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Joanna Putman

Associate Editor

Joanna Putman is an Associate Editor and newswriter at Police1, where she has been covering law enforcement topics since August 2023. Based in Orlando, Florida, Joanna holds a journalism degree from the University of Florida and spent two years working in nonprofit local newsrooms, gaining experience in community-focused reporting. Married to a law enforcement officer, she brings a personal perspective to their work, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of those who serve and protect. Have a news tip? Email her at jkeen@lexipol.com.

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BWC: Pa. officers force entry into burning home, rescue woman unable to walk
Search and Rescue
BWC: Pa. officers force entry into burning home, rescue woman unable to walk
“These two officers didn’t even think twice about going into that house and pulling that woman out,” Johnstown Deputy Chief Mark Britton said
April 01, 2025 12:08 PM
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Video: Man charges Fla. officer wielding knife before fatal OIS
Officer-Involved Shootings
Video: Man wielding knife sprints at Fla. officer before fatal OIS
The suspect had been harassing people in an apartment complex when the Stuart Police officer arrived to intervene; the suspect then charged at him, leading to the shooting
April 01, 2025 11:56 AM
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Arrests and Sentencing
Man arrested after striking ‘Tesla Takedown’ counter-protester with vehicle
The 70-year-old suspect made an obscene gesture toward a 49-year-old man before hitting him, Meridian Police stated
March 31, 2025 12:45 PM
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Officer-Involved Shootings
BWC: Man wearing ballistic vest opens fire at Fla. officer, grabs rifle before fatal OIS
The officer retreated for cover and returned fire, despite being shot in the foot by the suspect
March 31, 2025 12:12 PM
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Officer-Involved Shootings
BWC: Man accused of murdering 13-year-old daughter fires handgun before OIS
A Columbus SWAT officer fired shots after the man reached into his coat; investigation later confirmed he was in possession of a handgun
March 28, 2025 02:03 PM
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Joanna Putman
State House Restoration
Border Patrol
Md. bill would ban 287(g) partnerships between local police, ICE
Sheriffs from across the state traveled to the state capitol to protest the bill, saying it would turn Maryland into a “sanctuary state” and place residents in danger
March 28, 2025 01:47 PM
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Police Lights
Mental Health
New Nev. task force would prioritize first responder mental health
The Blue Ribbon Task Force on Peace Officer Wellness would operate over two years to review state policy and develop wellness recommendations for agencies statewide
March 27, 2025 01:19 PM
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Officer-Involved Shootings
Video: Ill. officers plead with 15-year-old to ‘put the gun down’ before fatal OIS
Video shows the suspect fleeing, then turning to face Bloomington PD officers while reaching into his waistband, eventually pulling out what appeared to be a handgun
March 27, 2025 12:43 PM
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Joanna Putman
BWC: Man stabs 2 people, threatens Okla. officers with machete before fatal OIS
Officer-Involved Shootings
BWC: Man stabs 2 people, threatens Okla. officers with machete before fatal OIS
Moore Police officers backed away from the man and issued more than 20 commands to drop the weapon before firing shots at him as he continued to move toward them
March 27, 2025 12:15 PM
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Calif. officer dies after suffering on-duty medical emergency
Officer Down
Calif. officer dies after suffering on-duty medical emergency
“Sergeant [Ryan] Kenedy was universally loved by everyone he worked with, and his passing is an immeasurable loss,” the King City Police Department stated
March 27, 2025 11:32 AM
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