Detectives Victor Lemus, Joshua Kelley-Eklund and William Osborn were killed in the explosion, the deadliest incident in LASD’s 150-year history
The administrative leave follows separate congressional and federal investigations into claims that D.C. crime reports were misclassified to lower reported crime rates
Officers made two calls for an ambulance before transporting the 22-year-old themselves during a medical emergency
Customs and Border Protection stated that Sean M. McDonough, 48, was participating in water training with the marine unit when he suffered a medical episode
“Denver’s ban on commonly owned semi-automatic rifles directly violates the right to bear arms,” acting Attorney General Todd Blanche stated
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Law enforcement leaders share strategies for building robust, diverse and highly efficient law enforcement agencies
A legal and practical perspective
Addressing the critical issues of cardiac health for police officers
Addressing a leading cause of line-of-duty deaths
Evolving from community skepticism to buy-in
Challenges of the opioid epidemic
Making drone technology more accessible
Gain a comprehensive overview of the current state of research on de-escalation tactics and techniques, and how this research informs training in law enforcement
Key findings from the Verizon Frontline Public Safety Communications survey
On-demand webinar: Old challenges, new solutions: Using technology for police recruitment and hiring
Current trends and what the future holds
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Axon’s integrated network will handle threats from above and around event venues
Evidence preserved at the scene, combined with AI-powered analysis, helped investigators crack a 38-year-old case
How agencies can strengthen security, streamline access and meet CJIS 6.0 requirements without disrupting operations
Reduce investigative delays by connecting officers, analysts and investigators in real time
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Rahul Sidhu shares what agencies must know about building sustainable DFR programs — and why connectivity and AI will drive the next phase
OFF DUTY
You are not going to change or save the world, but you will make a difference in the lives of individuals who need you at a moment’s notice
A healthy retirement for officers doesn’t just happen — it requires planning from day one for the next chapter of your life, both on and off the job
Dr. Alexis Artwohl challenges widely held misconceptions about police work with research-backed facts
Don’t let victim thinking undermine your warrior spirit and sabotage your aspirations for peak performance
From practical tools to fun finds, these gifts celebrate the dedication and spirit of SWAT culture without breaking the bank
Don’t feel bad if your New Year’s resolutions didn’t last long because the calendar is full of opportunities for a new beginning, a do-over, or a fresh start
There is more than one way to make an impact on your friends’ and neighbors’ wellbeing
Why do police marriages feel like navigating a high-speed pursuit? The answer might surprise you
With over 500 published articles on Police1, retired officer Dan Marcou’s voice continues to guide and inspire the law enforcement community
Check out these classic comedy sketches involving police officers and detectives
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