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

Pursuit

Video shows pursuit of suspect following ambush of S.C. officer sitting in cruiser

During the pursuit, the man stopped and opened fire on Greenville County deputies before fleeing; the suspect died from a self-inflicted gunshot wound

February 26, 2026 12:31 PM

Joanna Putman

Officer-Involved Shootings

BWC: Suspect points gun at Dallas SWAT officers during narcotics search warrant

The suspect aimed a firearm at officers as they entered the home to execute a multi-agency drug search warrant, leading to a fatal OIS

February 25, 2026 05:26 PM

Joanna Putman

Traffic Safety

BWC: N.Y. State Police trooper struck after driver blows through stop sign

Trooper Bailey Martin was outside her cruiser when an SUV attempted to make a right turn at high speed; the driver missed the turn and crashed into Martin and her cruiser

February 25, 2026 11:24 AM

Joanna Putman

Officer Down

Texas deputy dies days after being fatally struck by vehicle

Fort Bend County Sheriff’s Deputy Kenneth Lewis was struck by a vehicle while stopping to help a stranded motorist

February 24, 2026 04:09 PM

Joanna Putman

Officer Safety

Video: Md. police cruisers vandalized while responding to street takeover

Two marked Montgomery County Police cruisers were damaged; in one case, an officer was inside when the rear window and windshield were shattered

February 24, 2026 12:34 PM

Joanna Putman

Officer-Involved Shootings

‘Our officer’s a hero': Off-duty Texas officer fatally shoots gunman in barbershop

A man armed with a gun entered a barbershop and began shooting at customers and employees; he was fatally shot by an off-duty Austin Police officer

February 23, 2026 04:11 PM

Joanna Putman

Police Heroes

Las Vegas officer adopts ‘JetBlue’ after responding when dog was abandoned at airport

LVMPD Officer Skeeter Black responded when “JetBlue” was abandoned; Black ensured the pup received care and later completed the adoption through Retriever Rescue of Las Vegas

February 23, 2026 11:57 AM

Joanna Putman

Officer Down

N.C. trooper killed in single-vehicle crash on duty

Master Trooper Stien Davis had served with the North Carolina Highway Patrol for more than 10 years; he was assigned to Troop B, District 7 in Robeson County

February 23, 2026 08:38 AM

Joanna Putman

Securing 2026: What every agency must have in place for high-risk events

Houston seeks nearly $65M in grant funding for officer overtime to police 2026 World Cup events

The city is one of 11 U.S. host locations preparing for the event and is seeking a portion of the $625 million in federal grants offered by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security

February 20, 2026 11:18 AM

Joanna Putman

Officer Down

Ga. officer killed when car strikes patrol vehicle during traffic stop

Hahira Officer Caleb Abney was inside his patrol vehicle with emergency lights on when a Camaro veered onto the shoulder and struck his vehicle

February 20, 2026 09:08 AM

Joanna Putman