Event Security
Report identifies preventable failures in communication, planning, execution and leadership on and before July 13 incident
Optimal safety at mass gatherings requires breaking through silos and collaborating effectively
A critical examination of the lapses in security that allowed a shooter to target former President Trump
The gunman, identified as Thomas Matthew Crooks, 20, fired multiple shots at the stage from an “elevated position outside of the rally venue”
The Trump campaign thanked law enforcement and other first responders in a statement and said “he is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility”
San Diego Police Chief Scott Wahl argued it’s a decision that can’t wait, especially if the technology is going to be in place before Pride week
“We are always here to help any agency as best we can with the resources available,” Lincolnwood Police Chief Jay Parrott said
“Officer indifference may have compromised the awareness, planning and response to Brooklyn Day prior to the large crowds arriving,” department leaders wrote in the report
The Georgia Police Officer Training and Standards Council voted to increase training for new LEOs, adding topics such as election security, crisis intervention and extremist groups
The cost of public safety for NFL games increased due to a 2018 public safety audit and a 2020 officer pay increase to double time for security details
This “eyes in the sky” equipment helps boost safety for community members
This versatile surveillance solution provides lasting benefits
A Deschutes County deputy was one of at least three people injured when a bull jumped out of the ring at the Sisters Rodeo
With the right people, policies, training and supervision in place, we can best handle whatever may come our way during these events
For anyone protecting major events, the known threats are easy to track, but the unknowns manifest in blind spots that can cause unwanted surprises
Gov. Kathy Hochul dispatched the state police to provide event security after the agencies touched by the loss of two officers expressed concerns about being able to provide adequate coverage
Host cities for the FIFA Soccer World Cup 2026 like Atlanta are leveraging federal, state and local partnerships to strengthen riot control units, foster technology collaboration and implement joint intelligence gathering
“I give (county, state and federal law enforcement) a lot of credit for (providing support) to allow us to police the city,” the mayor said. “This might be a blueprint for what we do on other busy weekends”
In the video footage, gunshots can be heard ringing throughout the church building as officers close in on the source of the shooting
Highlighting the importance of PACE planning in addressing potential security threats, crowd management issues and emergency responses for large gatherings
“I was standing right in front of Union Station, just to the west of the stage, when I heard shots fired.”
The chatter from the radio traffic was nonstop as dispatchers and commanders managed ambulances, medical resources and officers for traffic and crowd control
Three people were detained by police, including 2 juveniles
A hospital spokesperson said 11 children were among those who were injured; police said two people have been detained
Houston Police Chief Troy Finner said that after the woman began shooting, both officers “engaged” and the woman was killed
The majority of the funding from the $2.35 million deal will go toward personnel costs for deputies from 18 different agencies
A few blocks from the church, the fleeing driver threw a pipe bomb at officers who “saw the flames and could feel when the bomb detonated,” SFPD said
“No matter how and where one prays, every Californian deserves to be safe,” Gov. Gavin Newsom said after approving millions in funding for additional policing
Last year, SPD Chief Diaz announced officers would not march in the parade at all, publishing a letter expressing frustration with Seattle Pride’s decision
Last year, Aurora Pride had requested that if police officers wanted to march in the Pride Parade, they do so not in full uniform, particularly not with weapons
Police and fire agencies worked together to prepare and care for a major ski event
Highly detailed maps help illustrate likely areas of vulnerability in and around venues
One suspect was taken into custody shortly after the Sunday night shooting
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