset. If you are not here to help people, you are in the wrong profession. Exercise your best judgment in every situation.

Make the decision that helps people the most. Even if is not exactly within your job description, find a way to help. At every staff meeting, I want to hear stories of how you helped someone. Think outside the box."

At one meeting, a motor officer raised his hand and asked, ?As the new Chief, how many tickets do I have to write a day??Rozema replied, ?If you see a violation, I want you to pull them over. Officer presence slows people down, reduces accidents and deters crime. All of that helps people. You can decide if issuing a ticket or just a warning is the best way to help that driver. There is no specific number you must write.I don?t care if you pull over 100 people and don?t write a single ticket, so long as your primary goal is to help people. If writing a ticket helps, write a ticket. If it doesn?t help, don?t write a ticket?. It did not take long for the community to notice the change, and they appreciated it. Letters, emails, and phone calls started pouring in from the public, thanking officers for loading a bag of dog food or helping change a flat tire. As Rozema shared these stories at staff meetings, officer morale began to improve, and a team atmosphere began to develop. The culture of the organization was shifting in the right direction. Rozema said he knew they were on the right track when he heard this story: ?An elderly resident called 911, requesting officer assistance. Her eyesight was poor, and she needed help filling out an important paper. Normally, this non-emergency call would never make it through dispatch. However, the dispatcher realized call volume was low and officers were available. Since rejecting the call would not help the woman, she put the call through. An officer responded and helped the woman fill out her form. Then the officer offered to help by dropping it off at the post office for her. On her way out, the officer noticed a large picture, hammer, and a nail on the floor. The officer asked if she needed help hanging the picture on the wall. She gladly accepted, indicating her eyesight would not allow her to hit the nail with the hammer?.

"Hunt For Ways To Help" It has been ten years now and the results are fantastic. The citizens of Marana love their police officers. Officer morale is at an all-time high and turnover is low. His mission accomplished, Terry Rozema was recently selected to become the Marana Town Manager. Congratulations to former Chief Rozema and the Marana Police Department for fast becoming one of the best police departments in the entire country. They set the bar by which many departments now measure themselves.

Terry Rozema Former Chief of Police Marana, Arizona

HONORING THE ARIZONA RANGERS - T OMBSTON E On July 3, 2021, the Arizona Rangers were honored with a parade down historic Allen Street in the ?Town Too Tough to Die? - Tombstone, AZ.

Spearheaded by the Tombstone Forward Association, a group formed to market and promote Tombstone, AZ, the Arizona Rangers parade was a tribute to all the volunteers who participate in the organization?s duties and activities supporting and assisting law enforcement, supporting the youth of the State of Arizona, and keeping the traditions of the Old West alive.

Approximately 75 Arizona Rangers from across the State were present in Tombstone on July 3rd to take part in the Ranger parade.

T HANK YOU T OMBSTONE After a real monsoon ?gully-washer ? and with a lull in the monsoon storms, the Rangers took to a soggy Allen Street. They marched on foot, rode bicycles and drove marked Arizona Rangers vehicles from 6th Street to 3rd Street. The Rangers passed many spectators/visitors and local townsfolk who lined up on the boardwalks on both sides of Allen Street from the Bird Cage Theatre down to the OK Corral. Captain Lisa Penney of Tombstone Company was instrumental in coordinating efforts with the city of Tombstone to put on this event including, after the parade and dedication of the Arizona Rangers State Museum on 4th Street, having the town treat the Rangers to a BBQ of hot dogs and hamburgers for all the Arizona Rangers present. In fact, the parade and festivities were such a success the ?Town Too Tough to Die? is planning on making this recognition of the Arizona Rangers and their contributions to the City and State an annual event.

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RANGER SURVEILLANCE SAVES TIME In a small, low-income neighborhood, a vandal was smashing multiple windshields every night. These residents could not afford new windshields, and now they could not drive to work. Increased patrols in the area did not stop the vandalism. The Police Chief called in the Rangers. The Rangers saturated the neighborhood with overnight surveillance. The windshield smashing came to an immediate stop, as did drug dealing and prostitution in the neighborhood. During the next few days, the Rangers talked to the neighbors, but they were afraid to talk. On the third night, a man approached a Ranger and handed him a picture. ?This is the man you are looking for; he is smashing the windshields. He is homeless, but you can find him at the soup kitchen.?

