Community Policing
The Community Policing topic covers efforts by agencies and officers to partner with other branches of local government as well as non-governmental organizations to reduce crime and increase the quality of life for law-abiding citizens.
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In today’s environment, proactive officers who embrace the 95 percenter mindset are essential to restoring public trust and making a meaningful impact on community safety
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Community members receive a link to a survey that asks questions like “Did the officer treat you with respect?” and “Did you receive the services you needed?”
During her stops at various PDs, Sophia Richards gave cards to officers that said, “Be strong and courageous for the Lord will be with you wherever you go”
The teen, who suffered burns to 80% of his body during a fire, got to experience being an officer while inspiring Houston PD members along the way
Years before, the dispatch recruit ran away from home and the officer returned her back to her residence safely, while having a heart-to-heart that stuck with her
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“Users have commented and noticed an increase in scammers and catfishers preying on commenters,” the department said
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“It activates the community as a whole to be vigilant and to take care of not only themselves but their neighbors,” an officer said
Young women between the ages of 14 and 18 walked through various virtual training scenarios to experience a day in the life of a police officer
A spate of recent kudos has shined a spotlight on the efforts of LEOs to serve their community
Teens are breaking windows and starting Kia’s with a screwdriver and USB cable before showing them driving in the stolen car
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The man told officers he didn’t own any other clothes to replace those he had outgrown
Magic is part of an equine therapy group called Gentle Carousel, which organizes visits for veterans and first responders experiencing traumatic events
Thousands of faith-based partners helped illustrate how law enforcement and communities can come together to perfect policing
For the month of November, Livermore police officers have the option to wear western attire as an alternate uniform and donate money toward a great cause
In the program, a social work intern from Western Carolina University is placed in a local PD to serve as a community service liaison
“It’s something about his spirit that grabbed onto me. I was like, I gotta help this brother out. He’s one of our own.”
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More than 30 girls received hands-on instruction and learned how to use equipment that police and fire use every day
In 2000, the officer found a 6-week-old baby in a drug den and got her to safety, inspiring her to become a woman in blue
The program allows youth to interact with officers to increase cultural awareness and receive guidance on career prep and responsible decision-making
Sophia King also wants the police department’s work schedule compressed to address concerns officers do not have adequate time off
The survey and the later discussions about the results have helped police identify specific problems and improve the way they respond to issues
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
“A lot of the officers wanted to have beards, and as an administrator, I’m just trying to change with the times,” said New Ulm Police Chief Dave Borchert
The program helps justice-involved transitional-aged youth from 16 to 24 experiencing homelessness and mental health or substance abuse disorders
Spider-Man, Captain America and Wolverine surprised the children when they made an impromptu appearance outside their windows
“I establish trust by being consistent, starting with a phone call, visiting their schools, going to events – it’s about consistency.”
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