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BREAKING NEWS
After Memphis Police Officer Torres-Molina searched the man and removed a firearm, he attempted to detain the suspect in a cruiser; the suspect then pulled out a second handgun and shot the officer
The package, delivered to a Lake Elsinore business in August, had “psilocybin mushrooms and marijuana products,” the Riverside County Sheriff’s Office said
“The actions of the Troopers, medical staff, and transportation teams highlight how critical teamwork and quick thinking can save lives,” NYSP Troop A’s PIO stated
“The parking lot was full of marked police cars, and there were uniform personnel throughout the entire store,” Chesterfield County Police Lt. James Lamb said
A 46-recruit class marks the third of the year, bolstered by pay raises, bonuses and fast-tracked promotions for new recruits aimed at reversing Cleveland’s officer shortage
“As I was going into the door, the perpetrator came out with a handful of our goods, and I stopped him, and I told him he was essentially under citizen’s arrest...” Pastor Nick Neves said
“The suspect might‘ve had a scooter, but Officer Tarr had determination, and a kid’s bike,” Lone Tree officials stated
The man had entered the building’s lobby and reportedly confronted residents with the power tool before the shooting occurred
Security video shows the shooter approaching Brian Thompson from behind, firing several shots with a gun equipped with a silencer
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A bill targeting easily converted pistols could affect future sales of older Glock models, raising concerns among active and retired law enforcement officers
A Riverside case involving disabled veteran plates touches on police discipline, military service, due process and public perception
A shooting outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shows how fast a high-profile event can turn into a critical incident — and what officers must do to be ready
Officers’ alleged ICE welfare check at schools reveals confusion over 287(g) and local authority limits
A viral video raises a bigger question for police leaders: How do warning signs of bias go unaddressed — and what should agencies do now?
From crime concerns to cultural signals, public support for policing is rebounding
PRODUCT NEWS
About 1,000 cameras will be live-streaming and accessible from patrol laptops
The cuffs have been modified to go off in specific instances, and warn those cuffed
An inaccuracy is leaving Australians stranded without water in the outback
Laser allows investigators to collect data points to record a scale, 3D virtual interpretation of a major incident scene
The AVATAR Micro robot from RoboteX is the newest member of the department’s SWAT unit
The Supreme Court announced Friday that it will decide whether it’s legal for police to collect DNA samples from people under arrest
Privileges were revoked after weapons and gang signs were flashed in viral video
Veteran pilot said he preferred the older helicopter because it was easier to maneuver
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Officers have been ordered to switch from convenient and casual uniforms to formal ones to reduce impersonators