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Agency suggests changes after 'Cops' crewman's death

OMAHA, Neb. (AP) — A federal agency has issued the producers of the long-running TV show "Cops" a letter offering guidelines that might have prevented the shooting death of a crew member last summer in Omaha.

The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued the guidelines Tuesday after investigating the Aug. 26 shooting. The agency didn't issue any citations or penalties.

Audio technician Bryce Dion was killed while filming an attempted armed robbery at a fast-food restaurant.

In a letter to Langley Productions, OSHA called for additional training and safety instruction that might prevent future injuries and deaths.

"Cops" is a reality TV show that has depicted law enforcement officers in action since it premiered in 1989.

Langley Productions released a statement saying it intended to implement the recommendations.

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