The ATF ruled that the BolaWrap 150 restraint device is not classified as a firearm or as an “any other weapon” under federal law
Creek County Sheriff’s Office Deputy Adam Heitman previously served with the Kiefer PD and spent four years in the U.S. Marine Corps, including a deployment to Iraq
House Bill 372 would eliminate the parole-eligible sentencing options while expanding existing sentencing law to cover corrections officers as well
The officers are among 28 cops accused of lying on government documents in order to receive funding meant to assist small businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic
The Hillsborough deputies were shot in the face and neck after the suspect opened fire from inside a van
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