One Police Officer's Experiences

Harold Bastrup tells about one police officer's experiences over a 34-year period from his start as and inexperienced deputy in Kenosha Wisconsin to the time of his retirement as Chief in Anaheim California years later. Unusual dramatic and often bizarre recollections in both departments as well as many humorous events are given in 59 chapters in the 415 page book including the chief's work with Walt Disney and Disneyland in its early years. Each chapter is a story in itself including an incident with an embarrassed deputy who had to cut a young ladies brassiere strap when giving first aid how police officers deal with death situations policing of rock concerts and pranks officers play to relieve tension. Chapter titles include: Child Neglect and a Father's Death Murder at the Disneyland Hotel Cops Have Feelings The Motorcycle Gangs The Stripper and the Protecting VIPS (including Presidents).