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The informant was a known, small time drug dealer. When asked why he was providing information, he replied ?You Rangers are everywhere. None of my customers will come anywhere near the neighborhood. My business came to a complete stop. One of the prostitutes said their business stopped too. Normally I don?t rat anyone out, but this was costing me money.? The suspect confessed and was arrested by the police the following day. 17

COVID - 19 RESPONSE When COVID-19 hit Arizona, it affected virtually all of us. The Arizona Rangers mobilized in many ways to serve various groups and communities. One, Yavapai Regional Hospital, requested the Rangers assistance in providing security and information services at their COVID testing and intake site. This was for an extended period, requiring the participation of many Rangers.The Rangers knew it was serious when multiple police and fire departments made it known they did not have essentials like gloves or sanitizer as well as other PPE. Many first responders were afraid they would bring the disease home to their families. The Rangers took immediate action to help. The Rangers contacted hotels, pharmacies, large retailers, distilleries, medical clinics, medical schools, and a host of other sources to provide personal protection items. In fact, Amazon awarded the Rangers with a coveted "First Responder Priority Account?, with priority access for all PPE items. One Ranger used this priority access to purchase more than $10,000 worth of PPE to be donated to first responders across the State. For the next several months, tens of thousands of PPE items were delivered to various police agencies and fire departments across the State of Arizona. When supply VARIOUS DUTY PICS chains improved and the first responder community had ample supplies, the Rangers began distribution to senior living communities. These seniors were at high risk and neither they, nor their caretakers had adequate PPE items to stay safe. Once again, the Arizona Rangers answered the call.

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MEET SHERIFF MARK LAMB Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb is well known for his love of family, faith, and country and epitomizes his persona as the ?American Sheriff ?. I recently spoke with Sheriff Lamb, who made the interview feel more like a comfortable conversation. As a young man, Sheriff Lamb contemplated joining the military. While he had not initially considered a career in law enforcement, he agreed to go on a ride-along with a friend. The next morning, he excitedly told his wife Janel, ?I?m going to be a cop!?

"Fear not, do right" After fifteen years in law enforcement, he is proud to serve as Sheriff. He takes his position very seriously and is honored to have the trust and votes of the people. Serving the community is the ?clear highlight? of the Sheriff ?s law enforcement career. He makes no apologies for being a ?Constitutional guy? and believes that police are ?first and foremost peacekeepers; responsible for protecting and being a part of the community.? In 2018, The Pinal County Adult Detention Center was featured on the popular A&E show ?60 Days In?. Innocent participants went into the jail undercover and posed as inmates to gather insider information about contraband, jail operations, and gang activity. Sheriff Lamb stated that their participation was ?very beneficial? as they ?learned a lot, gained an inside look at the jail, and all with no cost to the taxpayers.? Since the show, a body scanner was installed to detect drugs and other contraband being smuggled into the facility. Policies involving detainee intake were improved, and the facility has seen fewer incidents of drugs being introduced. Inmate passing of notes, or ?kites?, to each other has also decreased, and programs for inmates have been refined. In discussing detriments to policing today, he feels that some law enforcement communities made things more difficult for themselves over the last year. Making arrests over COVID mask mandates, forcing churches to close, and politics playing a part in law enforcement means officers are afraid to do their jobs for fear of losing them. He would like to see law enforcement ?stand for the people and the Constitution a little more.?

The Arizona Rangers have assist ed t he Pinal Count y Sheriff 's Office wit h large event s, DUI t ask forces, MADD m eet ings, and com m unit y pat rols. Sheriff Lam b appreciat es having t he Rangers available. "Thankful for the force multiplier effect and the sense of teamwork we have fostered".

