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.
A detailed analysis of the Uvalde incident unveils critical flaws in active shooter response, offering vital insights for law enforcement agencies nationwide
“It’s our responsibility to decriminalize mental illness,” says Sheriff Kalvin Barrett
Strategies for effective information dissemination and maintaining public trust during major incidents
With schools closed, many SROs have been reassigned, but staying in touch with students is still important
Chief Robert Frankland is taking on a position his late father held for six years
While preliminary data shows no significant change in overdose numbers, one agency describes how stay-at-home orders have impacted overdose locations and outreach efforts
The arrestee belongs to a group urging resistance to government COVID-19 restrictions
COVID-19 has led to the police finding themselves in the unenviable position of enforcing edicts that restrict basic behaviors and unalienable rights
Officers will use the checkpoints to verbally inform residents about the stay-at-home order in place citywide
Five Finger Death Punch guitarist Zoltan Bathory extended financial assistance to the family of Trooper Sgt. Ben Jenkins
“It puts an undue danger on the officers. I’m not one to shy away from police work, but at this particular time, it doesn’t seem like it’s a reasonable thing to do”
Face coverings present unique challenges for law enforcement that involve varying laws, public concern, health issues and officer safety
Each city patrol district will have one daily checkpoint to ‘show a strong police presence’ in violent areas and inform residents of COVID-19 risks
Officer Richie Plunkett works on the front line with homeless and disadvantaged individuals to help them get resources during COVID-19
Communications from public safety agencies can be a source of reassurance during this perilous time
Police departments are instituting new measures to help stop the spread of COVID-19 while working under unclear directives from state leaders
The quarantine was initially voluntary, but necessitated police enforcement after citizens were still coming and going
The department has responded to nearly 2,000 calls about social gatherings during a time when 14% of officers are quarantined due to the COVID-19 pandemic
Bobby Edwards was arrested at the Honolulu airport for landing in the city without anywhere to stay despite self-quarantine orders for all travelers
City councilmembers, law enforcement and other authorities have repeatedly had to dismiss groups of people gathering in defiance of the city’s stay-home order
Learn how COVID-19 has impacted law enforcement and corrections personnel and how public safety has adjusted its response
Officials are leaving lights on nighttime settings to help disrupt traffic patterns and keep an increased number of pedestrians and cyclists safe
Understanding how people process crisis events will enable first responders to more effectively communicate with communities
Officer Mai Grover selected one of her favorite books to share with elementary school students via Facebook Live
The homeowner hosting the show was charged with disorderly conduct for hosting the gathering of 30 people
Officers responding to homes where tracking devices are needed have raised concerns about the lack of PPE available to them
Law enforcement officers say their fear for their safety has increased as departmental PPE reserves continue to be depleted and confirmed cases rise
Despite limits on public gatherings, some faith leaders have persisted in holding services, raising questions about how, or if, enforcement should be done
The department first asked the public for ‘voluntary compliance,’ during COVID-19 pandemic, now will give one warning before issuing a citation
Officers will respond to tips from residents and will only cite or arrest individuals as a last resort, officials said
Sheriff Daryl Wheeler posted a letter on the office’s Facebook page asking the governor to reconsider the statewide order
Several law enforcement agencies have advised residents with COVID-19 to post notices on their homes
Police are arresting and citing business owners for violating orders shuttering all nonessential businesses
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