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BREAKING NEWS
The training will help deputies make informed decisions on drug-impaired driving by observing behaviors and symptoms of impaired drivers
“[The RTCC] reinforces our precision policing model: respond quickly, investigate thoroughly, identify correctly, arrest safely, prosecute successfully,” SPD Captain James Britt said
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The NYPD moved to fire 31 rookie officers after finding they were hired despite being found to be unfit during the hiring process; the PBA sued, temporarily blocking their termination
The Wingate Town Council approved the move in a 4-1 vote, citing long-term cost savings
The Dade County Sheriff’s Office said the K-9 was left in a vehicle with a malfunctioning air conditioner while temps were above 100 degrees, prompting changes to K-9 policies
“Thanks to our troops who stepped up to answer the call, the lawlessness in Los Angeles is subsiding,” Chief Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said
“The order was Hot-N-Ready and the suspect was Caught-N-Steady,” Tempe Police wrote on social
As deputies attempted to gain entry by breaking a bedroom window, they heard screams and saw the suspect begin stabbing the victim
“We deeply appreciate the honesty and integrity shown by our Lennox community member who acted responsibly and returned the lost rifle to our station,” Capt. Nicole Palomino said
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
Incidents across multiple states point to recurring issues with overtime, supervision and internal controls
PRODUCT NEWS
The boy was not injured
The bill would allow the use of drones to serve a warrant, aide in an investigation or assist in an emergency
Denver’s LaMar’s Donuts hired Drone Dispatch to deliver four boxes of doughnuts using piloted drones flown from parking lots within a block of the delivery targets
The St. Louis Police Department is selling a stash of guns that bring to mind Prohibition-era gangsters for cash to put new a handgun in every officer’s holster
Mitchell Dale Mullins crashed into multiple buildings and continued to flee with parts hanging off his car
With a prescription from a veterinarian for specific K-9s, human naloxone can be used on them
The two officers got the idea for the cop romper after seeing ads for the “RompHim,” a male romper, on Kickstarter
After the boy was struck and killed, the suspect was arrested and hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries
The 11 hours of video show people running from the club and officers directing them across the street
The Corvette will be sold at an auction to raise money for the police department’s community outreach programs