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

Man arrested after ramming 10 vehicles, leading Texas officers on nearly 1.5-hour pursuit

Harris County SWAT officers used tear gas to take the suspect into custody after deputies used spike strips to stop the “military style” vehicle

January 06, 2026 05:31 PM

Joanna Putman

LAPD

BWC: Man who fired shots at LAPD helicopter taken into custody after SWAT standoff

A K-9 assisted in arresting the suspect, who initially refused to drop his gun until officers fired shots at him

January 06, 2026 11:39 AM

Joanna Putman

Officer Down

Texas deputy constable working off-duty security shift ‘executed’ by suspect, chief says

Caldwell County Deputy Constable Aaron Armstrong attempted to arrest a suspect he had escorted out of the club when he was shot; he returned fire before collapsing

January 06, 2026 11:25 AM

Joanna Putman

Police1 Grants

Bipartisan bill aimed at providing officers with standardized trauma kits signed into law

The law directs the DOJ to work with LE and medical experts to set minimum standards for trauma kits purchased with Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funds

January 05, 2026 05:04 PM

Joanna Putman

Community Relations

Pa. police department to shut down operations after 99 years of service

The New Holland Police Department announced that as of Jan. 1, the West Earl Township Police Department is providing policing for its service area

January 05, 2026 11:45 AM

Joanna Putman

Artificial Intelligence

Utah PD testing AI report writing software shares comical error caused by ‘The Princess and the Frog’

A Heber City officer was mistakenly written as turning into a frog after an AI report-writing program picked up a movie playing in the background

January 05, 2026 11:19 AM

Joanna Putman

Body Camera

Video: Suspect in multiple fatal shootings struck by 2 cars, shot by Okla. officers during attempted carjackings

The man allegedly shot multiple people in different locations before fleeing from Oklahoma City police; officers fatally shot him after he repeatedly pointed a gun at passing cars

December 30, 2025 11:17 AM

Joanna Putman

Officer Down

Tenn. deputy killed in on-duty crash

Deputy Justin Mowery, 30, of the Blount County Sheriff’s Office, died while attempting to stop a motorcycle that refused to pull over

December 30, 2025 11:02 AM

Joanna Putman

Officer Down

Fla. SRO dies from medical emergency after 15-hour shift

Corporal Marcial Rodriguez had served with the Citrus County Sheriff’s Office for more than 25 years

December 29, 2025 05:45 PM

Joanna Putman

Body Camera

BWC: Tenn. officers rescue woman in crisis from bridge ledge

“Different agencies, one mission,” the Tennessee Highway Patrol stated. “Save a life. And they did ... If you are struggling, please hear this. You matter, and help is available.”

December 29, 2025 05:44 PM

Joanna Putman