AMERICA'S SHERIFF... The media has been known to show the worst of law enforcement and capitalize on tragedies, mishaps, and mishandled situations which inevitably occur in every profession. A result of these narratives is the outflux of many good officers from their departments. This, in combination with a decrease in the number of prospects considering entering the force, has led to a nationwide shortage in the law enforcement communities. Sheriff Lamb stated that he is always looking to do more. With the voice in law enforcement being taken away and the poor portrayal of law enforcement in mainstream media, he saw a need to correct the false narrative and skewed, biased reporting. Even TV shows like Cops and Live PD have been taken off the air. Sheriff Lamb believes viewers really enjoy ?being in the front seat of our cars because they are inherently curious and interested to see what?s going on in law enforcement.? So, with the help of like-minded investors, he had the opportunity to fill that void by creating The American Sheriff Network. It has been met with enthusiastic fan response and he is excited to see where it goes. He does not believe the network alone is the answer to the media?s inaccurate and dangerous reporting, but he does believe it will help. The American people are still going to have to push back against the negative and divisive narratives. For example, incidents of systematic racism in law enforcement are being widely reported, however there are no actual statistics that substantiate those claims. ?The men and women who put on the badge every day deserve better than how they are being portrayed,?Sheriff Lamb said. He, as well as most he knows working in law enforcement, never want to see racism, and are ?appalled and angry? when they see reports of mistreatment, because they ?work so hard to treat all people with dignity and respect.? Sheriff Lamb is enjoying his time in law enforcement, and often shares photos of his family on social media. While he would encourage it, he does not believe any of his five children will follow in his footsteps. He describes law enforcement as a ?great profession? and ?very rewarding?. Many jobs are hard, but only a few offer the brotherhood and allow one to ?come home at night knowing you?ve made a difference in your community; being able to help others, especially when they are going through some of the worst times in their lives.? Sheriff Lamb has a clear devotion to Pinal County, to our country, and demonstrates an inspirational passion for others. He is "Am er ica's Sh er if f " Mark Lamb Pinal County Sheriff

Rachelle Roberts Arizona Ranger

12 WAYS LAW ENFORCEM ENT USES ARIZONA RANGERS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.

Traffic control Prisoner hospital watch Crime scene preservation DUI checkpoint assist Flood and fire point control Surveillance

7. Court security 8. Prisoner transportation 9. Holiday patrol 10. School Resource Officer 11. Evacuation support 12. Community event security

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POST TRAUM ATIC STRESS DISORDER IS THIS THE CAUSE OF PTSD?

Arizona Rangers, like all first responders, may experience situations most people cannot even imagine. Sometimes they are injured on the job. Sometimes that injury is physical and sometimes it is psychological. These memories simply cannot be forgotten, and they can be painful. The way your body processes these traumatic experiences is very different than normal. It is normal for emotions to be tied to memories, and sometimes that emotion is sadness, anger or despair. Over time, the pain dulls a bit and it becomes a distant memory. In traumatic cases, your mind tries to protect you from painful memories. It blocks the neurological receptors to prevent the memory from occurring. Your brain does this constantly, it never rests. Sleepless nights, hyperactive thoughts and fatigue are common side effects. Then, a trigger connects the neurological receptors which causes the memory to surface. When it does, it is intense and painful, like the event just happened. We were not allowed to process it the normal Exposu r e t o: way. It does not become a distant memory. death, grief, injury, pain and loss

All of this is a normal, human physiological response. It can be treated, but you usually cannot do it yourself. Because there are certain stigmas, or professional consequences associated with PTSD diagnosis, many never seek help.

Cou pled w it h : demanding schedules, challenging jobs and lack of safety and security

One promising treatment is re-programming your mind to treat these memories just like any other. As painful as they Can r esu lt in : are they are, these memories are a normal part of your emotional trauma life. Yes, you wish they never happened, but they did. Yes, when you think of them, you will get sad or angry. As time passes, the pain will fade just If lef t u n t r eat ed, can lead t o: like any sad memory, and you depression, anxiety, PTSD can move on. Your brain will be suicidal ideation, and suicide able to relax, you will be rested, and the risk of triggered, traumatic episodes may be greatly reduced.

