Greg Friese, MS, NRP

From the Editorial Director

Greg Friese, MS, NRP, is the Lexipol Editorial Director, leading the efforts of the editorial team on Police1, FireRescue1, Corrections1, EMS1 and Gov1. Greg has a bachelor's degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and a master's degree from the University of Idaho. He is an educator, author, paramedic and runner. Greg is a three-time Jesse H. Neal award winner, the most prestigious award in specialized journalism, and 2018 and 2020 Eddie Award winner for best Column/Blog. Ask questions or submit article ideas to Greg by emailing him at gfriese@lexipol.com and connect with him on LinkedIn.

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Is Memphis setting a new standard for response to and investigation of in-custody death?
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The department, sheriff’s office and state bureau of investigation have steadily released information about the arrest and death of Tyre Nichols as the community and nation braces for the release of bodycam video
NTOA: Make better decisions using these key concepts
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They are meant for daily and critical decision-making and apply to officers, supervisors and managers in patrol and special operations
NTOA: How to prepare your department for active shooter training and response
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Tactical teams need to use their experience and expertise to train and prepare patrol officers, fire and EMS co-responders for active shooter incident response
11 ways to invest a lateral transfer bonus
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Before you let those lateral transfer dollars burn a hole in your pocket, consider how to best invest in your financial security, on-duty safety or well-being
Sadness: My enduring Sandy Hook emotion
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10 years later, we continue to grieve, reflect on the power of resilience, and appreciate our first responders
Not buying officers an IFAK is penny foolish
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Two Ohio police officers should be commended for saving a suspect’s life with a chest seal they purchased, but this shouldn’t be the norm or the expectation
Rapid response: What are the risks to recruits when training in public?
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After a wrong-way driver struck 25 LASD recruits on a training run, LE leaders and instructors should study this incident and consider changes to recruit training activities
Letter to the American public: Appreciate our first responders every day
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These are challenging times to be a first responder; your support is welcome and appreciated
IACP 2022: Products for recruitment, retention, officer safety and force multiplication
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The gigantic exhibit hall showcases products and technology aimed to improve officer efficiency and safety
IACP 2022: Are officers really ‘leaving in droves’?
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In a new study, fewer than 20% of officers reported seeking work outside of policing; however, recruitment and retention continues to challenge departments
IACP 2022: How virtual reality can reduce profiling in policing
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Dutch Police developed a simulation game for officers to complete a series of tasks, including detecting a person “demonstrating deviant behavior”
IACP 2022: How mindset can compromise situational intelligence
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Stress-reduction techniques are critical to law enforcement officers interpreting and applying data from real-time policing sensors and sources
NTOA: 14 barricaded suspect response tips from LAPD SWAT
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Consider these tips to update tactical team training and procedures for barricaded suspects and hostage rescue operations in your jurisdiction
NTOA: How to maximize the capabilities of SWAT drones
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Drones can provide invaluable intelligence and tactical assistance to SWAT teams before they enter structures
IACP 2022: How law enforcement can work effectively with the media
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Yes, police chiefs and PIOs can build trusting relationships with local and national media that are beneficial to the department and the community they serve
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