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How a Boston police officer’s fall down a City Hall playground slide in 2023 became a viral TikTok meme known as the “Boston cop slide”
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Respondents report a “death drop” in constituent engagement on Twitter/X while also reporting that Facebook continues to reign supreme
“It was never our intention to be insensitive, inflammatory, or offensive to anyone,” Villa Rica Police Department said
Officer Candace Kanavel said she plans to use her platform, #YesSheCAN, to promote confidence in women and help them develop situational awareness
The road was shut down while deputies and gator trapper Todd Hardwick wrangled the 250-pound alligator out of the way
“Mom and baby Jack are doing great!” State Police said. “Jack and mom are healthy and appreciative of the outstanding job by our Troopers”
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The driver “was kind enough to make us a new access gate to our motor pool,” the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office said
“Myles and his friends were very excited to see the police cars, fire trucks, ambulance and obviously K-9 Tucker!” the department said
“I took my Halloween mask and thought this should be fun,” Chief Mike Thompson said
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Found in the evidence room without a case number, Sgt. Adam Slater created a Facebook post that led to the scrapbook being returned
Dispatchers originally thought the caller was in distress, but realized two people were talking about which items were best to steal
The horse was found grazing on some grass; officer Nicholas Moreno got in the saddle and rode the horse back to its owner
The sharp uptick has been linked to viral videos that teach people how to start cars with USB cables
“Eventually, after much tom foolery, the critter was captured and removed from the freeway,” state police said
With social media accelerating the spread of information, officers are having to find new ways to inform the public during critical incidents
The deputy was fishing when he found the tiny dolphin swimming in circles and struggling to get above water to breathe
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Regardless of where an incident occurs, agencies invariably face inquiries from community members and the media about their preparedness and response
Two kittens were rescued from a car engine, all while Deputy L. Janezic was still changing a tire in the same parking lot for another citizen
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“The dog was given to an acquaintance of the driver to take care of while the party was in jail. The dog does not face any charges and was let go with just a warning”
The reunion happened nearly two weeks after Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Master Deputy Daniel “Red” delivered baby Lexela on Highway 60 in Plant City
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Officer Toni McBride, who’s seeking more than $5 million in damages, alleges Chief Michel Moore blocked promotions because she refused to remove videos of her at shooting competitions and firing ranges
Police need to understand what law enforcement interests might outweigh the free speech protection of livestreaming – and under what circumstances
The local police union has filed a grievance seeking to overturn the officer’s suspension
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