Blue Alert Bill Sent to Governor

Legislation is headed to the governor aimed at helping to catch suspects who injure or kill a police officer.

The legislation would create a Blue Alert System.

It would work much like the Amber Alert to inform the public about suspects involved in an incident when an officer is hurt or killed.

The alert system would be run and maintained by the Michigan State Police.

Twenty-four states have already enacted Blue Alert legislation.

The legislation won final approval in the state Senate Wednesday.