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.
There is nothing more effective for building trust than personal, positive contacts between the police and those they protect and serve
What are the most common daily activities that officers do to fuel a negative image?
Training members of the public in de-escalation techniques could decrease the risk to officers, the public and individuals in crisis
Experts interpret the results of Police1’s State of the Industry survey and implications for the future law enforcement workforce
Two Marines continue to fight for their fellow veterans by striving to end homelessness in Broward County, Fla.
The court noted that, given the mass murder at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School, “any reasonable officer [would] be on heightened alert for copycat crimes”
Mount Prospect Police Chief John Koziol defended the patch saying it is a “slap in the face” to officers when people say the flag is a symbol of hate
Officer Dan Johnson said he knew exactly how the boy was feeling, having had a bike stolen as a kid himself
The reports touch on aspects of civilian oversight, including budgets, community outreach and the role of law enforcement agencies
Despite fewer cars on the road due to COVID-related shutdowns, the national trend has been higher incidents of speeding and fatalities
When someone stole their tip jar, Katelyn and Elias were devastated. Luckily, local first responders were in the mood for lemonade
Officer Thomas had bought the shoes months earlier for a moment just like this
Addressing the impact of organized and rampant retail theft on California and beyond
A woman who lost her wedding rings in the sand was worried they were gone for good
Agencies should have solid policies and procedures in place to ensure the proper operation of their UAS program
Reflecting on the decision of the Associated Press to no longer name people charged with minor crimes
Police1’s State of the Industry survey offers key findings upon which we can engage the community, and each other, for action
A viral moment between a Pennsylvania police department and a local deli gave everyone a chuckle
Police in small-town North Carolina are urging young people to stop this “potentially deadly game”
A proactive approach can take the sting out of new legislation and spike in public records requests
Our monthly roundup of cops doing good across the nation
City officials said the program is off to a good start and is expected to expand
The NYPD beekeeping team is all the buzz lately after it removed multiple swarms from Times Square
“It is a false choice between community-led solutions and police officers,” Mayor Jenny Durkan said. “We need both.”
After Julianna’s father died in 2018, local law enforcement promised to lend their support
A statewide directive calls on police agencies to protect certain personal information, but not everyone is on board
Use this process to better connect and engage with the communities you serve
Responding to law enforcement Freedom of Information Act requests requires carefully balancing transparency against privacy
Many cities are piloting programs that take police officers out of certain duties such as mental health response
It isn’t the software alone that makes these programs successful – that’s up to the power of your community outreach
Cities across the nation are using American Rescue Plan dollars to boost public safety
Since 1992, the Long Island Police Appreciation Run has raised funds for law enforcement officers and their families
These tips will help your department successfully conduct a community review board on police policy to build trust and enhance safety