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BREAKING NEWS
Investigators had found no signs that the suspect and Agent Joshua Byrd had any prior contact
The suspect was spotted by an off-duty Miami-Dade Sheriff’s deputy, who attempted to persuade the suspect to surrender after he jumped into a canal and climbed a tree
“I’m going to move on with the rest of my life ... always trying to recover from this,” Woodbury Officer Allan Olson said. “Your two-minute decision ... can change yourself and the rest of us and our families”
In 2024, one more officer joined the Seattle PD than left it, marking a net gain of officers for the first time since 2019; the recruitment boost follows pay increases and bonuses
The Mason County Sheriff’s deputy cleared a traffic stop he was in the process of completing and reached speeds of up to 100 mph to stop the suspected DUI driver
The Chevrolet Blazers, which cost the Chula Vista Police Department nearly $1 million, will be given to nine school resource officers and one traffic enforcement officer
The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office and Troy PD turned to podcasters and influencers to connect with younger applicants — a strategy that’s showing signs of success
A Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge wrote that the Inglewood PD demonstrated “a pattern and practice of failing to comply with their statutory obligations” under public records laws
The ruling found that Columbus officers involved in a 2023 shootout were crime victims under Marsy’s Law and entitled to its privacy protections
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A Virginia town’s overnight loss of its entire police force is a stark example of the strain facing small agencies
A confrontation with a non-compliant semi-truck driver highlights the dangers officers face when engaging drivers inside running vehicles and why an exit strategy matters
As tensions escalate overseas, local agencies may face heightened risks from lone-actor attacks, soft-target threats and possible cyber retaliation
Why 360-degree coverage matters for small protective details
Foreign conflicts, local consequences — six priorities for law enforcement leaders as global tensions rise
An incident in which NYPD officers were pelted with snow in New York City raises larger concerns about public order, leadership and the normalization of hostility toward law enforcement
PRODUCT NEWS
By gathering and analyzing data from CCTV cameras and emergency calls, the center boosts situational awareness, aids rapid decision-making and enhances crime prevention and response
OLI’s Railroad Investigation and Safety Course for law enforcement now POST-Certified in 40 States Including D.C.
Optimize your uniforms with the perfect patch alternative
Safariland to recognize three officers for their unwavering commitment to protecting their communities
Having critical systems such as CAD available in the cloud ensures communication and data sharing can occur, even in the most challenging of resource deployment
FoxFury lights the way for Hillsboro’s first responders with generous donation
The Mini-Shield boasts a NIJ 010.06 Level III+ rating, making it effective at stopping not only handgun calibers but also the most commonly encountered rifle calibers
Gaining this prestigious recognition places RTS Tactical among the elite few organizations in the US to have been certified under this esteemed standard and validates RTS Tactical’s unwavering commitment to quality management in adherence to international standards
To facilitate rapid deployment, the Mini-Shield Carrier offers several carry options. There are two rugged exterior grab handles to permit ergonomically balanced horizontal or vertical one-handed carry and to assist in removal from patrol vehicles
These holsters also feature the QLS 19 Locking Fork, which can be easily mounted to any compatible platform using the QLS 22 Receiver Plate. This versatile mounting system allows users to adapt their holsters to various carrying options, enhancing overall operational efficiency