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BREAKING NEWS
Ryan Michael Bate faces 20 charges, including two counts of capital murder, for the deaths of Sgt. Lee Sorensen and Officer Eric Estrada
The unconventional pursuit ended quickly, with Sandy Springs officers using golf carts to catch the suspect and later debuting a tongue-in-cheek “Fairway Unit”
Suspended since 2020, the Clark PD officers argued that delays in the investigation should bar disciplinary action, but a judge rejected their claims
Jordan Wilmore thought his dream of being a Texas peace officer was over after a 69 on his state exam. Then he got a FaceTime call from the “Big Diesel”
NYPD
Many officers who weighed in following Zohran Mamdani’s win in November warned of mass retirements, reduced morale and increased risk for civilians — concerns resurfacing as he prepares to take office
Nearly 800 local, state and federal law enforcement officials will be deployed downtown during the events, public safety officials said during a news conference
Robert Steinberg joined the Baltimore County SWAT team in 2013 and has been deployed on more than 2,000 assignments during his tenure
Medical
A patient fleeing a medical hold fatally beat a hospital security guard at M Health Fairview Lakes Medical Center, leading to a second-degree murder charge and renewed concerns about workplace violence
More than $600,000 of the $6 million in grants distributed to municipalities in the Pottstown area will go toward purchasing new police cruisers and equipment
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
Redefining secure portable environments
The guide is a reference tool for emergency managers and first responders interested in learning about the products, services and capabilities available with FirstNet, the nationwide public safety broadband network
Virtual event will take place on May 22 and provide expert advice from industry leaders regarding how to combat a dangerous practice that is increasing in frequency and severity
Next generation BearTrap adds 360-degree horizontal rotation feature
The partnership will provide regulatory support, equipment, software, and training to law enforcement and emergency response agencies deploying drones
Durable steel sights deliver exceptional daytime brightness and visibility for Glock owners
Payne County 911 Authority to improve agency coordination and reliability of its 911 system