Police News
Find the most up-to-date police news on patrol, investigation, law enforcement leadership, recruiting, staffing, training, and police officer safety.
Want more breaking news delivered straight to your inbox? Sign up for our newsletter and be the first to learn about law enforcement news happening across the industry.
BREAKING NEWS
The man, suspected in a shooting, fled from Racine County Sheriff’s deputies before being captured and arrested across the street from a corrections center
Travis County District Attorney José Garza said his office is not seeking charges against the officers who fatally shot a gunman during a downtown mass shooting
The state added 68 officers in 2025, but population growth outpaced hiring, further lowering staffing levels, Washington Association of Sheriffs and Police Chiefs data shows
After being shot in the hand, the San Jose sergeant returned fire before a second round struck him in the head
The Volusia County deputy was working with a trainee on his eighth day of patrol when a suspect opened fire; despite being wounded, he broadcast suspect details before being rushed to a trauma center
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
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
How can cops prepare for being told, “We don’t serve your kind around here”?
Two cases recently argued before SCOTUS could narrow or expand warrantless searches – and they could reach back to what police are doing now
The drug landscape in the U.S. over the last decade has shifted, with the opioid threat reaching epidemic levels and impacting significant portions of the country
The average citizen has no idea how much time cops spend searching buildings for intruders, mediating domestic quarrels, or recovering illegal drugs
Rigid, high-stress police academies may be counterproductive; we need to focus more on the why and less on the how
Jim and Doug discuss the ramifications of the new position of the DOJ
PRODUCT NEWS
The new offering positions SoundThinking as a key player in vehicle recognition technology
The award recognizes law enforcement professionals who leverage technology to solve complex cases, demonstrating exceptional dedication and strong community partnerships
Powerful miniature LED light uses alkaline battery; ideal for professional and everyday tasks
The left-hand specific fits are compatible with Glock 17 and Glock 19
CommunityConnect keeps victims informed through text and email updates, providing real-time case progress and court notifications, while gathering feedback through surveys
35-year industry veteran has distinguished background in technology leadership, data-driven innovation and business intelligence
Team Rubicon will be featured in the first ‘Oakley In Service’ film, a new storytelling platform for Oakley Standard Issue dedicated to the selfless efforts of the service community, on and off-duty
Solution provides safety and law enforcement personnel access to stealth electric motorcycles, motorcycle charging and off-grid emergency power
Four major enhancements now available to all Siren users and implementers