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FBI agents testified the man owned clothing and paraphernalia with both Neo-nazi and Taliban symbols and was angry at President Donald Trump over perceived close ties with Israel
No arrests were made in the incident, with LAPD saying staffing constraints can limit enforcement at large takeovers
Cecily Barker, a former deputy chief with over 20 years of law enforcement experience, has served as the APD’s interim chief since Harold Medina’s retirement in 2025
Body camera footage shows a Miami police officer clinging to the hood of a vehicle while firing shots at the driver who drove into him
North Andover Police Officer Patrick Noonan testified that Kelsey Fitzsimmons grabbed a gun, raised it and pulled the trigger, forcing him to shoot her
Autonomous battery swapping, upgraded sensors and an 8-mile response range expand drone capabilities for 911 response
“Deputy [Steven] Bruner worked tirelessly yesterday, assisting with evacuations during the fire, putting the safety of others before himself,” the Calhoun County sheriff’s office stated
Camden, which has been named among the most dangerous cities in the country, had a 45-year-low homicide rate in 2025 and recorded zero homicides from Dec. 21, 2025 to March 20
Thurston County deputies initially pursued the man on suspicion of organized retail theft; he was arrested on charges of DUI, eluding and possession of narcotics
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A highly mobile killer went on a 60-mile, 12-hour spree that ended with 18 killed, including an RCMP constable
In the space of 12 hours, a gunman ambushed and shot an NYPD officer sitting in his patrol vehicle, then shot another officer inside an NYPD station
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
PRODUCT NEWS
Report provides insights into what’s happening today in the public-safety sector and why
The five-year contract with BRINC Drones Inc. will equip the Newport Beach Police Department with seven drones, including one specialized for SWAT and crisis response
Northern California PD deploys proactive AI gun detection technology to reduce crime and improve police response times
The students will use TRULEO to generate police reports through both voice and text inputs
Norfolk police say automated license plate readers contributed to a 40% drop in stolen vehicle reports
New technology is transforming emergency response with text, video and AI-powered translation, but uneven adoption leaves millions without access to lifesaving 911 upgrades
T-Mobile doubles down on support for first responders with major ecosystem partnerships like Samsung, individual benefits and a $2M+ scholarship fund for children of fallen first responders
“This certification is a testament to our team’s dedication and the strong culture we’ve built together,” said Ashley Burnsed, President of Blue Force Gear
Blastshield B2 introduces features that prioritize clarity, fit, and durability
Featuring high-performance DJI Matrice 4D/4TD drones, DJI Dock 3 supports vehicle-mounted deployments and adapts to various environments