PLEA Partner Award – Rodd & Jo Wolff

The Phoenix Law Enforcement Association represents more than 2500 rank and file police officers.  It's important for us to acknowledge and recognize citizens committed to a safer community through the PLEA Partner Award.

On Tuesday March 18, 2008 at approximately 3:30 in the afternoon, Mr. Rodd Wolff and his wife Jo were assisting two clients in separate rooms at their business, Hair Productions, at 2504 E. Indian School Rd.  While Jo was working in the front room of the business, an armed robber entered the shop.  He pointed a gun at Jo and demanded money.  Jo notified Rodd, who was in the back of store, by shouting a predetermined distress code.  Rodd heard his wife"s call for help and armed himself with a revolver.  As he entered the front of the shop to come to Jo’s aid, he saw Jo with her hands up and the suspect pointing a gun at her.  Believing his wife’s life to be in jeopardy, Rodd fired three shots striking the suspect three times in the upper torso.  The armed robbery suspect fled from the store out the back door.  During his flight back to his get-away car, the suspect dropped his gun on the ground.  Rodd retrieved the suspect’s gun and subsequently caught up with the robber at the get-away vehicle.  Rodd ordered the suspect to stop and moments later police arrived and provided lifesaving medical attention to the suspect.

The Phoenix Law Enforcement Association considers Rodd and Jo police partners and we’re convinced that the foolish plans of this suspect were overcome without the loss of life due to your vigilance, courage, and commitment.  Recognizing that there are several appropriate actions for victims, we respect the right to defend one’s self and one’s family in the absence of immediate police assistance.  It’s encouraging as your partners to see that you’re prepared to react, bold enough to put a plan into action, and dedicated to the safety of our community. 

We’re glad you’re alive and grateful to be your partner.