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

Wellness

N.M. sheriff’s office extends 4-day workweek pilot with 2 hours of wellness time per shift

The Santa Fe Sheriff’s Office’s 4/8/40 schedule pays deputies for working four 10-hour shifts, while they can use 2 hours per shift to work out, go to counseling or do other activities

April 25, 2025 11:46 AM

Joanna Putman

Police Heroes

Photos: Devarjaye “DJ” Daniel reaches goal of being sworn in by 1,000 police departments

DJ, who has battled cancer since 2018, was sworn into more than 200 law enforcement agencies during a single ceremony in Berkeley, Missouri

April 24, 2025 12:52 PM

Joanna Putman

LAPD

LAPD seizes nearly $4M in stolen cargo, arrests 2 South American theft group members

The stolen merchandise included tequila, pet food and personal care products, as well as a shipment of bitcoin mining computers valued at $2.7 million

April 24, 2025 11:26 AM

Joanna Putman

Officer-Involved Shootings

BWC: Agitated Fla. man points gun at stranger’s front door before fatal OIS

Lake County deputies found the man demanding to be let into a house; when a deputy refused to enter, the man began banging on the door and pointed a gun at the window

April 24, 2025 11:16 AM

Joanna Putman

Mont. officers, sergeants caught playing ‘crime bingo’ while on duty

Legal

Mont. officers, sergeants investigated after participating in ‘Midshift Bingo’

The customized cards included categories such as ” Foot pursuit for arrestable offense,” “Apply TQ or chest seal” and “Butt-ass naked”

April 23, 2025 01:25 PM

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Officer-Involved Shootings

BWC: Woman strikes N.D. officer with car, throwing him into a fence before fatal OIS

The woman struck the Bismarck PD officer with such force that he was thrown over a snowbank and disarmed

April 23, 2025 11:46 AM

Joanna Putman

Officer Down

Rookie Texas deputy killed after being struck by debris from passing vehicle

Dawson County Deputy Jessie Perez had served with the sheriff’s office for eight months; he also served with the volunteer fire department and as an EMT

April 23, 2025 10:34 AM

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Entertainment

Fla. sheriff’s office names actor, former pro-wrestler Dave Bautista as honorary deputy

“Big love and thanks to … [WWE Global Ambassador Titus O’Neil] and Sheriff [Chad Chronister] for the honor and for everything you do for this community,” Bautista said

April 22, 2025 12:34 PM

Joanna Putman

Ore. PD officers make multiple arrests, seize vehicles and firearms during street takeovers

Traffic Safety

Ore. police disrupt street takeover, seize firearms and make arrests

Portland police and partner agencies seized firearms and issued over 30 citations during a coordinated street takeover enforcement mission

April 22, 2025 12:25 PM

Joanna Putman

Colo. PD sees boost in applications, academy class sizes

Police Recruitment

Colo. PD hiring surge strengthens patrol, lowers response times

“There’s a lot to being a police officer — more than what you see on TV,” Aurora Police Captain Justin Shipley said. “But they absorb it all, and they’re excited to get out here”

April 22, 2025 11:42 AM

Joanna Putman