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A public building protest should not surprise any police leader, especially when organizers clearly state that as their intent
Just because one officer doesn’t like a certain tactic doesn’t mean it’s not feasible
An officer recounts the reasoning behind his decision not to use deadly force
Over 100 officers were on the plane returning from Police Week in DC
Officer David Glasser’s family stood by President Trump’s side as he declared May 15 Peace Officers Memorial Day
The officer was uninjured
One person was charged with assaulting a police officer
Investigators linked Frederick Davis to the arson by DNA and comparing audio from the 9-1-1 calls and a courtroom appearance
In addition to using the list to identify possible victims or suspects, the department uses it to warn those with the highest scores that they are at risk of being involved in gun violence
The mother told Joshua Webb’s father that she believed their son was depressed, but the father said he never saw any indications of that when he spoke with his son
Betty Jo Shelby pleaded not guilty to first-degree manslaughter in the death of Terence Crutcher
The officer was transported to a hospital with non-life-threatening injuries
One officer was pinned against another vehicle and hit by debris
Officers were investigating reports of a domestic disturbance when Police Chief Arnold “Butch” Amthor was shot
Deputy Kory Shaffer is survived by his wife and two daughters
Police are still searching for the suspect
Deputy Sheriff Mason Moore is survived by his wife and three children
Four women started first aid on the victim until paramedics arrived
The move followed Trump’s remarks to police and families of fallen officers at the annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service outside the U.S. Capitol
The legislation would create a new felony offense for intentionally causing serious physical injury to a K-9 or police horse
James Henderson III pleaded guilty to five murder charges
Earlier in the day, Trump signed a proclamation and said he would enlist the DOJ to develop strategies to prevent and prosecute violent crimes against LE
Police Chief Marlon Walker is considering a lawsuit against the restaurant
The deputies were working at a bar when they fatally shot a gunman who opened fire in the parking lot
A jury found the fire department retaliated against former fire investigator Crystal Eschert for raising questions about the safety of construction work at a new office building
Officer Chris Green nearly died after coming in contact with fentanyl during an arrest. Narcan saved his life
Police say the suspects were killed when their vehicle hit a tree and burst into flames during a high speed pursuit
The program’s goal is to identify agencies conducting unique and innovative programs aimed to reduce risk factors and sharing the results with the LE community
Nearly 20 retired officers showed up for the service and stood at attention as a wreath was laid at the memorial that honors fallen officers’ service
Martin Jones is serving a 50-year sentence after being convicted of shooting Scott Johnson in 2010
Authorities say Thomas Hartless had a history of violence, including against the nurse who was among the slain
K-9 Kasper is in stable condition