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The Comm Center offers expert insights into true crime and emergency response from seasoned professionals. Drew, a retired law enforcement officer with 29 years of experience as a detective, police supervisor, and 911 center administrator, joins Jon, an active 911 dispatcher with over 10 years in dispatch, plus experience as a corrections supervisor and retail theft prevention officer. Together, they provide trusted analysis and a rare look into real-life law enforcement and dispatch work. Subscribe for in-depth, reliable perspectives from those who know the job firsthand.

  • Unjustified: Crooked Attorney General Persecutes Cop Family

    Last May, Comm Center covered the case of Mantua Township Police Officer Salvatore Oldrati and his response to Charles Sharp's 9-1-1 call. Sharp said armed prowlers were on his property entering his truck and shed. But that was all a lie. Sharp was under the influence of cocaine, methamphetamine and was carrying a replica pistol, and daring police to shoot him. To preserve his and another police officer's life from the apparent threat, Oldrati opened fire. Sharp tried to reach for the fake gun even after shot. Finally stopped, Oldrati attempted to saved Sharp's life. The New Jersey State Shooting Board and the old Attorney General cleared Oldrati. He returned to duty, winning officer of the year again, and was promoted. Then new AG Matt Platkin assumed office and dug up old cases to prosecute and found a cop to string up to make him look tough in the 'Defund' era. Three years has left a good man and his family fighting for what's right. Hear from Barbara and Drew Oldrati-- the officer's parents-- for the truth of this disgraceful sham prosecution. Support Corporal Oldrati https://www.givesendgo.com/SupportforCplOldrati

  • Robbery? Burglary, Pursuit, Homicide, Roadside Shootout

    Last September, a common call was placed a comm center in Illinois: a man came home to find his house ransacked. The caller was interrupted by the sounds of gunfire. Another call came in: neighbor heard shots. Now the Plano Police and Kendall County Sheriffs Office respond to the scene of the crime, where a Ford Bronco is in flight. Officers give chase while medics find the 9-1-1 caller shot and killed. Now the suspect is in a do or die pursuit with police in heart of Aurora, forcing officers to take action while surrounded by dozens of innocent bystanders. After it's all over, can the police breathe easy? Or is their next ambush coming from the state's attorney's office?

  • At Death's Door: Cops and Suicide Response

    In Alexandria, a 9-1-1 call prompts a welfare check on a man in mental distress--Paul Behan had lost his wife and job, and had been drinking. Paul answered the door with a rifle under his chin, and a tense standoff began. Officers pleaded to save Paul from himself-- but should they have been there in there in the first place? Being mentally unwell isn't against the law, and if no one else is in danger, should police take the risk?

  • A Common 911 Call, Lethal Force & A Twist Ending

    Actual 9-1-1 dispatcher Jon plays a phone call made every day in this country: a call for someone passed out inside a car. This time in Phoenix Arizona. What are the potential problems and dangers? Next, actual cop Drew Breasy walks you through how the police respond: first to check welfare of the driver, but after she refuses to comply and attempts to leave, how the response has to escalate. But why did this have to happen? And what is the shocking turn of events that would have made her death a tragedy?

  • Jon Gets Real: Is Donald Trump Hitler?

    In this special Aftershow, Jon gets it all off his chest-- is Donald Trump going to be a fascist in his next term? Without having to worry about appeal to the voters a fourth time, Trump could go on a full blown "revenge tour." But what does that mean? Will political opponents be jailed? Will radical ideology sweep the country? Will rights be curtailed? Jon also opines on Kamala: Was she REALLY the worst veep ever? And did Biden vote for Trump? For three hours, Jon talks the election and the changes to come responding eventually to live chats from the audience. Enjoy this final breakdown of the past 4 years and election result, or if you are burned out-- skip it, and we'll catch you on the next episode.

Worst Game Of Hide-and-Seek Ever

In this 3 part true crime story, we delve into the shocking case of a Florida woman who makes a chilling discovery – her boyfriend’s lifeless body found inside a suitcase. 

Join us as we unravel the mystery behind this tragic event and the harrowing 911 call and the police interrogation that followed. Stay tuned for all the details of this suitcase surprise that left a community in shock.

10 Things You Never Knew About 911 Dispatchers (Parts 1 & 2)

In this 3 part podcast, we dive into the mysterious case of Amanda Nenigar, who found herself lost in the unforgiving desert with only a cell phone to rely on.

Join us as we analyze the 911 call that captured her desperate plea for help and explore the baffling cell phone data that adds a new layer of intrigue to this perplexing case. Don’t miss out on this gripping tale of unfortunate circumstances. Subscribe now for more true crime content!

Amanda Nenigar: Lost in the Desert (911 Call & Cell Mystery)

In this 3 part true crime story, we delve into the shocking case of a Florida woman who makes a chilling discovery – her boyfriend’s lifeless body found inside a suitcase. 

Join us as we unravel the mystery behind this tragic event and the harrowing 911 call and the police interrogation that followed. Stay tuned for all the details of this suitcase surprise that left a community in shock.