Ex-Sangamon County Deputy Sean Grayson testified he did not believe a TASER would be effective against Massey and his gun was “the only thing [he] had to stop the threat”
Officers who protected civilians, returned fire under attack and led high-impact operations were recognized at the Roll Call of Heroes
Shenandoah Police Officer Patrick Reade calmly de-escalated a life-threatening situation after the girl bailed out of a car while en route to receive mental health treatment
NASRO stated that in normal school life, phones can amplify fights and bullying; in emergencies, phones can distract students from critical instructions
San Bernardino Deputy Andrew Nunez, a six-year employee of the department, was fatally shot while responding to a call of an armed suspect
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UPCOMING & ON-DEMAND EVENTS
How to position FY26 applications for defensibility, alignment and sustainability
Empowering investigators to focus on judgment, strategy and justice
Learn to communicate your agency’s needs and avoid gaps that stall funding
Cut login delays and boost officer safety: Modernize access without slowing down the mission
How early caller context can transform dispatch, RTCC awareness and field safety
Prevent in-the-field failures with standardized, app-based vehicle inspections
First-year police chiefs share the strategies, surprises and lessons that shaped their first 12 months in command — with takeaways that apply to any leader stepping into a new role
Explore how to align your agency’s plans with funding opportunities related to national celebrations and large-scale event needs
You can’t control the chaos — but you can train the brain that faces it. Learn how to build decision-making that holds under pressure
Turning fragmented theft data into prosecutable evidence
Generative AI is emerging in police work. Join chiefs exploring how to harness its potential while addressing the challenges of oversight and trust
Gain insights into investigative methods that ensure accuracy, consistency and courtroom-ready results
INDUSTRY INSIGHTS
Designed to eliminate docks and delays, Oracle’s new bodycam automatically uploads video, links it to cases and helps rural agencies modernize fast
With the launch of Assist Chat on SVX, Assisted Narrative and a new drone dispatch integration, the company aims to simplify communication, improve accuracy and strengthen officer safety across the field
The MX908 handheld mass spectrometer and VipIR 3-in-1 bulk analyzer help law enforcement and corrections personnel make faster, defensible drug identifications – and stay ahead of an evolving fentanyl crisis
Setina’s electronic SmartBelt buckles quickly and locks automatically
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Ohio DPS Director Andy Wilson on how intelligence-led policing, statewide resources and transparency with courts are helping agencies target violent criminals
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There have been occasions right here on Police1 that a comment has been posted we felt might be harmful to the person posting — we delete those whenever we find them
When a patrol platoon or shift is meshing together in harmony, people notice, including superior officers — sometimes even top brass
Be creative in developing firearms drills that enable you to practice technically- and tactically-sound skills
When a police officer is thrust into the fight of his or her life, the outcome will not decide who gets a Super Bowl ring, but who lives and dies
The Rapid Medical Response: Self-Aid and Buddy-Aid for Patrol Officers course taught by working paramedics, several of whom have military medic training and/or Tactical Emergency Medical Services (TEMS) experience
When all you’ve got is a hammer, everything looks like a nail
The COVRT M4 takes the covert rifle bag to a new level and does a good job of looking more like a sports bag rather than a rifle bag
I’m recommitting myself to getting as much high-quality training as possible so I can become an even more effective partner to American police officers
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