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BREAKING NEWS
The man, who had refused mental health help days earlier, told deputies “don’t miss” and advanced with a knife despite repeated commands to stop
Detective Derval Whyte told jurors he tried to save Officer Jonathan Diller after the sudden burst of gunfire
The Fairfax County PD chief says rapid response likely prevented further deaths as officers entered a dark apartment with multiple victims
The actor, Air Force air policeman and Texas reserve officer maintained a lifelong connection to law enforcement
Four former Whittier police Explorers alleged they were groomed and sexually abused during the 1970s, with incidents tied to ride-alongs and program supervision
NYPD
NYC Mayor Mamdani’s new Office of Community Safety will oversee mental health response, violence prevention and victim services as part of a broader strategy to reduce non-criminal demands on NYPD
“The result of it was galling,” Commissioner Jessica Tisch stated. “We had executives that had multiple, three, four, five…kitted-out vehicles assigned to them personally.”
Police officials warned the proposal could impact recruitment and expose officers to legal risk; some chiefs said officers could face consequences whether they chose to intervene or not
NYPD
Madison Square Garden invites New Yorkers to submit ‘Thank You’ videos for star-studded NYPD tribute
Madison Square Garden CEO James Dolan is hosting an invite-only concert for 15,000 officers, and New Yorkers are being asked to join the campaign with tribute videos
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Video of a traffic stop by a Kentucky crime interdiction team has generated close to a million views, negative headlines and lots of online chatter
The app’s police-tracking feature notifies drivers of any nearby law enforcement vehicles and patrol activity
Assembly Bill 392 is a difficult web to untangle
The rapid movement of the killer from one scene to the next made the attacks incredibly disorienting and highly complicated the police response
Law enforcement leaders may feel the need to speak out when inflammatory statements are made against police – here are some things to remember
The LEOSA Reform Act would expand where current and retired officers can carry a concealed firearm
PRODUCT NEWS
“The Insight LPR camera in Hartland provided the crucial lead we needed to get this operation underway,” said Lieutenant Sell of the Livingston County Sheriff’s Office. “Its ability to capture and deliver vehicle information in real time allowed us to take quick, decisive action that led to the safe recovery of the victims.”
TRULEO software will automate review of 100% of the department’s BWC footage
Report explores how public safety professionals use and apply powerful digital investigative solutions
“Insight LPR’s quick response and advanced technology were crucial in maintaining security and identifying potential threats. Their support made a significant difference in the success of this high-profile event,” Lieutenant Chad Sell said
Wedge flashlights now available in orange and lime green; Wedge XT adds silver
Smith & Warren marks a century of excellence in badge designing and manufacturing
The deployment allows officers to use their smartphones as both mobile and desktop workstations to reduce reliance on traditional laptops
Law enforcement agencies are considering opening small incinerators of their own — with state help
T-Mobile support helps responders keep the game, the city and the fans safe
The Jackson PD will use the money to maintain the LPR system that has been in operation since 2022; the sheriff’s office will continue its contract with the LPR vendor Flock Safety