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BREAKING NEWS
Rahmanullah Lakanwal worked with the U.S. government before entering the U.S. in 2021; Specialist Sarah Beckstrom, 20, was killed and Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe critically wounded
Ex-Greensboro officer Matthew Edward Hamilton stated he saw an object in the hand of a man wanted on firearms charges when he fired the fatal shot
Jefferson Parish Sheriff’s Office Deputy Christopher Ohlmeyer was escorting a funeral procession when his motorcycle was struck from behind
The suspect being questioned by police at a hotel shot the two Gwinnett County officers after inviting them into his room, killing Officer Pradeep Tamang
The Pierce County deputy pulled the driver from the burning truck, then attempted to put out the fire with the help of a bystander
The proposal would add additional penalties of up to a year in prison or an additional fine up to $2,500 or both for people who wear face coverings while breaking the law
“The type of collision that happened, our officers are very fortunate,” St. Louis police Chief Robert Tracy said
The woman was charged with attempted murder of an officer after bringing juice bottles filled with gasoline into a Miami Dade Sheriff’s Office station and setting it ablaze
The suspect allegedly fired the first shot from a vehicle, causing Weakley County Deputy Derrick Bonham to fall, then exited and fired again
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
The video of a police officer who survived being hit by a train while pursuing a suspect provides an opportunity to review principles of situational awareness
A chief’s decision to support an officer suspected of being intoxicated behind the wheel of his patrol car has led to accusations of a double standard
Just as with the Midland and Odessa shootings earlier this year, the Jersey City shooting hints at a vexing problem for law enforcement ‒ countering mobile killers
In this podcast segment, Jim and Doug discuss policing alongside hostile prosecutors
The first armed responders to arrive at the shooting were three off-duty officers, a reminder that it’s crucial to carry your firearm off duty
These shootings show just how difficult it can be for law enforcement to stop a highly mobile killer
PRODUCT NEWS
Industry-leading cloud-native computer-aided dispatch system will enhance emergency response for 3.2 million residents across San Diego County
Lt. Shane Chadwick stated the drones will be deployed for various tasks, including monitoring minor disturbances, aiding active crime scenes and providing visual support for firefighters
This premier event brings together industry leaders, innovators, and professionals to explore innovation and the latest cutting-edge products available to law enforcement
Clark County Sheriff’s Office deputies found a vehicle with unconscious occupants carrying drug paraphernalia; when they awoke, they sped away, leading to the pursuit
With this authorization, Magnet Forensics solutions, Magnet One and Magnet Review, can process unclassified federal information — a major benefit for federal digital investigations
Lifesaving LED-lit safety vest aims to reduce struck-by incidents and protect first responders in low-light environments
Flock Nova unifies law enforcement data, while FreeForm enhances vehicle searches with AI-powered plain-language queries
Centerline AI integrates across public safety systems to streamline workflows with automation and CJIS-compliant security
Unveils Exterro remote mobile discovery solution to enable legal, e-discovery and forensic teams to remotely collect and review mobile phone data without an agent
Designed for comfort and durability, FlexShield offers a lightweight, uniform-friendly alternative to metal badges—ideal for polos, MOLLE gear, and vests.