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BREAKING NEWS
The 16-year-old, who previously faced 275 charges, was held without bond on adult charges, including armed robbery and weapons offenses
Acting ICE director Todd Lyons said many requests involved assault, weapons and drug charges
Antioch officials say the department has revised use of force, pursuit and bias-policing policies amid a multiyear federal compliance deal
The Thurston County sergeant used a convincing K-9 whine to persuade a suspect to comply after fleeing on foot
Video shows the suspect aiming twice before firing, with the round passing through the Fresno PD officer’s hair and knocking off his hat
The suspect rammed multiple patrol vehicles and civilian cars during a pursuit that began with a disturbance call at an IHOP
While officials report no credible threats, major police agencies are increasing patrols at religious, diplomatic and community sites as a precaution
NYPD
The move halts a phased expansion approved under former mayor Eric Adams that would have grown the NYPD to 40,000 officers by 2029
How Austin police officers and first responders moved toward gunfire in 57 seconds — and why mindset matters in active violence
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
This year seemed to be an order for law enforcement to stand down
We’ve seen too many examples of officers being injured in the hands or arms during gunfights to ignore this common pattern of injury
The case of a Mass. cop on paid leave for comments penned in a police association newsletter is a reminder to think before you write
We must expect that religious facilities are primary targets, and take the active measures necessary to protect them from likely attack
Sit-lie laws prohibit sitting or lying on the sidewalk
So-called “safe injection sites” are facilities where drug users would be able to shoot up in an enclosed environment supervised by medical professionals
PRODUCT NEWS
Groundbreaking NIJ Level III design delivers top protection in a lightweight package
Enterprise agreement underscores TRULEO’s commitment to privacy and ethical practices
Visit Booth 75507 in Caesars Forum for hands-on demonstrations of the V-XR Extended Reality Training Headset, V-XR Scenarios, the V-300 Immersive Use of Force Simulator and more
Visit 5.11 during SHOT Show in Caesars Forum at booth #72448
Dyneema HB330 and Dyneema HB332 hard ballistic materials provides a comprehensive solution for advanced personal protection
Use disposable battery or rechargeable battery pack; feature red or green laser
After the dog fell through the ice, the owner tried to rescue it before also falling through
Lexipol, the leading provider of solutions that enhance performance excellence in public safety, will be marking the third annual First Responder Wellness Week March 24-28, 2025
“The new PepperBall Fill System is a game-changer for law enforcement agencies striving for operational efficiency and self-sufficiency,” said Bob Plaschke, CEO of PepperBall
“The VK-SBL PRO PLUS provides officers with the power and adaptability needed for daily patrol or tactical use,” said Joe Buice, Director of Customer Implementation and Success at PepperBall.