Betraying the Badge
Overview
Betraying the Badge delves into the unsettling narratives of law enforcement officers who forsake their commitment to uphold justice, engaging in theft, deception, and even murder. Through candid accounts from the offenders themselves, alongside insights from whistleblowers, prosecutors, and their fellow officers, the series uncovers the dark side of policing. Each episode reveals the complex interplay of betrayal and accountability, showcasing the chilling reality of those who wield authority for personal gain and the courageous individuals who work tirelessly to bring them to justice.
Episodes
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1
Rich Rivera: The Inside Man
A fresh-faced recruit joins the West New York, New Jersey police force, driven by a genuine belief in justice. His optimism is soon tested as he uncov...
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2
To Protect and Serve The Mob
The story follows an inquiry into two highly regarded New York City police officers who are secretly working for the mafia. These corrupt cops accept ...
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3
Shattered Shield
In New Orleans, a drug dealer turns informant, tipping off federal agents about local law enforcement corruption. This sets off a complex sting operat...
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4
Panama Unit
The offspring of a famous sheriff, along with his associates, traffics massive amounts of illicit drugs before being caught by agents from the Departm...
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6
Tarnished Badge
In North Carolina, a former corrupt police officer redeems himself by exposing a troubling trend of criminal activities within the sheriff's departmen...
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7
Sheriff's Bling Ring
Following an anonymous tip claiming that Los Angeles sheriff's deputies have been unlawfully confiscating millions from drug traffickers, more than 35...
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8
Florida Killer Cops
A deputy from a Florida Sheriff's department begins to probe into allegations that his partner is involved in illicit activities. As he delves deeper,...
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Diamonds and Dirty Cops
The FBI delves into a jewelry heist operation linked to the Chicago mob, only to discover that the brains behind the scheme is none other than a highl...
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2
Takedown at the Border
An FBI probe along the Southern border reveals a shocking corruption scandal in Arizona’s history, revealing that members of the National Guard are...
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3
Operation Broken Oath
In Savannah, GA, several police officers supplement their income by securing valuable diamond deliveries. However, their lucrative side gig takes a d...
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4
The Four Horsemen
In the gritty streets of Philadelphia during the late 1980s and early 1990s, a notorious team of narcotics officers known as The Four Horsemen mainta...
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5
Made Man
A police officer in Florida harbors ambitions of the gangster lifestyle, leading him to a perilous path. He leverages his authority to serve as a secu...
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6
The Dirty 30
In 1994, numerous officers from the NYPD’s 30th Precinct in Harlem were found guilty of serious offenses, including perjury, violations of civil rig...