Drone video shows a magnet, attached to the drone by Sacramento County deputies, pulling a knife from the hand of an apparently unconscious man
The FBI alleged the man carved ‘there is no God,’ a phrase used by Ethan Crumbley, into a firearm with a removed serial number; he is also accused of praising mass shooters online
Officers told the suspect to get out of the car, but he instead “put the car into reverse, hitting one of the unmarked vehicles, and ultimately hitting multiple members of the NYPD”
Capt. Lenita King, 63, and Trooper Maurice Vilsaint, 43, were arrested on charges stemming from allegedly claiming off-duty shift pay for hours they did not work
Karmelo Anthony, 19, was convicted of murder in the death of Austin Metcalf, 17, and sentenced to 35 years in prison after a jury rejected his claims of self-defense
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Leaders from the San Francisco Police Department and Fairfax County Police Department share how real time information centers, drones and data are transforming daily operations
Understand how grant funding can help you invest in technologies that improve security, compliance and officer productivity
Digitizing inspections and audits to improve readiness and reduce manual work
When your agency is first on scene, you are first on the survival clock
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How New Orleans aligns police, fire and EMS before, during and after major events — and what your agency can replicate immediately
Connect data, decisions and action across your agency
How critical leads get buried — and how to find them faster
What happens between the alert and the response — and why leadership decisions made early matter
What the data and the field reveal about where agencies lose candidates and how to keep them
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Why public safety agencies are investing in DFR and what it takes to secure grant funding to support long-term success
The carjacking suspect was foiled by stolen vehicle assistance technology and interagency coordination
Kustom Signals serves plenty of major jurisdictions, but its flexibility and support have a lot to offer smaller ones
State legislatures are moving to restrict this key technology — here’s how to protect it
AAM has emerged as a key player in the ballistic shield market
From community trust to data analysis, agencies need professionals prepared for evolving challenges
“Plan for the worst – hope for the best” is not a strategy
Retired SWAT operator and military veteran discusses how training, tactics and ballistic protection help agencies address modern threats
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Police1’s “What Cops Want in 2026” survey reveals officers overwhelmingly want more time for proactive policing, but report writing, staffing shortages and nonstop calls stand in the way
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These viral-style throwbacks tap into ‘90s and early-2000s memories — reimagined for a Police1 audience with humor, honesty and a few reality checks along the way
Which of these viral TikTok fitness trends will you try next?
It’s time to match praise with policy for those on the front lines
Support first responders injured in the line of duty, new recruit education and the families of the fallen
A look at discounted tech, gear and personal essentials that align with patrol and off-duty needs
The skills that keep you steady on duty can leave you feeling exposed with the people you love
From policing communities to guiding anglers, one deputy’s second act proves there’s life beyond the badge
Stock up at 5.11 Tactical, grab a free meal at Chili’s, and enjoy more deals honoring U.S. military and first responders
These stores and restaurants are showing their gratitude to law enforcement officers with an abundance of discounts
An officer’s moving tribute to those who’ve worn the badge and now face the quiet struggle of life after service
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