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BREAKING NEWS
After briefings from police and the FBI, Mayor Katie Wilson said credible security concerns justify activating cameras near Seattle’s stadiums during tournament events
The suspect fled a traffic stop triggered by an ALPR hit, prompting a pursuit; after crashing his vehicle, he immediately fired multiple shots at officers
Lawrence Officer Ariel Cruz was taking the driver into custody for operating without a license and other warrants when a passenger jumped into the driver’s seat and drove away
Video shows one officer point his gun at another officer pulling up to his vehicle; as the officer in view secures his gun, the driving officer fires his gun, shooting the first officer
Capt. Paula Conaway alleged she was harassed and ultimately demoted from her position as deputy chief for insisting on accountability for officers under her command
“Our recruitment pipeline remains strong, and we are optimistic that continued efforts will bring us to or near full staffing,” Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard stated
The funding includes programs focused on hiring officers, improving school safety, supporting officer wellness, preparing for active shooter incidents and providing LE technology resources
Damage to the Missouri State Highway Patrol cruiser showed that the suspect had fired multiple shots, including one that flew through the cruiser’s passenger window
Carrollton Police Officer Dustin Krish had served the department since September, 2022; his agency remembered him as “courageous and faithful”
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Officers’ alleged ICE welfare check at schools reveals confusion over 287(g) and local authority limits
A viral video raises a bigger question for police leaders: How do warning signs of bias go unaddressed — and what should agencies do now?
From crime concerns to cultural signals, public support for policing is rebounding
Incidents across multiple states point to recurring issues with overtime, supervision and internal controls
A confrontation with a non-compliant semi-truck driver highlights the dangers officers face when engaging drivers inside running vehicles and why an exit strategy matters
As tensions escalate overseas, local agencies may face heightened risks from lone-actor attacks, soft-target threats and possible cyber retaliation
PRODUCT NEWS
The drone fleet is intended to respond to respond to calls before officers arrive and help police survey the situation and collect evidence ahead of time
Platform simplifies in-vehicle ecosystems for specialty fleets while unlocking real-time data insights across vehicles, devices, and infrastructure
The eight new drones are designed to arrive at scenes faster than patrol vehicles and provide real-time aerial intelligence to responding officers
The proposal would bar agencies receiving federal highway funds from using automated license plate readers for anything other than toll collection
Troy police leaders had backed the mayor’s emergency order to keep funding the Flock Safety program, describing the cameras as essential investigative tools
Officers in the unit will work in tandem with the FBI at upcoming FIFA World Cup events in New York and New Jersey in June and July
The episode of “The Joe Rogan Experience” explored how agencies use automated license plate readers to investigate violent crime, stolen vehicles and missing persons cases
Mayor Kirk Watson called on other city officials to reconsider their cancellation of the Flock Safety program after three suspects fired shots across 12 locations, injuring four
Video shows Kern County deputies using deadly force against a suspect who opened fire during an eviction attempt, killing Tulare County Detective Randy Hoppert
As law enforcement agencies continue adopting connected technologies, maintaining secure communications and protecting sensitive operational data have become essential priorities