From Combat Injured Military Veteran to Police Officer. Special Episode. From the sands of Iraq to the streets of Louisville, Kentucky, the life of Dexter Pitts is a testament to grit, healing, and the relentless drive to serve. His story, marked by death, trauma, and hard-fought victories, is inspiring others through his book, and podcast. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast promoted across their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/LawEnforcementTalkRadioShow"> Facebook </a> , <a href="https://www.instagram.com/letradioshowpodcast/"> Instagram </a> , <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnjwiley/"> LinkedIn </a> , <a href="https://medium.com/@letradioshow"> Medium</a> and other social media platforms.
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While serving in Iraq, Dexter’s life took a brutal turn. An Improvised Explosive Device (IED) detonated during combat, critically injuring him. The blast was life-altering, physically, mentally, and emotionally. Recovery was not a matter of weeks or months, but years of relentless rehabilitation.
The injuries he sustained were not just the kind seen on X-rays or in surgery reports. Like many combat veterans, Dexter faced the invisible wounds of war, pain, memory, and the psychological toll of violence. Look for supporting stories about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like <a href="https://medium.com/@letradioshow" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Medium </a> , <a href="https://lawenforcementtalkradio.blogspot.com"> Blogspot </a> and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnjwiley/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> Linkedin </a> .
Yet, against all odds, he forged a new mission for himself: becoming a police officer.
Stepping Into Another Line of Fire, From Combat Injured Military Veteran to Police Officer. Special Episode.
When Dexter joined the Louisville Metro Police Department (LMPD), he thought he had already survived the worst. The department, created in 2003 through the merger of the Jefferson County Police Department and the Louisville Division of Police, serves a city with a deep and complex history. Its officers face everything from violent crime to the long shadow of civil rights concerns.
But it was not the dangers of the streets that brought Dexter his next life-altering blow.
Shortly after beginning his police career, tragedy struck, his mother died unexpectedly. Her death was more than personal loss. It was entwined with the painful reality that she had been a victim of domestic violence, a scourge that affects millions across all ages, and backgrounds. The grief was crushing. Available for free on their website and streaming on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and other podcast platforms.
Surviving Death and Trauma
In his own words, Dexter has described the dual battles of his life: the physical wounds from war and the emotional wounds from loss. The combination could have ended his career, or worse. Instead, he learned to build systems for mental and emotional resilience. From Combat Injured Military Veteran to Police Officer. Special Episode.
“I had to make a choice,” he has said in interviews. “I could drown in my pain, or I could use it to help others.”
Sharing the Mission
Dexter’s experiences are now the backbone of his advocacy work. Through his book, "I Am Pitts: Memoirs of an American Patriot" he shares his journey in raw, unfiltered truth, offering hope to veterans, police officers, and anyone struggling with their own battles. His podcast, "I Am Pitts" is available on his website plus Apple and Spotify, it expands the conversation, diving deep into topics of service, trauma, recovery, and community healing. The Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast episode is available for free on their website , Apple Podcasts , Spotify and most major podcast platforms.
On Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, Dexter connects directly with followers, posting reflections, news updates, and behind-the-scenes looks at the realities of serving in both the military and law enforcement.
Why His Story Matters
Dexter’s life bridges two of the most demanding callings, military service and police work, both of which carry unique burdens of death and trauma. Yet his path shows that survival isn’t just about living through events, it’s about what you do with the aftermath. From Combat Injured Military Veteran to Police Officer. Special Episode. The full podcast episode is streaming now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and across Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
He is proof that even after the worst moments, there can be purpose. Even after destruction, there can be rebuilding. And even after silence, there can be a voice strong enough to help others rise.
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Attributions
<a href="https://www.lmpd.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Louisville Metro Police</a>
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louisville_Metro_Police_Department" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wikipedia</a>
<a href="https://www.un.org/en/coronavirus/what-is-domestic-abuse" target="_blank" rel="noopener">United Nations</a>
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Am-Pitts-Memoirs-American-Patriot/dp/0578333902" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Amazon</a>
<a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Iraq_War" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Wikipedia</a>
<a href="https://iampitts.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">IAmPitts.com</a>

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