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Hartford Police Officer Christopher Vanwey witnessed a girl missing out on hockey merchandise thrown by a mascot and gifting her a toy and a soccer ball
Most reductions will impact community-based programs as the agency seeks up to $4 million in savings, Hampden County Sheriff Nick Cocchi says
Interim D.C. Metropolitan Police Chief Jeffery Carroll stated that the officer was targeted and it was possible the suspects knew he was a police officer
No arrests were made in the incident, with LAPD saying staffing constraints can limit enforcement at large takeovers
Cecily Barker, a former deputy chief with over 20 years of law enforcement experience, has served as the APD’s interim chief since Harold Medina’s retirement in 2025
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Artificial intelligence is already shaping investigations, dispatch and data analysis. The question isn’t whether agencies will use AI — it’s whether leaders will govern it responsibly
A field guide to help agencies improve hiring, onboarding and long-term career development of female officers
Download our school safety readiness guide and make the key decisions now — not in the first five minutes of a crisis
If you’re losing applicants, stretching hiring timelines or watching academy classes shrink, this guide outlines what agencies are doing to rebuild their staffing pipeline
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Digital transformation can empower law enforcement at all levels to be better prepared and improve community outcomes.
Find out how virtual reality training delivers de-escalation and high-stress simulation training that not only can better train your officers but can also be used to inform your community
As agencies modernize infrastructure and move to the cloud, it’s important to consider the interface and collaboration between the network and security teams as well as state, local, and federal agencies.
Now more than ever before, achieving rapid and accurate situational awareness is vital for law enforcement agencies across the country. Drones have quickly become the go-to tool for this critical application, with countless examples of this technology saving time and even lives.
From vehicle security to on scene command and control, our experts address attendees’ areas of concern
From “armadillos to zombies,” unified command tabletop exercises prepare public safety personnel for real-life mass casualty incidents
View this virtual tabletop webinar to help prepare you to respond to the next mass casualty incident in your jurisdiction
The discussion focused on the importance of high-quality leadership, training and mentoring of patrol officers and field personnel by their direct supervisors
How supported do officers and deputies feel by their first-line supervisors, chiefs and sheriffs? Experts discuss key findings from Police1’s State of the Industry survey
Hear how agencies can be the driver of change from panelists with decades of experience in public safety practice, innovation and technology.
Neuroscientist explains how brain anatomy and physiology influence decision-making in the stressful situations police officers regularly face
Answering key questions from attendees during this Police1 learning event
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Their maker, Visual Detection Systems, uses a novel plant-based formula to detect the deadly drug
Why effort alone won’t solve today’s staffing crisis
It facilitates speed, security and repeatable loadouts for today’s equipment-heavy vehicles
By partnering with local schools, law enforcement can help teach important life skills
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Police wives bear the silent burden of their husband’s service, sharing in both the pride and pain of the badge
When this source of struggle in your personal life is no longer an issue, you can be more effective on the job
By creating a budget, you can break the overtime cycle and give yourself a fighting chance to not only get your head above water, but to improve your financial wellbeing
Ensure your home is equipped with smoke/CO alarms, fire extinguishers, escape ladders and other vital safety products
Power outages can happen anytime. From flashlights to gas lanterns, discover versatile and reliable tools to keep your environment well-lit during emergencies.
Remember to prepare for the conditions you might find yourself outside in for several hours
Understanding how non-covered pensions reduce your Social Security benefits and what you might do about it could save you thousands of dollars
Improve the odds of retiring on your terms by taking advantage of other account and employment options
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