"There is hope, and there is help." 23

THE ARIZONA RANGERS STATE MUSEUM

T OMBSTONE As of July 3rd of this year, the Arizona Rangers J.R. Hilburn Museum in Tombstone has been designated as the Arizona Rangers State Museum. With renovations, including a doubling of the former space, the museum chronicles the exploits and equipment of the Arizona Territorial Rangers along with the Modern-Day Arizona Rangers. Many thanks go out to the members who undertook the tasks to accomplish the needed renovations and refurbishment. The former ?main? museum facility in Nogales, AZ will be retained as an annex for research and study on the history of the Arizona Rangers and will be made available to interested parties by appointment. The official opening of the re-imagined Arizona Rangers State Museum occurred July 3rd, shortly after a massive monsoon downpour. Presiding over the ribbon cutting was Col. Mike Droll, State Commander of the Arizona Rangers. From its very beginnings in 1901 when the Territorial Legislature authorized the formation of a Company of Arizona Rangers, the Rangers have provided law enforcement for the Territory and then law enforcement assistance and support for the State of Arizona when a few of the original Territorial Rangers, in 1955, helped form the Modern-Day Arizona Rangers. The adventures and achievements of the 107 men who served as Arizona Territorial Rangers (1901-1909) to rid the territory of killers, robbers, and other criminals is presented through their stories and weapons. These were the men who helped prepare the Territory for statehood. Also displayed and described are the equipment and activities of the Modern-Day Rangers. This group was incorporated in 1957 as a law enforcement support and assist auxiliary and continues to this day. The museum has on display several artifacts from the original Territorial Rangers, including a shotgun owned and used by the Museum?s namesake J.R. Hilburn (1904) and knives owned by Territorial Rangers William D. Allison (1903-1904) and Sam Henshaw (1903). 24

Included in the Museum collection is a desk owned by Burt Mossman, the first Captain of the Arizona Territorial Rangers established in 1901.

The Hilburn shotgun is shown on top of the display case with the Territorial Ranger knives in the bottom left. Other guns displayed include commemorative Arizona Ranger pistols. On display are pistols, holsters, rifles/carbines along with other artifacts, stories, and photos from the period of the Territorial Rangers.

On one wall is a memorial tribute to those Arizona Rangers who gave their lives in the performance of their duties ? Arizona Territorial Rangers Carlos Tafolla aka. Carlos Tafoya (1901) and Jeff Kidder (1908), and Modern-Day Arizona Ranger John Thomas (1992), shown below.

RANGER HELPS DEPUTY Sgt. Scott Raikkonen was home relaxing on a weekend afternoon. The unmistakable sound of a serious auto accident shattered the silence. Scott drove to the intersection near his home and was one of the first on the scene of a serious one-vehicle accident.

Ranger Raikkonen and Pinal County Sheriff Mark Lamb

Scott threw on his Ranger traffic vest, took control of the intersection, and began searching for victims. A witness told him the driver had fled the scene on foot. Bystanders started yelling at Scott, ?he needs help, he needs help!" Scott glanced across the street and saw a Pinal County Sheriff 's Deputy struggling to detain a man who was actively resisting.

He ran through traffic to assist the officer. Upon his arrival, the two men were wrestling on their feet. The suspect had one handcuff secured on his wrist; the other end was a menacing weapon. It turned out this was the driver who fled the scene of the accident. He was under the influence of a strength enhancing substance and broke away from the Deputy when he was being arrested. Scott announced to the Deputy he was an Arizona Ranger, and he was there to help. He dove into the fray, wrapped his arms around the suspect?s legs and brought the fight to the ground. He controlled the suspect?s waist and legs, as the Deputy struggled to apply the handcuffs. The suspect was a large man, and incredibly strong. Scott and the Deputy needed more help to safely detain him. When a second Deputy arrived, the suspect was finally secured, but the fight continued. The suspect was placed face down in the back of the cruiser. He thrashed and kicked violently, clearly a danger to himself, and to others. Scott climbed in the back of the cruiser and controlled the suspect, while leg restraints were applied by the Deputies. The Deputies expressed their gratitude for Scott's help. They noticed the "Arizona Ranger " traffic vest and were grateful to the Rangers, too.

Trivia Tim e * Retired NBA star Shaquille O'Neal, a Deputy Sheriff in Georgia is the tallest US peace officer. * More than 240 million 911 calls are made each year in the US. * Approximately 12% of US sworn law enforcement are women. * Police in Japan use net guns to apprehend criminals. * The first police officer was killed in the line of duty in 1791. * In the 1880's, France was the first country to use police sketches to fight crime. * The first female Sheriff in the US was elected in 1929. Her name was Myrtle Siler. * The Arizona Rangers were the regional law enforcement recognized in the Arizona Territory. 26

