Most officers working on adrenaline, little else

According to [police Superintendent Eddie] Compass, the majority of the 1,700-person force held its ground, figuring out ways to save lives and restore order, working to save the city despite, in many cases, becoming victims themselves.

“The bulk of this police department stood intact,” Compass said in an interview, tears streaming down his face. “We fought the most unbelievable war imaginable and we survived . . . Some officers lost their houses and they’re still out there. Some officers lost family members and they’re still out there.”