Bike patrol
Bike patrol units offer a high-visibility, proactive community policing presence that is budget-friendly for any size department. In this Police1 topic section, learn how to set up one of these special operations units in your community, see their impact in action and for officers already working the two-wheeled beat, learn why these gear investments are worth every penny.
As the use of e-bikes by law enforcement agencies increases, so does the need to understand the safe storage, care and charging of e-bike batteries
From quality and appropriate cycling shoes to upgrading your ballistic vest, here are some simple and essential items to add to your safety and comfort
Follow these tips for police officers to protect your skin and eyes from the sun while on patrol
When you absolutely need to write something down make sure you have a weatherproof Rite in the Rain notebook
The Interceptor features a 750-1,000-watt heavy duty mid-drive motor powered by a 48-volt 21Ah Panasonic battery pack. The nine speed Shimano drive train is paired with a throttle and five levels of pedal assist
The personal patrol vehicles offer several surprising benefits at a sprawling downtown college campus
The department has 31 certified bike officers and all officers ride in at least a part-time capacity
My top 3 choices for lights at this year’s SHOT Show are a gun light, a headlamp and a terrific backup to a duty light
The gigantic exhibit hall showcases products and technology aimed to improve officer efficiency and safety
Kelly Fisher Goodwin described the police academy as one of the most challenging things she has ever done
Cayce Police say the bikes will reduce costs to taxpayers and reduce carbon emissions
$52,000 will be spent to pay retired homicide detectives to consult on cold cases
Police officers in Pennsylvania take their new e-bikes out for a spin
Before or once you have purchased your duty e-bikes, deployment, officer safety and tactics considerations must be addressed prior to use
Setina’s push bumper police bike rack streamlines bike theft response and improves patrol car safety during transport in Portland, Oregon
From drive unit selection to the class of e-bike, there are multiple considerations to take into account
Use of electric bicycles by law enforcement continues to increase. However, there’s more to consider than you think
From bike patrols focused on eliminating distracted driving to “walk-and-talk” foot patrols, Norwood PD brings together cops with the community
Walking the beat is a fundamental element to community policing
Two Philadelphia police officers were praised for going the extra mile after helping a young girl ride her bike
Bike patrol units offer a high-visibility, proactive community policing presence that is budget-friendly for any size department
Bike cops have the advantage of zooming through alleys to keep eye-level watch and a slow-moving friendly force
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Some of this stuff is designed specifically for cops, and some can be adapted for police use
The bicycles can be used to enhance ‘saturation patrols in problem areas of the city’