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BREAKING NEWS
Huntington Beach PD used a helicopter, spike strips and a PIT maneuver before the driver ran into the ocean and surrendered under a spotlight
Brentwood PD says the suspect, a convicted felon, resisted arrest and gained control of a rifle after officers developed probable cause to search his vehicle
An 18-year-old surrendered to police and faces misdemeanor charges after officers responding to a disturbance were pelted with snowballs during a planned park gathering
Sidney Dorsey was convicted of murder and racketeering in the ambush of DeKalb County sheriff-elect Derwin Brown
Newville officials eliminated an officer position, leaving the chief — currently out on workers’ compensation — as the department’s sole member
Deputy Jose Rivera was struck near his body-worn camera, which may have altered the trajectory of one bullet, Volusia Sheriff Mike Chitwood said
The new directive bars masks intended to conceal identity while permitting use for safety, health and weather-related reasons
Billy Leon Kearse fatally shot Fort Pierce Officer Danny Parrish after seizing his firearm during a traffic stop, firing 14 rounds
Travis County District Attorney José Garza said his office is not seeking charges against the officers who fatally shot a gunman during a downtown mass shooting
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A 10-step response strategy for public information officers when faced with a viral news story
Law enforcement officers in New Jersey no longer need to fear archaic laws
Preparing for an all-options response to a multiple-person attack requires a commitment to training beyond the sporadic defensive tactics sessions
A tense hostage situation unfolded in a McDonald’s parking lot, where a suspect held a woman at knifepoint inside a semi-truck
A detailed analysis of the Uvalde incident unveils critical flaws in active shooter response, offering vital insights for law enforcement agencies nationwide
The ramifications of marijuana legislation on police departments and their hiring processes
PRODUCT NEWS
MX Guardian from Insight LPR is a secure cloud-based platform that integrates with LPR cameras to capture vehicle data and provide real-time alerts, advanced search tools, and hotlist management
The Street Dynamics ALPR system integrates seamlessly with Stalker and other speed or messaging trailers, new or existing, without requiring additional power upgrades
The DUTY RDS MR combines motion activation, side-loading battery access and a rugged housing built for extreme conditions
Comprehensive offering will enable public safety agencies to adhere to new federal reporting requirements
Ultra-compact, multi-fuel flashlight with 185° tilting head, mounting options and a user-configurable LED option
LVT Wall Mounts can now support three cameras up to 300 feet away for optimal security coverage
New York City’s crackdown, launched in 2023, has helped rescue more than 200 subway surfers, Mayor Eric Adams and NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch announced
The first multi-carrier cellular network built for public safety
The 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics are among potential drone targets that concern law enforcement without counter-UAS authority
A new podcast featuring unfiltered voices from the frontlines of justice