https://www.police1.com/news Police News from Police1 en-US Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:26:29 GMT https://www.police1.com/body-camera/bwc-man-shoots-bystanders-in-passing-vehicles-before-houston-pd-ois Three Houston PD officers and a Texas DPS trooper opened fire on the man after he ignored repeated commands to drop the rifle and raised it toward them, according to police Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:26:29 GMT https://www.police1.com/body-camera/bwc-man-shoots-bystanders-in-passing-vehicles-before-houston-pd-ois https://www.police1.com/police-recruitment/mo-city-furloughs-all-police-officers-due-to-financial-crisis The Riverview Police Department has been "temporarily disbanded" amid the city's financial crisis, officials stated; all of its officers have been furloughed for an estimated three months Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:47:29 GMT https://www.police1.com/police-recruitment/mo-city-furloughs-all-police-officers-due-to-financial-crisis https://www.police1.com/Officer-Safety/wash-officers-injured-after-stolen-tractor-trailer-strikes-5-cruisers The suspect stole the truck and attempted to flee, hitting Everett PD and Snohomish County Sheriff's Office cruisers; four police officers and one deputy were taken to a hospital Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:42:47 GMT https://www.police1.com/Officer-Safety/wash-officers-injured-after-stolen-tractor-trailer-strikes-5-cruisers https://www.police1.com/body-camera/video-calif-officer-fatally-shoots-man-stabbing-women-in-alleged-random-attack The suspect reportedly attacked the women after stabbing himself repeatedly; a Sacramento County Deputy fired shots after witnessing the suspect stabbing one of the victims Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:24:33 GMT https://www.police1.com/body-camera/video-calif-officer-fatally-shoots-man-stabbing-women-in-alleged-random-attack https://www.police1.com/traffic-stop/waymo-pulls-over-calls-cops-on-juvenile-riders-carrying-ghost-gun The San Francisco Police Department stated that two riders were detained; a rifle, marijuana and mace spray were found inside the vehicle Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:34:29 GMT https://www.police1.com/traffic-stop/waymo-pulls-over-calls-cops-on-juvenile-riders-carrying-ghost-gun https://www.police1.com/animal-control/video-police-nab-cat-burglar-in-wash-home Using a drone, Kirkland Police captured video showing that the intruder was actually a bobcat; the animal was captured and released into the wild Sun, 13 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.police1.com/animal-control/video-police-nab-cat-burglar-in-wash-home https://www.police1.com/gun-legislation-law-enforcement/minn-laws-allowed-a-mass-shooter-to-renew-gun-permit A harassment restraining order was granted against Carlton Johnson II in 2023 after allegations that he sexually assaulted and threatened to kill a woman Sun, 13 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www.police1.com/gun-legislation-law-enforcement/minn-laws-allowed-a-mass-shooter-to-renew-gun-permit https://www.police1.com/11-sep-01/it-was-surreal-leo-was-2-days-into-nypd-training-when-9-11-attacks-threw-him-into-action Tom DaCosta was an NYPD recruit working a night shift at the academy; then, two days later, he was patrolling Grand Central Terminal, watching for signs of terrorism Sat, 12 Sep 2026 12:00:00 GMT https://www.police1.com/11-sep-01/it-was-surreal-leo-was-2-days-into-nypd-training-when-9-11-attacks-threw-him-into-action https://www.police1.com/police-recruitment/more-than-just-a-structure-fla-police-unveil-new-165m-headquarters The new Fort Lauderdale Police station, designed to withstand a category five hurricane, offers an open-air courtyard, community center and a state-of-the-art CSI lab Sat, 12 Sep 2026 11:00:00 GMT https://www.police1.com/police-recruitment/more-than-just-a-structure-fla-police-unveil-new-165m-headquarters https://www.police1.com/body-camera/bwc-2-fla-deputies-wounded-in-swat-response-as-suspect-fires-through-door The suspect fired shots through a doorway as Hernando County deputies broke through a glass door to enter a home Fri, 11 Sep 2026 16:29:36 GMT https://www.police1.com/body-camera/bwc-2-fla-deputies-wounded-in-swat-response-as-suspect-fires-through-door https://www.police1.com/body-camera/bwc-man-shoots-bystanders-in-passing-vehicles-before-houston-pd-ois Three Houston PD officers and a Texas DPS trooper opened fire on the man after he ignored repeated commands to drop the rifle and raised it toward them, according to police Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:26:29 GMT https://www.police1.com/body-camera/bwc-man-shoots-bystanders-in-passing-vehicles-before-houston-pd-ois https://www.police1.com/Officer-Safety/mass-officer-struck-by-alleged-dui-driver-while-directing-traffic A Barnstable Police Officer was struck by a vehicle while wearing reflective gear as he directed traffic outside of a ZZ Top concert; the driver faces multiple charges, including DUI Mon, 14 Sep 2026 21:07:01 GMT https://www.police1.com/Officer-Safety/mass-officer-struck-by-alleged-dui-driver-while-directing-traffic https://www.police1.com/incident-command/survey-finds-public-safety-agencies-face-readiness-gaps