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BREAKING NEWS
The agency said 95 troopers were sworn in on July 12; 692 troopers have joined ISP since 2019
After being instructed by Miami-Dade Sheriff’s deputies to show his hands, the suspect claimed he didn’t have any; he was killed in the shootout that ensued
Watch: Texas officer coaxes 4-legged ‘suspect’ into back of cruiser with grass, reads Miranda rights
“If this is your goat, please retrieve him. He’s already trying to promote himself to Sergeant,” the Little Elm Police Department stated
The man fled in his vehicle after a Clearwater County Sheriff’s deputy confronted him over outstanding warrants; after officers stopped his vehicle, he shot a flare gun at them
Officer Jesus Dario Corona had served the Parlier Police Department for two years as a patrol officer and a school resource officer
The two brothers allegedly discussed plans to attack immigration officers, with one of the men saying he was flying to Las Vegas to purchase firearms
U.S. Army Spc. Sarah Beckstrom was killed and U.S. Air Force Staff Sgt. Andrew Wolfe was critically wounded in the attack
“Officer [Edwar] Talia’s quick and heroic actions undoubtedly saved this baby’s life,” the Sterling Heights Police Department stated
After a Cleveland paramedic was violently attacked on a call, University Circle Police launched a free self-defense course for EMTs and crisis responders
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
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
A Virginia town’s overnight loss of its entire police force is a stark example of the strain facing small agencies
A confrontation with a non-compliant semi-truck driver highlights the dangers officers face when engaging drivers inside running vehicles and why an exit strategy matters
As tensions escalate overseas, local agencies may face heightened risks from lone-actor attacks, soft-target threats and possible cyber retaliation
Why 360-degree coverage matters for small protective details
PRODUCT NEWS
Veritone’s AI-powered redaction software enables a primary state law enforcement agency to streamline processes and address ever-increasing FOIA requests
Edenton Police Department Chief said the remote-restraint devices are building trust in his community as they minimize harm to his officers and the residents they are paid to protect
One of the features Greeley Police Chief Adam Turk is most excited about with the real-time information center is the increased capacity for drones
The Ecuadorian National Traffic Commission selected Jenoptik for a 12 year project to make its roads safer
The new software for the Port Authority PD will “empower officers to stay connected and agile in dynamic operational environments,” Mark43 said
Tracy police deployed a BearCat Armored Recovery Vehicle and a drone to respond to a kidnapping where the victim was held at gunpoint by two individuals at a home
The Flock Safety LPR system, installed about a year ago in South Sioux City, has helped police track down 20 stolen vehicles and aided in 3 homicide investigations
“This Liberator HP [hearing protection headset] exclusive marks the beginning of our collaboration with Noveske,” said Timothy Drnec, VP of Marketing for Safariland. “By combining our expertise in protective equipment with Noveske’s renowned craftsmanship, we are able to offer our customers a modern take on range gear.”
Police department uses real-time data insights to enhance information flow between officers and decision makers
This collaboration will enhance public safety operations and modernize technology infrastructure within the nation’s busiest transportation hub