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.
Author and NYPD Detective Investigator Adrian Goodwin has one goal: to foster a positive perception of police among the youngest members of the community
The shifting perceptions of law enforcement in the US
The El Mirage PD uses a cloud-based case management software to provide information and support services to victims impacted by violence and trauma
Some local government leaders concluded the national spotlight on criminal activity overshadowed the positive things happening in their hometowns
Tommy Dellinger embarked on a 2,300-mile trek, which began in California in early September
After a young girl lost most of her belongings, including her prized bike, several Arizona deputies knew they had to make her day a little brighter
When a Tennessee officer noticed a stranded woman in a wheelchair, he knew he had to help
A police officer in Cincinnati was surprised to learn he’ll be taking a trip to Minnesota in February
Gloria Adekilekun, whose son has terminal cancer, has been preparing for the worst for months, but the Dallas PD recently offered her a rare ray of sunshine
When the only contact we have with a large segment of our society is when we are “hookin’ and bookin,’” it is no surprise the public doesn’t trust us
How can you prepare your report, and yourself, for your next DUI testimony?
Fort Collins Police Services is part of a Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award-winning city with collaborative leadership centered on citizen involvement
Officers collected donated presents for a family and delivered more than 100 gifts to them Saturday
For 21 years, one elderly woman has been showing her support for the Denver PD, so when she needed some support herself, the officers decided to answer the call
The computer-based simulator can train everyone from teachers to first responders on how to react to an active shooter scenario
Officer Gerardo Guardiola’s home was destroyed on Christmas Eve when a fire tore through the brick structure
Five months ago, while being rushed in an ambulance, Sgt. David White thought he was a dead man after being shot four times
Drivers were surprised when troopers doing “Santa Stops” handed them $100 instead of a traffic ticket
Officer Danny McWilliams gifted a therapy dog to the family of Officer Matt Edwards, who died after being shot six times
Cynicism, just like bitterness, can be a personality cancer and ruin your ability to experience true joy and engage in significant relationships
A look ahead at the challenges for law enforcement in 2018
After officers caught the two suspect who led a police pursuit, they found the firefighter’s stolen gear while searching the suspects’ vehicle
What can sometimes get lost in the countless moments of bravery are the numerous small acts of kindness cops do every day
Quiet Warrior Jennifer Maddox was recognized for her efforts to curb violence in the city’s South Side
Officer Jamie Brantley’s supervisors said the LEO “instilled a glimmer of hope” in someone who made a desperate call for help
TyLon Pittman, 5, took action to prevent the Grinch from stealing his Christmas
The CBOB honors those in law enforcement who have engaged in exceptional acts of bravery while in the line of duty
The four Port Authority officers helped distribute 1,000 toys at an event in Newark on Saturday
After the Middletown PD shared the family’s tragedy and asked for the community’s help, donations flooded the department within hours of the request
Trooper Ned Moultrie said the event not only gives children Christmas gifts, it also helps build trust between the community and law enforcement
Department spokeswoman Anjanette Flowers Grube said that anytime a citizen goes out of their way to thank an LEO, it “moves us beyond words”
Sandi Harber collected more than 100 cards from community members to thank those who reacted quickly to the fatal shooting
When Tonawanda police respond to a car accident, fire or crime that’s left a child traumatized, they’ll have teddy bears on hand to comfort the youngsters