Patrol Issues
The Patrol Issues topic page offers news, commentary, analysis, and tactical tips that will help prepare police officers for life on the thin blue line.
Patrol officers are uniquely positioned to take the first investigative step in threat assessment, turning early warning signs into prevention
After attending “too many” police funerals, LAPD homicide detective Pierce Brooks compiled a list of errors that were being repeatedly committed in officer-down cases
While there isn’t a safe place to stand when dealing with vehicles, there are tactics you can use to reduce risk
“The goal is to prevent whatever the situation is from escalating up to the point that force would have had to be used.”
The lesson of both this case and the Byrd decision is that officers should ask any suspect who is not named in the contract about their control and authority to operate the car.
This case encourages officers to accurately and painstakingly report all factors relied upon to conclude there was reasonable suspicion to detain and reasonable suspicion to frisk
The Lafayette PD uses technology like video game engines to train on consequence management, drones in the sky and a digital coaching platform
The Irving Police Department and Irving Fire Department combined forces to offer EMDR therapy, an employee health clinic, wellness incentives and much more
Each year, the NLEOMF presents awards to departments who are committed to increasing officer wellness and reducing line-of-duty deaths or injuries
The appellate court decides whether an officer’s entry into the curtilage of a home was unlawful in a recent case
One thing we need to remember is that homelessness is not a crime. All people need to be treated with dignity and respect
The grants will help local law enforcement agencies create investigative units, increase foot patrol, and purchase advanced surveillance technology and equipment
Having the right resources at hand, and the peace of mind to be able to access them, is critical to crawling out of the pit your trauma has dug for you
The defendant officer was initially denied qualified immunity after fatally shooting a violent subject
By investing in the health of their officers, the New Castle County PD gains a more resilient and effective organization capable of serving their community
Right now, a very dangerous person is preparing for the day they meet you. Are you preparing for them with martial arts training?
Since Aug. 2020, the USPS armed police force of 750 officers, whose role is to protect employees, infrastructure, and customers, has been removed from street patrols
It does no good for a cop to be on scene standing around waiting for folks with the better training and equipment to arrive
What you may be overlooking when considering a Drone as First Responder program
How law enforcement professionals can make better decisions when it comes to engaging in, refraining from or terminating vehicle pursuits
By assessing your feelings, separating the personal from the professional and finding common ground, you can navigate the situation with grace and professionalism
This incident shows good tactics to end an ambush and offers a display of great courage. This is how it is done
The Flagstaff Police Department now has one ZOLL AED Plus defibrillator in every patrol vehicle, funded through a $100K grant from Health First Foundation Northern Arizona and Griffith Blue Heart
How one recruit revealed some wrong-headed thinking
By acknowledging our desire for purpose, professional development, community engagement and work-life balance, departments can attract and retain the best young professionals
This eight-hour class is a great enhancement to the minimal tactical medical training received by most cops
Police chief: “It’s a call that no parent, no chief, no one, wants to get in the middle of the night”
Every time someone attempts to bribe an officer and is released without being charged accordingly, a golden opportunity is missed
The seasoned officer is an endangered species, and the decisions that displaced gray hair catalyzed the brain drain threatening the future of policing in the U.S.
By promoting unbiased decision-making, emotional detachment upholds the principles of fairness and justice that are the backbone of law enforcement
The El Mirage PD uses a cloud-based case management software to provide information and support services to victims impacted by violence and trauma
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