How One Female Police Sergeant Fought A Three Year Court Battle Against Her Department, Winning At Every Level
They Would Stop at Nothing is a memoir and legal account about institutional retaliation, resilience, and justice—told through the real-life experience of a female police sergeant who refuses to be silenced.
At its core, the book chronicles a three-year legal battle waged by a highly competent, decorated police sergeant against her own department after she becomes the target of retaliation and character assassination. Despite public praise, commendations, and a documented record of excellence, she is suddenly subjected to contradictory performance evaluations designed to undermine her credibility and force her out.

Ann Trochum resides in Fuquay-Varina, N.C., with her husband Tom, who is an ordained Pastor. After retiring, Ann served five years volunteering with Wake Med Hospital. Since both retired, they have traveled outside of the country to serve on four mission trips through their local church; two to Haiti and two to Costa Rica.

This is not just a story about policing—it’s about what happens when integrity collides with institutional self-protection.