Investigations
The Investigations topic area furnishes cops with the latest news, information and strategies used in closing a case and putting bad guys behind bars. This touches on everything that happens between the suspect’s crimes to the final conviction.
Who’s talking to whom? Here’s how to figure it out
Tips and rules for tailoring your approach whether handling witnesses or suspects
Technology gives police the ability to quickly identify repeat persons of interest (POI), share intelligence across agencies and work with retailers to dismantle organized retail crime networks and violence in stores
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus faces several allegations, including retaliation against officers who cooperated with an independent investigation into her office
The society, which was founded in 1990, is a members-only club in Philadelphia; the group focuses their efforts on solving cold case homicides
Using specialized techniques, investigators unlock critical information for strong cases
Explore how AI is reshaping digital investigations, tackling complex cases and preparing agencies for tomorrow’s policing challenges
The arrest occurred after Carlos Tapia complained of an agency culture of “unease and retaliation”; San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus denied any allegations of retaliation
As technology evolves and with the explosion of data, police agencies are working to connect critical systems to streamline operations, enhance safety, and improve decision-making
Knowledge and awareness can make domestic violence response safer for the men and women on the frontlines
In abuse cases, there is no limit to the injuries an or investigator might encounter, and one of the most common injuries seen is bruising
Two IDOC officers were shot by Nicholas Umphenour in a hospital ambush that helped an inmate escape; a third CO was mistakenly injured by a Boise PD officer
AI technology is transforming how agencies handle investigations, from expediting case closures to addressing critical staffing shortages
“The public has been greatly misled by a barrage of social media messaging that painted a partial picture of the investigation and triggered violent threats fueled by misinformation”
The search for the driver was canceled and the investigation was opened after NYSP stated it had “reason to believe that the incident did not occur the way it was reported”
Its role in keeping communities safe will only grow – departments have to keep up
The former FBI agent who served as the real-life inspiration for Clarice Starling in “Silence of the Lambs,” takes us behind the scenes of FBI profiling and her ground-breaking career
A state-of-the-art real-time crime center paired with a powerful decision and operations management platform helps APD reduce and prevent violent crime
Fla. sheriff’s office reviews videos showing altercations between LEOs, fans at Florida-Georgia game
“The [Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office] is aware of the videos...from the Georgia-Florida football game,” the office stated. “Administrative reviews of the incidents are being opened”
Investigators say the suspect who set ballot box incendiary devices in Portland and Vancouver was highly skilled in metalwork and welding
Balancing the power of AI with ethical considerations is essential for its responsible use in law enforcement, ensuring both innovation and justice
When disaster strikes, criminals often follow. Explore the specialized techniques that interrogators use to understand, confront and convict disaster-related offenders
The FBI is joining local authorities investigating fires in ballot boxes in Portland and Vancouver
Nicholas Wayne Hamlett, who is wanted for a parole violation, pretended to be a “distressed” hiker to hide his crime, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said
“This hurts us to know we’ve hurt others,” Fort Worth police Chief Neil Noakes stated
New York ranked second in 2023 for staged accidents with 1,729 cases, a 14% increase from the previous year
U.S. v. Pena examines the legality of voluntary confession in a coerced rape case involving a confession and its admission in court
Discover the technical processes to access critical social media information, from IP tracking to data preservation and legal requests
One of the most compelling reasons for law enforcement professionals to network is the potential to uncover investigative case leads
Why do we still rely on human observation to recognize deception in criminal investigations?
Lt. Eloilda Shea, 39, had served with the Orange County Sheriff’s office since 2011; her husband was a sergeant who resigned amid an investigation into an alleged on-duty affair
“Put simply, the evidence obtained by the Task Force to date shows the tragic and shocking events of July 13 were preventable and should not have happened,” the report says
With the right approach, officers can use tools they already have to track, catch online criminals
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