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BREAKING NEWS
Novi PD says a man carjacked a Medstar ambulance with a paramedic and patient inside, crashed into another vehicle, then fled on foot and tried to disarm responding officers
Video shows the suspect pulling the gun, which was later found to be an imitation firearm, from his waistband and pointing it at officers as they fled on foot
Former Laurel Police Chief David Crawford is already serving consecutive life sentences for arsons committed in Howard County between 2011 and 2020
One Pueblo Police officer sustained first- and second-degree burns; the second officer suffered first-, second- and third-degree burns and was transported to a burn unit
NYPD
Det. Kenny Dean and his sister, Sgt. Maryann Palonco, put in their papers on Feb. 3, the same date their father retired after 38 years; Dean had a 36-year career, and Palonco served for 30 years
The suspect opened fire when Seattle PD officers arrived on the scene, wounding one of them on the leg; he has been charged with first- and second-degree assault
Four men were stranded in the bay about three miles from the Pinconning Boat Launch after one of their four-wheelers broke through the ice, according to the Bay County Sheriff’s Office
NYPD
Late NYPD Det. Steven McDonald was shot while on duty during his second year on the job, causing instant paralysis; he was known for publicly forgiving his shooter
Video shows officers working to restrain a fleeing suspect when he produced a firearm and fired shots, prompting officers to return fire
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Jim and Doug discuss the first pillar of Obama’s 21st Century Policing task force report
Anti-police sentiment is not an accurate reflection of how the majority of Americans feel about their law enforcement officers
Arizona implemented a message to alert cops if the subject they’re approaching has a mental health court order that makes him or her prohibited from possessing a gun
It’s possible that this subject’s peaceful surrender won’t happen
A manhunt is underway for the suspect, who is believed to be armed and has a lengthy criminal history
Because of the evolving dynamics of the incident in Florida, officers must remember to assess the scene upon arrival, request backup and maintain a heightened level of situational awareness
PRODUCT NEWS
Multi-fuel model delivers 1,500 lumens, features front-loading batteries
VCJC is responsible for establishing rules, policies, regulations, and standards for the certification and training of criminal justice personnel in Vermont
New laptop offers productivity, reliability and security for professional use across the enterprise
Following widespread flooding caused by Hurricane Helene, restoring communications for first responders and civilians is a high priority
World’s largest patch manufacturer adds expertise of the leading producer of emblems for first responders
OMADA Group and BRINC announce a strategic partnership to redefine water rescue operations using drones to deploy emergency flotation devices
The Flock cameras allow for real-time crime analysis, improved resource allocation and enhanced officer safety
Partnership expands reach of Veritone’s iDEMS solution across the Midwest
Assistive-AI company and 911 technology pioneer accelerates mission to support 911 call takers with innovative software that saves lives
Dock for X10 unshackles the drone from the operator so it can capture data autonomously