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DHS pointed blame at the Hanover Park Police Department for hiring Radule Bojovic, accused of overstaying his visa; the agency said that Bojovic held federal work authorization
Officers spoke with the man for several minutes, deploying TASERs multiple times before the man stepped toward them, wielding the shard, prompting them to fire shots
The recruit began the hiring process with NOPD in June 2025 and passed a background check, including screening through the FBI’s National Crime Information Center and E-Verify
Federal agents were attempting to apprehend the 34-year-old Arizona man during a traffic stop near Arivaca, Arizona, when he fled and shot at a Border Patrol helicopter and at agents
Assembly Bill 1627 would prohibit ICE officers from serving in any California state or local police agency or working as teachers, administrators or staff in public schools
The new statute bars employers from disciplining police officers and other paid first responders who seek treatment and requires reinstatement once they are cleared to return to duty
Former Fairfax County Sgt. Wesley Shifflett was convicted of reckless handling of a firearm, but an independent auditor’s review found his use of deadly force justified
Commissioner Michael Cox attributed the police department’s non-compliance to the Boston Trust Act, which prohibits BPD from cooperating with ICE on civil immigration detainers
The new tools synthesize 911 audio, video and radio data into a unified intelligence thread designed to speed response, improve accuracy, and reduce workload for dispatchers and first responders while preserving human oversight
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
While not much is finalized at this point, many important issues that will impact law enforcement funding need to be looked at
Jim and Doug discuss the sixth pillar of Obama’s 21st Century Policing task force report
Jim and Doug discuss the fifth pillar of Obama’s 21st Century Policing task force report
Failure to effectively communicate during multidisciplinary response may result in serious repercussions
Jim and Doug discuss the fourth pillar of Obama’s 21st Century Policing task force report
There is nothing in the tea leaves to suggest Gorsuch will be antagonistic toward our nation’s law enforcement, in fact the opposite appears to be in evidence
PRODUCT NEWS
Representing three years of intensive research and development, the P7K9 Vest provides unmatched coverage, mobility, and protection for K9 units
The new C-40X-2 Mobile Command Vehicle enhances law enforcement capabilities with cutting-edge features and technology
FaSTR DNA v1.2 features review module, ScanPoint view mode
“Without the SIRAS, we would have had to wait for the SWAT team to set a perimeter. Then we would have had to wait for the sun to come up, which would have been several hours afterwards,” explained Scotts Bluff County Sheriff’s Sgt. Bliss. “The deputies would have then walked the field, placing themselves in harm’s way.”
The Inc. 5000 list highlights the most innovative and dynamic companies driving the American economy
The RTCC is designed to provide a comprehensive view of citywide activities
Officers engaged in a diverse range of courses to enhance real-world tactical skills
LASD and LAPD will use real time crime centers to give officers instant access to information, helping them stop crimes in progress and enhance public safety
Dedrone’s smart airspace security technology integrates with Axon’s public safety platform
“With so many important and unique features, it’s important to mention the remarkable resilience i-PRO and Arbitrator products have demonstrated in the field,” said David O’Connor, Director, i-PRO Public Safety Product Management