Matthew Cox | Inside True Crime Podcast Celebrity Cop Reveals What Happens Behind The Camera | COPSTV
Dec 21, 2025
Sergeant Curtis, a veteran Las Vegas Metro sergeant and engaging TV police personality, shares captivating behind-the-scenes stories from filming COPSTV. He discusses the challenges of policing, from the intense demands of field training to the complexities of legal traffic stops. Curtis also highlights the importance of mental health in law enforcement, recounting personal experiences with trauma and stress. Additionally, he shares anecdotes that reveal the humanity in policing, including a touching moment that averted violence. Don't miss his practical tips for handling road rage!
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Stabbed In Belgrade, Returned To Duty
- Curtis described being stabbed in Belgrade at 19, receiving a chest tube, and finishing his tour.
- He recovered, continued service, and later used the experience in his policing career.
Stop Small Problems Before They Escalate
- Use legitimate vehicle code violations to legally stop suspicious cars rather than chasing adrenaline.
- Take care of misdemeanors proactively because they prevent larger crimes from occurring later.
License-Light Stop Led To Gun Bust
- Curtis describes pulling a car for a license-plate light and finding dozens of stolen handguns in the trunk.
- A simple JDLR hunch plus a lawful stop removed a major weapons cache from the streets.