Domestic Disturbance

COVID-19 crisis: Looking back 1 year later

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A look at the pandemic’s impact on law enforcement

South Carolina police officer killed in shooting

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A second officer was also injured during the response to a domestic disturbance call

Policing drones are on the rise, but can they share information fast enough?

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LETS Corporation

3 officers share how one video streaming app is changing the game

LEO Near Miss: Take full advantage of time before going hands-on

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If given the option, always choose to slow things down until backup arrives

LEO Near Miss: Domestic suspect could have ambushed officers at any time

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'Had he wanted us dead, we would be.'

Man shot after attacking deputy with machete, officials say

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The deputy suffered several injuries to his upper body

Texas city commissioner killed in gun battle with police

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Commissioner Gabriel Salinas opened fire on police who were responding to a domestic disturbance call at his home

Texas deputy shot while responding to domestic disturbance

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A man pulled a handgun and shot the deputy in the stomach; deputies returned fire and fatally shot the man

Tenn. deputy shot responding to domestic disturbance call

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Deputy Eric McMillian was shot by a man barricaded inside a bedroom

Responding to domestic violence calls during COVID-19

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How to maximize your odds for a safe and effective response

Chief: Man ambushed 3 Texas officers in his home, killing 1

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The man was wearing body armor and waiting to ambush the officers when they arrived at his home in response to a domestic violence call

The dangers of domestic disturbance calls

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According to DOJ data, domestic disturbance calls are not just dangerous, they are the most dangerous calls that police officers respond to. In this tip, risk management expert and Lexipol co-founder Gordon Graham shares some best practices for improving officer safety on these calls.

Get more tips from Gordon here.