Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Find COVID-19 breaking news, what first responders need to know about the novel coronavirus, and tips for public safety leaders in how to prepare for and educate the public on the coronavirus here on Police1.
“Without mandating the vaccine when it becomes available, we will not be able to provide the service to our community.”
Share your thoughts on LEOs’ ethical obligation to be vaccinated for COVID-19
Police1 asked LEOs to weigh in on COVID-19 vaccination mandates, ethical obligations and whether they will be vaccinated
The report said disciplinary action could be passed-down if the New York state mandate to wear face coverings when social distancing is not maintained
Mr. President, may this time be a period of rest, reflection and renewal as you lead the nation during the COVID-19 national emergency
President Trump tweets that he and the first lady are entering quarantine
The deaths of fire, law enforcement, corrections and EMS leaders and personnel will have a decades-long impact on department operations, safety and capability
A co-author of the study says the reason for the uptick could be a mix of two variables: widespread civil unrest and the pandemic
The bill includes $436B in funds to help state, local governments avoid layoffs of first responders, teachers and healthcare workers
From enforcing health and safety guidelines to virtually engaging with students, university police departments face many new challenges during the pandemic
College and university police, public safety and security departments must remain vigilant about accurate crime reporting
A Massachusetts school is delaying its hybrid in-person learning after a student hosted a party in violation of COVID-19 rules
First responders will be presumed to have contracted COVID-19 on-duty if there is an outbreak at their workplace
The Summit Police Department is partnering with a local shopping association to promote mask-wearing among students, the police chief said
The findings of a recent survey reveal a profession that is deeply suffering under the weight of the events of this year
Leaders must not assume that the stoicism and strength shown by their officers is a sustainable strategy for wellness
Lieutenant Yvan Pierrelouis spent 75 days comatose on a ventilator
CopLine and Cop2Cop offer 24/7 confidential support from trained helpline workers
The National Police Foundation in collaboration with the DOJ published key findings from COVID-19 LODD data
Several states saw a doubling in the number of tickets issued for speeds exceeding 100 mph compared to the same period last year
LAPD responded to the same residence twice in a week to issue citations for parties with hundreds of guests
The nation’s leading resource for law enforcement pivots to keep supporters engaged during the COVID-19 pandemic
The man allegedly came up behind several Walmart customers, hugged them and said ‘You now have COVID,’ police say
Officials say the breach may have leaked the names and addresses of those who tested positive for the virus
The police have an opportunity to protect the public from misinformation, as well as enforce the law to protect public health and public safety
Violators could be charged with a gross misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $5,000 and up to one year in jail, the release said
The new vehicles would be outfitted to more safely transport subjects with signs or symptoms of COVID-19
The law extends death benefits to public safety officers who die as a result of COVID-19
“When you are on-duty/working as my employee and representing my Office – masks will not be worn,” the sheriff wrote in an email
The distraction of COVID may overshadow other school safety concerns at a time when tensions and mental health issues are increasing
As training and events move to an online experience, follow these tips to maximize your socially distanced education and networking
The tribe’s checkpoint rules say non-residents driving non-commercial out-of-state vehicles are never allowed through the reservation
Police responded to shut down the party, which had between 300 and 400 attendees
