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.
This could be the year we finally drop below 100 line-of-duty deaths — a goal many once believed was out of reach
The ambush killings of Officers Anthony Wallace and Matthew Tokuoka gave recruits a sobering introduction to the reality of sacrifice in policing
Resources for a successful start to a law enforcement career, from the academy physical test and beyond
There are many lessons to be shared from the partnership between the Eugene Police Department and CAHOOTS to deliver mental health outreach
Even if you are not a campus cop, you should be familiar with the requirements of this federal law
Paramedic Johnathan Harrison said a tragic incident on his job inspired him to create a device that would make 911 callers’ homes more visible to first responders
The man who was arrested Friday left notes on police vehicles that read, “F*** Police, F*** Trump, Vote Jesus,” officials said
Police Commissioner Michael Harrison said it was done to increase officers’ visibility in the community
St. Louis has seen a huge spike in shootings, both fatal and non-fatal, since June
The officer was not injured by gunfire that struck the patrol car three times
Police leadership must elevate the importance of being prepared for a threat of this type
Video series educates law enforcement about opioids, substance abuse and resources
When we listen to someone’s story, we just might find that the difference between ourselves and the person we encounter is razor-thin
If you practice all the ‘what-ifs,’ you will be ready to respond to any call, even the one you dread the most
A rookie quickly finds out that not everyone you encounter is pleased to see the cops
Typical police procedures combined with characteristics of autism can cause misunderstandings that result in a negative interaction
By next year, the city expects to deploy a sound sensor system called ShotSpotter
The suspect managed to get away from his escorting officer and leap into the bay, officials said
The de-escalation tactics used by the officers saved the 69-year-old’s life, said Bridgewater Police Chief Christopher Delmonte
Several states saw a doubling in the number of tickets issued for speeds exceeding 100 mph compared to the same period last year
What the research shows about how sleep loss impacts police performance and officer safety
The suspect slipped through the open window of a police cage, kicked an officer and stole a parked police car
Interim Police Chief Adrian Diaz said he’s moving cops out of specialty units and into patrol to cut back on overtime and improve 911 response times
Officer Mabry of the Virginia Beach Police Department admires the view after patrolling the oceanfront
A police badge is deeply symbolic and should always be honored by those who carry its weight
When you see another officer using force that you know is unreasonable, you are required to intercede
Of importance is to show your communities you are part of the 99% who put the uniform on daily and carry out their duties with dignity and pride
Throughout our police careers, we are told to intervene if we see another officer doing something wrong or illegal, but it is unclear exactly what we should do
With the current spotlight on police reform, we need to be first to the table to discuss a new way forward
Software allows patrol officers to monitor incoming 911 calls in their immediate area providing the ability to hear information in real time
The bill is based on a practice in Philadelphia known as “scoop and run”
Duluth Police Chief Mike Tusken shared the officer’s post, writing that ‘being a cop in 2020 is as tough as it gets’
Considerations following an officer-involved shooting
