His Wife Got the Call No Officer's Family Wants: Deputy Shot in Traffic Stop | Yates Rodney | Ep 171

His Wife Got the Call No Officer's Family Wants: Deputy Shot in Traffic Stop | Yates Rodney | Ep 171

From Reasons We Serve: Police Careers & Officer Experience by Reasons We Serve

July 15, 2026 · 1h 8m · Episode 171

About this episode

Deputy Yates Rodney shares his harrowing experience of being shot during a traffic stop and the impact on his family.

Deputy Yates Rodney thought it was a routine traffic stop—until the suspects opened fire with an AK-47 and pistol, leaving him paralyzed from the chest down. In this powerful episode of Reasons We Serve, Yates, his wife Tori, parents, and brother share the raw, emotional story of survival, love, and unbreakable family strength. Hear the terrifying moment Yates called his wife to say goodbye, the chaos at the hospital, the cardiac arrest scare, and his message of gratitude to the law enforcement brotherhood and supporters. If you're in law enforcement, a veteran, or someone who values stories of courage and service, this episode will move you. Watch until the end for the full story of resilience. 👍 If you liked this episode, please give us a 5 -star review. 🛎️ Subscribe for more real stories of those who serve 💬 Comment your thoughts or words of support for Deputy Rodney. 🎥 Related: Search "Reasons We Serve" for more law enforcement stories, officer survival, and family perspectives. For those interested in participating in the CLIPr program for first responders, please go here: https://clipr.ai/reasonsweserve 👍 Like, Subscribe, and Hit the Bell Icon to stay updated on more…

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