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BREAKING NEWS
The man pulled the gun from beneath his clothing and pointed it at a Phoenix Police officer as he fled, prompting officers to fire shots
From transcribing 1990s-era interview tapes to analyzing modern surveillance video, a new AI partnership is helping investigators sift through evidence to find the missing link
NYPD
The CCRB is knowingly releasing unsubstantiated sexual misconduct, racial profiling and perjury claims against NYPD officers in response to FOIL requests, the lawsuit alleges
The Randolph Police Department released dash camera footage from the 2025 incident, stating that 17 people have now been charged
The six-month program at Arizona State University’s PD evaluates whether EVs can match gas-powered units in performance, durability and response readiness
The man crashed into the station shortly after he was involved in a domestic call, Philadelphia Police Department Commissioner Kevin Bethel stated
The court stated that the hatchet-wielding man was at least 25 feet away when a Chesterfield County officer fired, ruling that the suspect did not pose an immediate threat
A step-by-step review of body camera video examines the moments leading to Officer Krystal Rivera’s death, highlighting lessons on pursuit tactics, doorway entries and officer-down response
Mayor Karen Bass and Chief Jim McDonnell said they hoped the increased police presence would curb burglaries and result in arrests
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
The Trump rally shooting demonstrated commendable actions like quick thinking by citizens, as well as shortcomings such as poor site selection and training gaps
Effective presidential protection relies on more than just federal efforts. Learn how local officers can contribute, stay informed and maintain crucial roles
The death of a firefighter attendee and the wounding of three others, including former President Trump, is a tragic reminder of gunshot wound assessment and treatment challenges
Trooper Michael Proctor’s suspension due to inappropriate text messages serves as a stark reminder that anything written can become public and impact a case
An armed robbery pursuit culminated in a critical encounter, emphasizing the need for rigorous high-risk stop tactics
Exploring the indictment of Chief Pete Arredondo and the legal challenges in proving criminal negligence in the Uvalde school shooting case
PRODUCT NEWS
Visit Safe Fleet at IACP 2025 – booth #1013
At IACP 2025, Insight LPR will demonstrate how its platform expands capabilities for narcotics, interdiction, auto theft, CID, ORC, and surveillance operations
Assist gets smarter with new private, secure AI tools to help officers build and verify police reports and verbally search for information on the go
New integrations with BRINC and SkySafe streamline public safety drone operations, drone detection and aerial intelligence in the field and command center
Live demos, new Motorola Solutions integrations, and hands-on drone teleoperations at Booth #1663
Mark43 launches eCitations, a mobile-first solution to issue faster citations and keep officers safe
Citation data synchronizes in real time across CAD and RMS, connecting seamlessly with broader agency records to enhance data integrity
Lenco will showcase the Avon, Colorado Police Department’s new BearCat G2 — a ‘multi-mission’ BearCat designed and built with tactical, fire rescue and medical response equipment
Coreforce delivers scalable innovation, seamless integration, and experience-driven tools built for law enforcement and corrections teams
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“I felt that PSTrax checked more of the blocks than anybody else did,” Logistics and Procurement Manager Curtis Brown said. “It allows us to meet people where they are generationally and still accomplish what needs to get done.”
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“This alliance reflects our shared mission to serve the people who serve their communities,” said Erik Axene, MD, FACEP, CEO of Axene Continuing Education, LLC.