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Here is a quick way to incorporate skill-based, scenario training into your use of force training program
Shot nine times while patrolling alone in a remote location, Young shares the survival lessons of his brutal attack
A reporter being hit by a vehicle during a live news report highlighted the danger of working near roadway incidents – a danger that proved fatal for two LEOs this past week
BPD detectives will continue to investigate after an outside review concluded Sean Suiter died by suicide
New guide addresses the types of cyber attacks LEOs should watch for
Organization seeking to lower cop deaths to below 100 per year finds new leadership in former officer
In this free guide, we explore the latest law enforcement tactics and training for combating the opioid epidemic
If SROs are expected to be our school’s first line of defense, we must provide these officers with the best specialized tactical training and equipment possible
Video will show LEOs how to protect themselves from deadly substance, react
Dashboard camera footage shows suspect running towards officers with item in hand
Woman fled traffic stop because she had suspended license
Prosecutors say man’s charges include multiple counts of felony assault
Police: Stun gun, low-lethal shotgun round failed to stop suspect
The officer was able to safely evacuate one adult and six children
The deputies were left critically injured after the shooting
Stolen van driven into oncoming traffic leaves one cop in serious condition
Man allegedly shot Sgt. Scott Lunger in head, thigh during 2015 traffic stop
Suspect was found in church pew with gun before shooting at officers
The ex-officer told jurors he felt he had to fire at a vehicle because he thought his partner was in danger of being run over
Passerby watches suspect stab victim in chest, pursues while on phone with police
Man tells cops they’ll “have to shoot” seconds before being TASERed
Citizens who assist officers during difficult arrests instead of filming them will receive $500
Conference will feature a trade show, networking opportunities, seminars and more
Proposal would cut manufacturing quotas for the six most frequently misused opioids including fentanyl, oxycodone
Police in St. Clair County are grieving the loss of a fellow officer after he was fatally shot and two others injured Friday
With a proper holster and a reasonable amount of practice, a J-frame revolver can be drawn with the same speed as a duty gun
Compared to many police agencies around the world, the average cop in the United States is woefully under-equipped
Some of the weapons Charles Martin Ellis, 64, allegedly sold ended up being linked to various crimes in Nev. and Calif.
Rafael Caballero, 51, was threatening to harm himself when he pointed gun at cops
Undercover cop was attempting to arrest a suspected prostitute when she stabbed him in the hand
Officers came into contact with what authorities believe was fentanyl when suspects tried to dispose of the substance by tossing it out of a window
Cell phone footage of the altercation shows the suspect trying to fight off the officer and making multiple attempts to reach for the officer’s gun
The officer leaves behind a wife, Anna, and their 8-year-old son