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While officials report no credible threats, major police agencies are increasing patrols at religious, diplomatic and community sites as a precaution
Kristi Noem will take on a new role tied to the “Special Envoy for The Shield of the Americas,” a new security initiative that President Trump said would focus on the Western Hemisphere
The suspect fled and later rammed patrol vehicles during a confrontation with Akron police and Summit County sheriff’s deputies before he was shot
As officers were working to apprehend a suspect in a vehicle’s passenger seat, the driver tried to flee, striking one officer with the vehicle and carrying another inside the car
Troopers will now be equipped with TASER 10, which deploys individual barbs that can be targeted individually to different parts of the subject’s body
Ex-San Diego County Deputy Aaron Richard Russell was convicted of depriving Nicholas Bils of his rights under color of law and discharging a firearm in relation to a crime of violence
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How agencies can strengthen security, streamline access and meet CJIS 6.0 requirements without disrupting operations
Axon’s integrated network will handle threats from above and around event venues
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As demonstrations persist, a new lock can help protect the valuable and dangerous contents of police vehicles in the crossfire
OFF DUTY
Appendix carry — carrying a concealed handgun near or on the centerline of the body — takes some getting used to (a really good holster helps!)
Although Sidney Dean Porter was sentenced to life in prison for his brutal murder of Officer Frank Ward of the John Day (Ore.) Police Department, he has being given the opportunity to apply for parole
The stacking entry method serves as a metaphor for what we need to do for each other on a daily basis
I’m sure we could come up with a hundred other traits that make a good street cop, but for now, take these few words of wisdom and be safe out there
Years ago, when I was still out on patrol, a long-haired guy from a “motorcycle gang” taught me a lesson about appearances sometimes being deceiving
The saying ‘a cop is never really off-duty’ has never been more true
Milking calls for service, eclipsing your allotted time on breaks and being a safety liability at the firing range are some of the faux pas cops should avoid
The photo of my family taped to the back of my badge is a constant reminder that I need to perform my duties the right way, the safe way, every day
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