The Most Militarized Local Police Departments in America

Special Report

January 16, 2023 7:19 am

Source: Courtesy of Tuscaloosa Police Department via Facebook

10. Tuscaloosa Police Department, Alabama
> Total value of surplus military equipment: $4.3 million
> City population: 99,252
> Most expensive items: Mine-resistant vehicle, non-lethal capabilities set, utility truck, observation helicopter

Source: Courtesy of King County Sheriff's Office via Facebook

9. King County Sheriff’s Office, Washington
> Total value of surplus military equipment: $4.3 million
> County population: 2.2 million
> Most expensive items: Utility helicopter, flight trainer helicopter, van truck

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Source: Courtesy of San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department via Facebook

8. San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Office, California
> Total value of surplus military equipment: $4.5 million
> County population: 2.2 million
> Most expensive items: Utility helicopter, cargo airplane

Source: Courtesy of Alameda County Sheriff's Office via Facebook

7. Alameda County Sheriff’s Office, California
> Total value of surplus military equipment: $4.8 million
> County population: 1.7 million
> Most expensive items: Small craft boat, utility truck

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6. Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office, California
> Total value of surplus military equipment: $5.3 million
> County population: 447,651
> Most expensive items: Utility helicopter, jet engines, mine-resistant vehicle, unmanned ground vehicle

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