If I was in a crash and had to be transported to the hospital, leaving no one I personally know to secure my firearm, I would feel most comfortable putting it in the hands of an LEO for safe keeping.
Depending on the seriousness of my injuries and how quickly I would need to be transported from the scene, I would obtain the LEO's name and ID# for follow-up when I got out of the hospital. (The LEO's in my area, routinely provide you with their name and info, either written down or by giving you their business card.)
Politics compromises principles.
Doing what's right, means doing what may not be popular.