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.
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
Now more than ever, police officers need to see their work recognized and appreciated
Some first responders take the unique experience of serving the public into the political arena
Warrenton Police leaders hope the feedback will encourage officers to be more communicative
While SWAT and community policing naturally feels to be in conflict with each other that does not have to be the case
Police Chief Steve Drew says the sight of trash and abandoned vehicles gives the impression that no one cares and can increase crime
“We didn’t tell officers to stop arresting people, but officers felt like sometimes arrest was not a useful tool when trying to build trust in the community”
The report released Tuesday highlights community policing and engagement as areas still needing particular improvement
Read about one cop’s bittersweet honor, life-or-death decisions, creative community policing and more
Deputies will drive around in the “Mobile Video Game Theater” to neighborhoods where they can interact with kids in the community
An impressive performance by a police chief and his tech-savvy sidekick aims to show a lighter side of policing
Charleston PD says the mounted unit will be a great opportunity to connect with the community
How education and effective communication can improve both officer and community safety
Last year, Chief James White implemented a similar plan targeting the city’s “party atmosphere”
Oceanside police officers were on a mission to combat rising gas prices
One police officer is dancing her way into the heart of her community
Officer Marc Guillermo, who hails from Hawaii but now lives in California, is using his hidden talent to show a different side of policing
A former church gospel singer and a classically trained pianist were the perfect pair to win the hearts of their community
Ivy Jacobsen had a horrific childhood. At school, she befriended the school resource officer who would change her life
“It was a real bizarre call and scary time for her,” said Officer Nathan Kirby-Glatkowski. “I deeply wanted to get this woman to a hospital”
St. Paul community members will be able to discuss baseline qualifications
Atlas One allows police to send out immediate, targeted notifications to mobile devices that have the app
“We have to make an impact and show them we’re not the bad guys,” Sgt. Danny Pacheco said
Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel has made it his mission to become an honorary officer at as many police agencies as possible
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Sixth graders at Birney Elementary School will have the unique opportunity to take a class with a Fresno police officer
“The arrest ended up being the best thing that ever happened to me, honestly,” said Thomas Smith
Julie Parker speaks with PIO Dionne Waugh about the media communications surrounding a mass shooting that claimed the life of 10, including Officer Eric Talley
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Principal Dennis Green says while he initially had reservations, the officers have been well-received by the community
In a press conference, Chief Joseph Chacon rebuked a grand jury decision to charge 19 officers over conduct related to civil unrest in 2020
“Deputy Rodriguez made my day,” said Ouida Parish. “It means more than anyone could imagine”
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