Investigations
The Investigations topic area furnishes cops with the latest news, information and strategies used in closing a case and putting bad guys behind bars. This touches on everything that happens between the suspect’s crimes to the final conviction.
The society, which was founded in 1990, is a members-only club in Philadelphia; the group focuses their efforts on solving cold case homicides
Using specialized techniques, investigators unlock critical information for strong cases
Explore how AI is reshaping digital investigations, tackling complex cases and preparing agencies for tomorrow’s policing challenges
Two of the five firearms purchased were used to shoot Burnsville Police Officers Paul Elmstrand and Matthew Ruge and Firefighter-Paramedic Adam Finseth
The report cites Fourth Amendment violations, poor training and inadequate supervision as issues in the Trenton Police Department
Shawn Stines was sheriff of Letcher County when police said he walked into District Judge Kevin Mullins’ chambers, spoke with the judge and then opened fire
The K-9 latched onto the Tombstone Marshal’s Office deputy’s leg and would not let go, causing serious injuries to the deputy’s ankle and leg
After the traffic stop, the man searched online for info about the trooper who pulled him over; he eventually found an address for the trooper’s childhood home
The calls for San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus to resign come after an audit alleged widespread misconduct by her and department leadership
A global survey of over 2,000 LE professionals highlights AI’s transformative impact on digital investigations, uncovering its potential to enhance efficiency and accuracy
San Mateo County Assistant Sheriff Matthew Fox was promoted to the position in September after Sheriff Christina Corpus fired his predecessor
San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus faces several allegations, including retaliation against officers who cooperated with an independent investigation into her office
The arrest occurred after Carlos Tapia complained of an agency culture of “unease and retaliation”; San Mateo Sheriff Christina Corpus denied any allegations of retaliation
As technology evolves and with the explosion of data, police agencies are working to connect critical systems to streamline operations, enhance safety, and improve decision-making
Knowledge and awareness can make domestic violence response safer for the men and women on the frontlines
In abuse cases, there is no limit to the injuries an or investigator might encounter, and one of the most common injuries seen is bruising
Two IDOC officers were shot by Nicholas Umphenour in a hospital ambush that helped an inmate escape; a third CO was mistakenly injured by a Boise PD officer
AI technology is transforming how agencies handle investigations, from expediting case closures to addressing critical staffing shortages
“The public has been greatly misled by a barrage of social media messaging that painted a partial picture of the investigation and triggered violent threats fueled by misinformation”
The search for the driver was canceled and the investigation was opened after NYSP stated it had “reason to believe that the incident did not occur the way it was reported”
Its role in keeping communities safe will only grow – departments have to keep up
The former FBI agent who served as the real-life inspiration for Clarice Starling in “Silence of the Lambs,” takes us behind the scenes of FBI profiling and her ground-breaking career
A state-of-the-art real-time crime center paired with a powerful decision and operations management platform helps APD reduce and prevent violent crime
Fla. sheriff’s office reviews videos showing altercations between LEOs, fans at Florida-Georgia game
“The [Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office] is aware of the videos...from the Georgia-Florida football game,” the office stated. “Administrative reviews of the incidents are being opened”
Investigators say the suspect who set ballot box incendiary devices in Portland and Vancouver was highly skilled in metalwork and welding
Balancing the power of AI with ethical considerations is essential for its responsible use in law enforcement, ensuring both innovation and justice
When disaster strikes, criminals often follow. Explore the specialized techniques that interrogators use to understand, confront and convict disaster-related offenders
The FBI is joining local authorities investigating fires in ballot boxes in Portland and Vancouver
Nicholas Wayne Hamlett, who is wanted for a parole violation, pretended to be a “distressed” hiker to hide his crime, the Monroe County Sheriff’s Office said
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