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BREAKING NEWS
St. Louis County officials stated that the suspect lunged at the man he was holding hostage, prompting an officer to fire shots after nearly an hour of negotiation
NYPD
Bullets fired at Brian Thompson had the words “deny,” “defend” and “depose” inscribed on them, a law enforcement official stated
The suit alleges “unlawful killings” by SWAT members, cover-ups of the alleged misconduct and a so-called “SWAT mafia” that exercised “god-like power” over the unit
The man allegedly stabbed a construction worker at a work site where a Jacksonville Sheriff’s sergeant was working an off-duty security shift
The series sheds light on the narratives behind the most intense crime scenes, emphasizing the role of cameras in apprehending criminals and ensuring their conviction
The NT1100 Police incorporates safety features from the civilian bike while also equipped with LE-specific components, such as pannier bags and an engine guard
The FBI has begun investigating the drone sightings over Morris and Somerset counties
The gunman appeared to be “lying in wait for several minutes” before approaching Brian Thompson from behind and opening fire, NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch said
“[Hobbs] was an award-winning K-9, great partner, and loyal friend. Our K-9 Unit works hard each day to...carry on his legacy,” a Des Moines PD spokesperson said
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A bill targeting easily converted pistols could affect future sales of older Glock models, raising concerns among active and retired law enforcement officers
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
PRODUCT NEWS
Scotland Yard says it has loaded its app with nearly 5,000 pictures of suspects wanted either in connection with low-level crime or the riots last year
A German slingshot expert tested how well police-grade body armor stands up to blowguns, crossbows and more
Civilian drivers use the footage to substantiate accident claims in court
The UAV market is expected to nearly double over the next 10 years, with police departments accounting for a significant part of that growth
Oak Hill Sgt. Lee Kirk was struck with one round in the lower abdomen
Users can locate suspects, confirm presence of hostages or determine a building’s layout
If state decides to go this route, that segment of road would have the highest posted speed limit in the country
It is the first lawsuit to directly challenge the NYPD’s surveillance programs
Traditional sedans available are too small, the agency says
A new budget allows for more academy classes, job candidates