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Respondents to Police1’s “What Cops Want” survey cite media portrayal and political rhetoric as key drivers of hostility. Here are four strategies to help agencies push back and rebuild trust
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A traffic stop leads to finding guns and marijuana, with social media proving illegal possession of firearms
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The suspect commented on multiple Polk County Sheriff’s Office Facebook posts, taunting deputies for failing to apprehend him; two weeks later, he was in custody
“In the police department, we do ride-alongs. Does fire do sleepovers?”
Showing the person behind the badge helps law enforcement communicators counter anti-police sentiment and build public trust — but success depends on context and timing
Tributes ranged from the Police Unity Tour to K-9 memorial services, with federal and local leaders reaffirming support for law enforcement
The Southlake Police Department’s witty traffic campaign, featuring “Poe Poe on Muh Window,” has racked up over a million views
JCPenney called — they want their catalog back
A tragedy involving a law enforcement family member demands precise, trauma-informed messaging to preserve trust and prioritize those most impacted
Today’s criminals sell stolen goods online, hide behind burner accounts and encrypted apps, and leave few physical traces — OSINT helps you follow their digital footprints
As vigilante justice groups target child predators, law enforcement must ask: Where are we falling short?
As conspiracy theories swirled and social media lit up, Sheriff Kevin McMahill navigated a high-profile crisis with calm, transparency and command presence — here’s how he did it
From a new roller skate unit to “free” helicopter rides to jail, law enforcement used satire to connect with their communities
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”
Built on pride, purpose and self-leadership, this video is inspiring the next generation to serve
The Fort Worth Police Department created its “diss track” in response to a Dallas Police recruiting billboard installed in Fort Worth
Respondents report a “death drop” in constituent engagement on Twitter/X while also reporting that Facebook continues to reign supreme
Creative, engaging content — like a mischievous holiday elf — can strengthen community connections and ensure critical messages reach the public when it matters most
From Bloomington PD’s viral “ex-lover special” to witty police-themed valentines, PDs are using humor to engage communities this Valentine’s Day
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The Office of the Inspector General for the NYPD reprimanded top cops for posts that served to “diminish senior law enforcement officers in the eyes of the public.”
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The Western Australia Police Force set out to create a powerful police recruitment video to attract recruits committed to policing the world’s largest jurisdiction
Capt. Gary Berg said the police officer’s actions were in line with his training
“The Commission’s decision finds the Appellant’s tweets to be protected speech and are not just cause for his termination,” a decision by the Massachusetts Civil Service Commission states
The video led to a frisk and concealed firearm discovery, sparking debate over reasonable suspicion and the legality of the search
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The series sheds light on the narratives behind the most intense crime scenes, emphasizing the role of cameras in apprehending criminals and ensuring their conviction
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