A Lexipol survey of 915 public safety professionals finds staffing, training and major disruptions remain key preparedness challenges Mon, 14 Sep 2026 16:06:00 GMT https://www.police1.com/incident-command/survey-finds-public-safety-agencies-face-readiness-gaps https://www.police1.com/police-recruitment/mo-city-furloughs-all-police-officers-due-to-financial-crisis The Riverview Police Department has been "temporarily disbanded" amid the city's financial crisis, officials stated; all of its officers have been furloughed for an estimated three months Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:47:29 GMT https://www.police1.com/police-recruitment/mo-city-furloughs-all-police-officers-due-to-financial-crisis https://www.police1.com/arrests-sentencing/brothers-1-accused-of-shooting-n-c-officer-face-nearly-200-charges-from-two-month-span Jatarius and Dionte McCracking face 190 charges “across multiple jurisdictions” since July 27; Dionte McCracking is charged with attempted murder for allegedly shooting a CMPD officer Mon, 14 Sep 2026 15:17:36 GMT https://www.police1.com/arrests-sentencing/brothers-1-accused-of-shooting-n-c-officer-face-nearly-200-charges-from-two-month-span https://www.police1.com/Officer-Safety/wash-officers-injured-after-stolen-tractor-trailer-strikes-5-cruisers The suspect stole the truck and attempted to flee, hitting Everett PD and Snohomish County Sheriff's Office cruisers; four police officers and one deputy were taken to a hospital Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:42:47 GMT https://www.police1.com/Officer-Safety/wash-officers-injured-after-stolen-tractor-trailer-strikes-5-cruisers https://www.police1.com/body-camera/video-calif-officer-fatally-shoots-man-stabbing-women-in-alleged-random-attack The suspect reportedly attacked the women after stabbing himself repeatedly; a Sacramento County Deputy fired shots after witnessing the suspect stabbing one of the victims Mon, 14 Sep 2026 14:24:33 GMT https://www.police1.com/body-camera/video-calif-officer-fatally-shoots-man-stabbing-women-in-alleged-random-attack https://www.police1.com/traffic-stop/waymo-pulls-over-calls-cops-on-juvenile-riders-carrying-ghost-gun The San Francisco Police Department stated that two riders were detained; a rifle, marijuana and mace spray were found inside the vehicle Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:34:29 GMT https://www.police1.com/traffic-stop/waymo-pulls-over-calls-cops-on-juvenile-riders-carrying-ghost-gun https://www.police1.com/officer-down/miss-deputy-fatally-shot-while-dispersing-crowd-suspect-at-large Claiborne County Sheriff's Office Deputy Terrian Bailey was fatally wounded and a woman was shot in the incident Tue, 08 Sep 2026 13:29:14 GMT https://www.police1.com/officer-down/miss-deputy-fatally-shot-while-dispersing-crowd-suspect-at-large https://www.police1.com/nypd-recruit-dies-during-training Probationary police officer Kamir Loubarria collapsed while working out at the Stephen D. McDonald Police Academy; he was "committed to a life of service," the department stated Tue, 08 Sep 2026 14:56:16 GMT https://www.police1.com/nypd-recruit-dies-during-training https://www.police1.com/lapd/150-lapd-cops-crack-down-on-massive-street-takeover-arresting-69-and-seizing-200-cars The response was part of"Operation Street Sweeper," a coordinated effort targeting street takeovers; 570 people were cited and seven firearms were recovered at the scene Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:17:47 GMT https://www.police1.com/lapd/150-lapd-cops-crack-down-on-massive-street-takeover-arresting-69-and-seizing-200-cars https://www.police1.com/body-camera/video-woman-fires-gun-in-fla-pd-lobby-approaches-officers-with-it-before-fatal-ois Surveillance video shows the woman fire a gunshot in the Port Orange Police station lobby before walking back out into the parking lot and approaching officers Tue, 08 Sep 2026 15:31:21 GMT https://www.police1.com/body-camera/video-woman-fires-gun-in-fla-pd-lobby-approaches-officers-with-it-before-fatal-ois https://www.police1.com/11-sep-01/nyc-releases-170-000-pages-of-long-sought-9-11-health-air-quality-records New York City opened a public portal containing 170,000 pages of 9/11 records sought for years by first responders, survivors and families concerned about Ground Zero health risks Tue, 08 Sep 2026 16:48:54 GMT https://www.police1.com/11-sep-01/nyc-releases-170-000-pages-of-long-sought-9-11-health-air-quality-records https://www.police1.com/body-camera/bwc-fleeing-suspect-plows-into-calif-police-motorcycle-as-officer-fires-shots Simi Valley Police pursued the man after a domestic disturbance where he reportedly told family members he wanted to engage in a shootout with officers Tue, 08 Sep 2026 21:12:40 GMT https://www.police1.com/body-camera/bwc-fleeing-suspect-plows-into-calif-police-motorcycle-as-officer-fires-shots https://www.police1.com/social-media/when-a-viral-drone-video-is-not-police-footage-a-pios-playbook-for-correcting-misinformation When social media presents privately created or altered video as police footage, clear verification and timely communication can keep misinformation from defining an agency’s actions Thu, 10 Sep 2026 22:38:14 GMT