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BREAKING NEWS
Representatives for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security defend the face coverings, arguing that identifying officers subjects to them to retaliation and violence
Surveillance footage shows the suspect vehicle pulling up alongside the Greenville police officer’s cruiser, followed by visible sparks striking the driver’s side of the patrol car
Baltimore officers pursued the suspect vehicle until it crashed into a barrier on a dead-end road; when officers approached the vehicle, the driver suddenly reversed in the direction of an officer
The former trooper is charged with first-degree falsely reporting an incident, misuse of 911, evading responsibility and failure to drive in the established lane
“[Commander Scott Aaron] served our department and community with the utmost dedication, compassion, and professionalism,” Oxnard PD Chief Jason Benites stated
St. Louis Officer David Lee was killed when Ramon Chavez-Rodriguez, who had drugs and alcohol in his system, lost control of his vehicle and crashed into Lee
NYPD
The suspect barricaded himself in a hospital room with the weapon before cutting himself and threatening to injure others
LAPD officers stepped in to secure the scene as protesters broke through the U-Haul’s windows in an attempt to hurt the driver
Portland Police Chief Bob Day confirmed reports by DHS that the individuals who allegedly drove at agents before the shooting were tied to the gang
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
A Riverside case involving disabled veteran plates touches on police discipline, military service, due process and public perception
A shooting outside the White House Correspondents’ Dinner shows how fast a high-profile event can turn into a critical incident — and what officers must do to be ready
Officers’ alleged ICE welfare check at schools reveals confusion over 287(g) and local authority limits
A viral video raises a bigger question for police leaders: How do warning signs of bias go unaddressed — and what should agencies do now?
From crime concerns to cultural signals, public support for policing is rebounding
Incidents across multiple states point to recurring issues with overtime, supervision and internal controls
PRODUCT NEWS
More than 20 agencies across Spokane County to enhance collaboration and improve community safety
Compact, rechargeable flashlight now also comes in blue, purple and red
New technology provides attorney-informed solutions for digital evidence management
Acquisition adds robust data collection and analytics to build the first holistic predictive performance software solution for public safety agencies
California agencies are improving transparency, communication, and service within their communities through automated response and case updates over text and email
Solutions will improve experience for 3,600 total users in the state
The Facilities Management module provides organizations with a centralized platform for all facility-related information, enabling informed decision-making
Firm’s subject-matter experts will evaluate technologies, operations, policies, and more
Versaterm acquires Integrated Computer Systems (ICS) to expand CAD and RMS offerings to all agencies
Public safety agencies can now choose flexible, right-sized CAD and RMS solutions from Versaterm’s purpose-built ecosystem
“First responders have one of the most emotionally demanding jobs in public service,” said Corey Roberts, Chief Executive Officer of Mindbase. “We developed Mindbase...to support individuals who may be struggling with on-the-job stress”