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“With the temperature dropping and daylight fading,” Ocean Township Police said, the drone was able to locate the teenager, who was actively evading the search
An investigation of bank records found that checks made out from the narcotics program were allegedly deposited into Former New Haven PD Chief Karl Jacobson’s personal bank account
Chief Todd Bettison said he was satisfied with the police board’s decision to suspend the officers without pay; one of the officers is suing the department, claiming she did not violate policy
After being struck, the officer fired shots in the direction of the vehicle, causing a graze wound to the driver; the three suspects, all 14 years old, were arrested
Wisconsin Rapids officers used a tire deflation device and a drone to apprehend the suspect, who stole an ambulance with a patient still secured in the rear compartment
The city is one of 11 U.S. host locations preparing for the event and is seeking a portion of the $625 million in federal grants offered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security
Hahira Officer Caleb Abney was inside his patrol vehicle with emergency lights on when a Camaro veered onto the shoulder and struck his vehicle
Michael Black jammed the gun with his hand and other bystanders put the shooter in a chokehold, subduing the suspect before he died from a self-inflicted gunshot, authorities said
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Officers facing civil actions for the excessive use of force may have an additional opportunity to obtain dismissal prior to trial
The continuing challenge with preparation for attacks like Parkland is that each is unique enough to defy any template for prevention and response
Proponents say it would significantly improve the prison system. Opponents say there are loopholes that would allow dangerous criminals to be released from prison
Many new restrictions will impact law enforcement officers
From lip sync battles to policing the homeless to immigration enforcement, 2018 was a big year for issues in law enforcement
It’s critical that we ask and answer the questions that arise from this new information




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National survey shows strong support for AI adoption and a growing demand for cloud-native, data-driven, integrated mobile systems to improve efficiency and outcomes
Teledyne FLIR and L3Harris Technologies Inc are the key players
Rechargeable weapon light has nearly five times the candela output of previous model
Operative IQ’s Facilities Management solution provides a centralized platform for storing facility data, scheduling maintenance, and tracking inspections
Elk Grove has secured a FAA waiver to operate Flock Safety’s radar-based DFR system, eliminating the need for human observers when flying drones at optimal heights
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With the support of Flock Safety, EGPD has secured a groundbreaking FAA waiver to operate Flock’s radar-based DFR system, eliminating the need for human observers when flying drones at optimal heights to calls for service
Collaboration allows gNext customers to leverage LiveU’s IP-bonded connectivity
Multi-fuel long gun light delivers 1,000 lumens and 22,000 candela
“It’s a tremendous honor to be recognized in the GovTech 100 for our growing contributions to the public sector,” said Shane Evangelist, CEO of NEOGOV

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