SNAPSHOT - CAPTAIN HARRY WHEELER "A DEADLY GUNFIGHTER" Harry Wheeler served as an Arizona Territorial Ranger from 1903-1909. By most accounts, Wheeler was one of the Rangers?deadliest gunfighters. Serving under Captain Rynning, Wheeler was involved in several shootouts, each time displaying an unequaled coolness under fire. A few of these stories are described in Bill O?Neal?s article ?Gunfights of the Arizona Rangers?. Just before midnight, Wheeler stood on Congress Street in Tucson Arizona. As he turned towards the Palace Saloon, a man named M. D. Beede told Wheeler not to go in there, ?there is a hold up going on! ?Wheeler replied, ?all right, that?s what I?m here for. Wheeler pulled his Colt .45 and stepped into the front door of the saloon. The armed robber whirled around to shoot Wheeler. Wheeler fired, grazing the robber in the forehead, and then calmly shot him in the chest. In another notorious gunfight in Benson, AZ, J.A. Tracy had pulled a gun on his former lover and her new boyfriend. Wheeler ordered him to surrender and attempted to arrest him. Tracy turned and began to fire. Wheeler advanced in a hail of bullets, firing methodically as he ordered Tracy to surrender. Tracy?s third shot wounded Wheeler in his left thigh. Meanwhile, Tracy was hit in the stomach, neck, arm, and chest. As Tracy fell backwards, he verbally surrendered. His gun empty, Wheeler limped to secure his prisoner. Tracy still had two loaded rounds and he began firing, striking Wheeler in the left heel. The fearless Ranger hurled rocks at the downed man until the gunfight ended. As Wheeler turned Tracy over to a Benson peace officer, he extended his right hand saying, ?it was a great fight while it lasted, wasn?t it?? The two men shook hands and Tracy died a short time later. Harry Wheeler quickly worked his way up through the ranks and became the Ranger ?s third and final Captain in 1907. Wheeler held a dual commission as a Deputy U.S. Marshal and later served as the Cochise County Sheriff. Currently, Harry Wheeler rests in peace at Bisbee Arizona?s Evergreen Cemetery. Captain Rynning went on record saying, ?while Harry Wheeler was the best shot among the Rangers, Jeff Kidder was the fastest." In the next issue of Ranger Magazine, we will feature highlights of Ranger Jeff Kidder. 27

ABOUT THE ARIZONA RANGERS A bill approved in 1901 by the twenty-first Arizona Legislative Assembly authorized the organization and funding of a company of Arizona Rangers made up of 14 men, and modeled after the Texas Rangers to quell criminal activity across the Arizona Territory. These men were a well-trained, and initially undercover operation mounted on the best horses money could buy and equipped with the most modern weapons of the time. On August 30, 1901, Burton Mossman, a Spanish speaking hard-fighting cowboy, became the first Captain of the Arizona Rangers, establishing the Ranger headquarters in Bisbee. The second Captain of the Arizona Rangers was Thomas Rynning who rode with Teddy Roosevelt?s Rough Riders and was appointed in 1902. In an effort to follow the criminal activity, Rynning moved the Ranger Headquarters to Douglas. Badges of the Arizona Rangers were first issued in 1903 under Rynning?s command. They were solid silver five-pointed ball-tipped stars. An officer ?s badge was engraved with the rank, while others were numbered. In March 1903, the authorized force was increased to 26 men. The third and last Captain was Harry Wheeler, who took the oath on March 25, 1907. Again, in chasing the criminal activity, he moved the Ranger headquarters from Douglas to Naco. Wheeler had the distinction of serving at every rank in the Rangers. On February 15, 1909 the act establishing the Arizona Rangers was repealed. The vote to repeal was vetoed by the Territorial Governor, but was then overridden by the Territorial Assembly. During the eight years of its existence, 107 men served in the Arizona Territorial Rangers. The Arizona Rangers were re-established in 1955 and incorporated in 1957 as an unpaid, all volunteer, non-profit 501(c)(3), law enforcement support and assistance civilian auxiliary in the State of Arizona who work cooperatively at the request of, and under the direction, control, and supervision of established federal, state, or local law enforcement officials and officers. The modern-day Arizona Rangers also provide support to youth and youth activities throughout the State, while providing support to civic and community organizations while working to preserve the tradition and history of the 1901?1909 Arizona Rangers. Special thanks to Action Printing for helping us print this issue of the Arizona Ranger Magazine.

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