As one St. Paul officer exited the cruiser, the other fired through the windshield when the armed man pointed a gun at them
Brooklyn Center police and firefighters worked together to contain the fire, which required 30,000 gallons of water to suppress
SoToxa tests for cocaine, opiates, methamphetamine, amphetamines, benzodiazepines and THC via a saliva swab
The man, who had refused mental health help days earlier, told deputies “don’t miss” and advanced with a knife despite repeated commands to stop
The cards feature a photo of the Oviedo officer, a brief profile of their work assignment and a fun fact about themselves, as well as the officer’s personal motto
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Police1 launches What Cops Want in 2026 survey
This year’s survey examines what officers experience during a patrol shift — from call load and backup availability to reporting time and proactive policing opportunities. The goal is to build a clearer picture of the modern patrol environment and provide insights that can inform conversations about staffing, training, technology and operational strategy across the law enforcement profession. Take the survey today!
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The link between reduced burnout, improved retention and smarter workflows
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Why minimizing distractions, reducing roadside time and using connected workflows can help officers stay focused when it matters most
The PTT switch attaches directly to the controller
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As evidence moves between crime scenes, storage and forensic review, electronic management systems help strengthen accountability and protect case integrity at every handoff
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Two police use of force experts examine the real-world consequences of restricting less-lethal tools and what it means for officer safety and protest policing
OFF DUTY
Here’s what a handful of Police1 columnists, contributors, and contacts had to say about the recently ‘wrapped’ International Law Enforcement Educators and Trainers Association (ILEETA) conference
DOT says that 40 percent of all vehicle collisions occur in intersections — here are 12 tips, thoughts, and techniques to consider as you drive through the crossroads
For a rural cop, the same on-duty issues still exist off duty, such as: how long will it be until backup arrives?
The time to start thinking about your finances as they relate to your children is before they’re even born
The best workouts for tactical fitness combine agility, endurance, balance and strength
The LCR, a radical new snubnose .38, seems like something out of Buck Rogers, and when you read the list of ingredients, it seems even more space age
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Officer Brian Walker of the Sevierville (Tenn.) Police Department will compete on “American Idol”
What employer wants to hire a 50-year-old person new to a profession? Not many, unless you take steps right now to secure your future.
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