https://www.police1.com/social-media/when-a-viral-drone-video-is-not-police-footage-a-pios-playbook-for-correcting-misinformation https://www.police1.com/chiefs-sheriffs/when-the-press-conference-becomes-part-of-the-crisis An interrupted officer-involved shooting briefing offers lessons in crisis leadership, transparency and maintaining credibility when critical incidents unfold in front of the cameras Thu, 30 Jul 2026 12:03:12 GMT https://www.police1.com/chiefs-sheriffs/when-the-press-conference-becomes-part-of-the-crisis https://www.police1.com/federal-law-enforcement/how-the-secret-service-investigates-threats-before-they-become-attacks A surge in protective intelligence cases is putting more focus on the agency's threat assessment process and its partnerships with federal, state and local law enforcement Fri, 24 Jul 2026 08:21:34 GMT https://www.police1.com/federal-law-enforcement/how-the-secret-service-investigates-threats-before-they-become-attacks https://www.police1.com/animal-control/how-officers-can-reduce-unnecessary-dog-shootings-without-compromising-safety Canine-behavior expert James Crosby explains common misconceptions about canine behavior and how training can give officers more options Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:50:31 GMT https://www.police1.com/animal-control/how-officers-can-reduce-unnecessary-dog-shootings-without-compromising-safety https://www.police1.com/firearms-training/what-pasadenas-horseplay-shooting-can-teach-cops-about-gun-safety Dashcam video of an officer shooting a colleague underscores why firearms safety rules must apply in every setting, every scenario and every agency Thu, 18 Jun 2026 04:26:51 GMT https://www.police1.com/firearms-training/what-pasadenas-horseplay-shooting-can-teach-cops-about-gun-safety https://www.police1.com/terrorism/the-white-house-drone-plot-is-a-warning-law-enforcement-cant-ignore As hostile drone threats become more sophisticated, law enforcement agencies face growing gaps in training, detection capabilities and operational preparedness Tue, 16 Jun 2026 14:16:55 GMT https://www.police1.com/terrorism/the-white-house-drone-plot-is-a-warning-law-enforcement-cant-ignore https://www.police1.com/police-products/firearms/92-fs-diamond The brightest tribute to perfection Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:59:55 GMT https://www.police1.com/police-products/firearms/92-fs-diamond https://www.police1.com/police-products/firearms/sl3-500-years-limited-edition Celebrating 500 years of beauty Fri, 11 Sep 2026 20:54:32 GMT https://www.police1.com/police-products/firearms/sl3-500-years-limited-edition https://www.police1.com/police-products/communications/vision-firstnet-users-summit-delivers-opportunity-to-connect-learn-and-shape-the-future-of-public-safety-communications Registration Closes Soon for September 14–16 Gathering of Public Safety and FirstNet Communications Leaders Tue, 01 Sep 2026 20:20:15 GMT https://www.police1.com/police-products/communications/vision-firstnet-users-summit-delivers-opportunity-to-connect-learn-and-shape-the-future-of-public-safety-communications https://www.police1.com/police-products/firearms/beretta-introduces-the-apx-a1-ported-delivering-flatter-performance-and-faster-follow-up-shots “The APX A1 Ported brings a new level of speed and control to the APX A1 family,” said Logan Killam, Sr. Product Manager for Beretta USA Fri, 28 Aug 2026 19:14:56 GMT https://www.police1.com/police-products/firearms/beretta-introduces-the-apx-a1-ported-delivering-flatter-performance-and-faster-follow-up-shots https://www.police1.com/police-products/Police-Drones/wrap-laser-counter-uas-technology-added-to-wrapshield-expanding-into-dow-dhs-and-tactical-law-enforcement-markets Operational directed energy brings mobile, repeatable engagement to WrapShield, targeting the economics of low-cost drone threats while expanding WRAP's addressable federal, border security and specialized public safety markets Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:51:34 GMT https://www.police1.com/police-products/Police-Drones/wrap-laser-counter-uas-technology-added-to-wrapshield-expanding-into-dow-dhs-and-tactical-law-enforcement-markets https://www.police1.com/police-products/duty-gear/helmets/team-wendy-announces-title-sponsorship-of-the-jorge-pastore-foundation Three-year partnership expands access to programs that strengthen those who serve Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:01:33 GMT https://www.police1.com/police-products/duty-gear/helmets/team-wendy-announces-title-sponsorship-of-the-jorge-pastore-foundation https://www.police1.com/police-products/investigation/tranquility-ai-partners-with-university-of-south-carolina-upstate-to-launch-nations-first-ai-powered-criminal-justice-education-and-cold-case-investigation-initiative The partnership brings Tranquility AI's platform, TimePilot, to three USC Upstate initiatives: the Upstate Crime Analysis Center (UCAC), the USC Upstate Criminal Justice Education Program, and the newly established USC Upstate Cold Case Team Tue, 25 Aug 2026 19:49:43 GMT https://www.police1.com/police-products/investigation/tranquility-ai-partners-with-university-of-south-carolina-upstate-to-launch-nations-first-ai-powered-criminal-justice-education-and-cold-case-investigation-initiative