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BREAKING NEWS
Video from the scene shows the man, who was holding a knife in each hand, advancing toward Buffalo Police officers, prompting the fatal shooting
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
A police mission statement should establish, in the fewest words possible, the ultimate measure for every decision of the agency
A seven-year veteran LEO was fired after berating a driver. Here’s how to prevent this from happening to you
“Landmark case [could] change the landscape of public safety for future generations.”
Musk is a living lesson in leadership, risk-taking and change. Can police leaders learn anything here?
More police officers recently lost their lives because of a knowing disregard for our collectively agreed-upon firearm safety measures
Whether you are a rookie or a chief, be a good citizen and take the ticket
PRODUCT NEWS
In 2024, the agency initiated a competitive procurement to replace its existing CAD and mobile systems for both police and fire services
Officers monitoring the Colorado Springs PD Real-Time Crime Center told responding officers that a man involved in fights that prompted a 911 call had a gun in his pants
Eric Buer recently joined LiveU as the senior director of sales and business development for the Global Public Safety division
Designed to elevate operational readiness, Rails & Rescues combines high-fidelity tactical instruction with cinematic, real-time demonstrations across two dramatically different venues
Across all dimensions, TrueAllele Casework proved capable of reliably interpreting complex NGS DNA data—paving the way for forensic labs to extend their capabilities with confidence
Traffic Enforcement*
This training series aims to provide law enforcement professionals with essential knowledge on emerging trends, investigative techniques, and preventive measures related to fraudulent VINs. and document fraud
“[The RTCC] reinforces our precision policing model: respond quickly, investigate thoroughly, identify correctly, arrest safely, prosecute successfully,” SPD Captain James Britt said
“PSTrax eliminates complacency by the user, increasing officer safety by ensuring vehicles and gear are always in top condition,” Fox Valley Metro Police Department Patrol Officer Jason Seavey said
New FAA‑certified pilot team deploys Skydio X10d drones — powered by grants and forfeiture funds — to reach incident scenes in 35–45 seconds
Optimized for peak performance, this handheld light delivers high lumen output and significantly increased candela over the previous model