Command Staff - Chiefs / Sheriffs
The Command Staff - Chiefs / Sheriffs topic gives police leadership news and information to help them lead their troops. This topic also gives the patrol officer an avenue to prepare themselves for a rise through the ranks.
The Tijuana attack reveals a growing transnational threat — and the urgent need to modernize how state and local agencies acquire counter-UAS tools
Guidance for law enforcement agencies to stay compliant, meet submission deadlines and safeguard federal funds while DOJ systems are offline
Frustration over rigid systems and lack of trust reveals how bureaucracy can erode morale and purpose — and what leaders can do to change that
“Just this week alone, I’ve had a patrol car damaged, I’ve had two officers, deputies, that were trying to be run over by smuggler drivers. This is every day down here,” Sheriff Mark Dannels said
The deputy’s actions “far exceeded any justifiable and reasonable use of force under the circumstances,” Johnston County Sheriff Steve Bizzell said in the termination letter
Chief Chad McCluskey discusses how culture, trust and respect are the foundation for officer retention
Each year, the NLEOMF presents awards to departments who are committed to increasing officer wellness and reducing line-of-duty deaths or injuries
Dark Horse Coffee Company will donate half the proceeds from “Judd Java” to expand Polk County’s K-9 unit
The Indian River County Sheriff’s Office said that harvesting saw palmetto berries illegally is dangerous because it often involves trespassing on private land
“I’ve stood over too many bodies to ignore how our community is being harmed, not only by violence, but by its response to that violence,” Sheriff T.K. Waters said
One Mustang Mach-E will be used as a supervisor’s vehicle and the other will be taken on patrol
Superintendent Snelling “has the experience and the respect of his peers to help ensure the safety and well-being of all city residents,” Mayor Johnson said
Paterson PD has seen a 57% reduction in murders and a 32% decline in shootings; robbery, rape and aggravated assault numbers are similarly down, officials say
“This destructive and illegal behavior cannot and will not be tolerated in our city,” Mayor Jim Kenney said
William Anthony Spivey pleaded guilty to 14 felonies and one misdemeanor after he was accused of stealing confiscated weapons and selling them to friends
Chief Philip Lukens has a simple goal: Allow computers to do computer work and humans to do human work
Discussion, not diversion: A police leader’s guide to combatting the proliferation of ‘whataboutism’
It’s a rhetorical distraction that prevents making progress on key public safety challenges
Chief Joseph Cecile recorded videos of himself to build trust with the suspect; the videos were texted to the suspect and hours later, the standoff was over
Chief Tom Wetzel discusses the importance of fostering a servant guardian mindset, value-based behaviors and collaborative decision-making
“It’s time for me to hang it up, so I won’t run again,” said Sheriff Cullen Talton, who was first elected in 1972
Robert “Bob” Day joined the Police Bureau as a patrol officer in April 1990 and climbed the ranks until being appointed former Chief Outlaw’s deputy chief
The 185 firearms that are unaccounted for are a mix of guns that were part of the Sheriff’s Office’s arsenal and weapons that were confiscated from people
The suspect knocked the officer down, pinning him on the ground
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office would also have retention bonuses of $5,000, $10,000 or $15,000, based upon years of service, as well as a $5,000 new hire incentive
Baldwin County Sheriff Bill Massee tried to reassure concerned citizens after Grady EMS declined to renew its contract with the county
The suspects recorded the killing of retired Bell Police Chief Andreas Probst on video, which was provided to the police by an SRO
One of the trickiest parts of police public relations is understanding the gap between police culture and the world of the average citizen
“Whatever happened today, it can be fixed. Don’t pull the trigger,” a deputy said as he calmly spoke to the teen who was pointing a gun at his head
Retired Bell Police Chief Andreas Probst is remembered for his big heart and his welcoming nature that made any stranger feel at home
“A tired officer is an officer who’s not at peak performance and our jobs are extremely serious,” Miami Police Chief Manuel Morales said
HPD officers will no longer pursue drivers suspected of Class C offenses, including minor traffic violations and theft, according to the new policy
How transparent communication and a culture of growth can overcome gatekeeping and boost operational efficiency in law enforcement
The “Reimagine Policing Plan” focuses less on incarceration and has a greater emphasis on community engagement
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