Joanna Putman

Associate Editor

Joanna Putman is an Associate Editor and newswriter at Police1, where she has been covering law enforcement topics since August 2023. Based in Orlando, Florida, Joanna holds a journalism degree from the University of Florida and spent two years working in nonprofit local newsrooms, gaining experience in community-focused reporting. Married to a law enforcement officer, she brings a personal perspective to their work, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of those who serve and protect. Have a news tip? Email her at jkeen@lexipol.com.

LATEST ARTICLES

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Video shows Utah explosives detection K-9 jump from overpass

Park City Police K-9 Bruno sustained two broken legs and a jaw injury and is recovering at home; a review found that his handler acted in accordance with standard K-9 tactics

October 16, 2026 12:52 PM

Joanna Putman

Officer Misconduct / Internal Affairs

Ga. officer fired for sharing ALPR access with ICE officer husband, disciplinary docs allege

The Savannah Police officer was fired after an internal audit found extensive use of the Flock system under her account; the couple attributed the nearly 1,000 searches to her husband

October 16, 2026 11:32 AM

Joanna Putman

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BWC: 2 N.J. SWAT officers shot while executing search warrant, suspect killed

The suspect, who was paralyzed from a prior shootout with police, opened fire as the Atlantic City PD SWAT team breached the door, striking one officer in the leg and one on his helmet

October 15, 2026 12:26 PM

Joanna Putman

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BWC: Suspect in shooting of Colo. officer arrested after 2-day manhunt

Thornton PD credited residents who reported sightings of the suspect and several partner agencies with facilitating the arrest; the wounded officer is expected to recover

October 15, 2026 11:25 AM

Joanna Putman

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‘Oh sh**': BWC video shows suspected copper thief diving head-first through glass window

“A suspect took the phrase ‘Make a break for it’ a little too literally!” the Oklahoma County Sheriff’s Office stated in the release; the man had left his ID behind and was quickly arrested

October 14, 2026 12:20 PM

Joanna Putman

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BWC: Suspect in stolen vehicle repeatedly rams cruisers, nearly hitting Ohio officers

Kettering PD Chief Christopher N. Protsman released a statement expressing disappointment that the suspect was sentenced to probation, despite his criminal record

October 14, 2026 11:36 AM

Joanna Putman

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BWC: Ohio officer shot by suspect hiding behind shed, who later died in shootout

Body camera video shows a Youngstown officer struggling to release his handgun from a jam after his partner was shot

October 13, 2026 01:02 PM

Joanna Putman

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Bodycam video shows fatal OIS of Ga. donkey

One Cedartown officer activated his TASER’s electrical arc in an effort to scare the donkey away, while another officer fatally shot it

October 13, 2026 11:06 AM

Joanna Putman

Officer Down

S.D. deputy dies days after shootout with suspect

Minnehaha Sheriff’s Deputy Katherine Frank, 26, died days after she was shot while responding to a call at a residence

October 13, 2026 09:23 AM

Joanna Putman

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The Police1 Beat

What’s the best career move in law enforcement? Police1 readers weigh in

Readers pointed to specialty assignments, agency changes and promotions as career-defining moves, and said leadership readiness hinges on competence, humility and service

October 12, 2026 05:42 PM

Joanna Putman