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Few forces are shaping law enforcement like video
Many officers fail to get the training they need to be truly proficient with their firearms
Officers pursued Garrett Nelson Brooks after he robbed a store and carjacked a person
The newest body camera is geared toward people in other professions with liabilities like delivery men and appraisers
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The large man pushed the officer into something sharp, causing him to bleed ‘profusely’
The woman crashed into several vehicles in the cruiser before she was stopped and taken to be evaluated for mental illness
A suspect fired a sawed off shot gun, hitting both officers in the legs
Ryan Rivard was driving around 100 mph when he smashed into officer Tracy Liska’s squad car
Several men came across the cruiser in flames in a ditch and worked to get the officer to safety
Since 2012, cars opening doors and hitting cyclists are no longer considered collisions and aren’t counted
Today’s peace officer or concealed carry holder has the choice of some truly excellent pistols that are perfect for backup or off-duty carry
Police say because the gun was in a holster to accommodate an attached flashlight, the trigger was more accessible
The new generation of quick-on, quick-off WMLs offer extra visibility in a handy holster-fitted form
A sure recipe for disaster is putting a new piece of safety equipment into service without proper training — this is especially true of weapon-mounted lights
A U.K. Ministry of Defence spokesman said those found guilty of assault will face disciplinary action
The man intervened when he saw an officer being attacked by the woman she was trying to arrest
The officers struck the man with a baton and sprayed him with pepper spray but neither affected the man
Officer Derek Johnson was investigating a parked vehicle when the driver opened fire
The officer was bitten while apprehending a robber, who was shot in the arm by police
The player is charged with attempted murder after fighting with the officer and knocking him unconscious
A Hispanic man approached the officer and tried ripping off her clothes then ran away
The trooper was wary of police impersonators after several recent carjackings had occurred in the state
Frank Garcia, believed to be high on drugs, was punching car windows then stabbed himself 3 times before attacking the K-9
