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BREAKING NEWS
After a TASER was ineffective, the man began fighting with the Thurston County SRO and others who arrived to assist, incuding a tribal officer and an off-duty corrections officer
Just weeks after saving a neighbor’s choking 1-year-old girl, an NYPD officer was at it again, saving the life of a 2-year-old boy who had stopped breathing
Most of the videos gathered by officers go unwatched, with LAPD officials saying there’s not enough manpower to review all of the clips recorded on any given shift
A Fayette County Sheriff’s lieutenant initiated the pursuit after spotting a vehicle reported stolen; the suspect fled at high speeds for several minutes before losing control and crashing
The former Fresno PD sergeant filed a lawsuit claiming she was sexually harassed by members of the K-9 unit and was wrongfully terminated for attempts to stop the harrassment
The officers were on patrol responding to a traffic incident when the man stepped out of his vehicle and pointed the gun at them
The man used the machete to cut TASER wires as Thurston County Sheriff’s deputies worked to take him into custody
The man’s death was caused by “cardiac dysrhythmia in a person with acute intoxication due to the combined effects of cocaine and ethanol while being restrained prone by [Haverhill] police”
“I would like to give credit and tribute to the women who have come before me that have paved the way for me to have this incredible opportunity,” Chief Tanya Terry said
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Some politicians, national media, plaintiffs’ attorneys and anti-law enforcement activists are mischaracterizing AB 392 as a major re-writing of the law on use of force
While AB 392 emphasizes the importance of establishing clear use-of-force policies in California, there is not universal access to the necessary training to achieve those standards
We can learn a lot from the magnificent combination of tactics and courage shown by the Philly officers who brought a dynamic sudden assault to a successful conclusion
Can officers avoid contacting the suspected person if they believe the caller was acting out of their own bias toward someone’s appearance?
Police, fire and EMS personnel need to prepare for being asked to leave a restaurant, coffee shop or grocery store
In his manifesto, the El Paso killer left some valuable information for law enforcement to consider about his preparation for the attack
PRODUCT NEWS
Active911 has teamed up with PRYME to enhance emergency communications for first responders by enabling seamless communication between radios and cellphones during critical situations
Law enacted in 2024 sets strict call-transfer limits for Utah’s 911 centers; firm’s subject-matter experts are assessing Salt Lake Valley Emergency Communication Center’s ability to comply now and in the future
Following Gov. Youngkin’s November announcement, early adopter program launches in Virginia, highly anticipated defense tech drones, body cameras, AI integration, and international expansion to follow
Flock also underscores its commitment to an open public safety technology ecosystem by providing core software APIs at no cost to law enforcement customers
NicheRMS replaces an outdated law enforcement system that is no longer supported
Havis offers two purpose-built angled console options for the Dodge Durango Pursuit
“Our highest-quality fixed-camera system can now be powered by a solar panel, making it possible to install almost anywhere,” said Insight LPR Chief Executive Officer John Nethery
Revolutionizing digital investigations with Penlink’s advanced solution
“The Insight LPR camera in Hartland provided the crucial lead we needed to get this operation underway,” said Lieutenant Sell of the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office. “Its ability to capture and deliver vehicle information in real time allowed us to take quick, decisive action that led to the safe recovery of the victims.”
TRULEO software will automate review of 100% of the department’s BWC footage