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The Detroit officers fired shots into the vehicle, wounding the suspects; the suspect then drove the car forward, striking and dragging officer
Elk Grove has secured a FAA waiver to operate Flock Safety’s radar-based DFR system, eliminating the need for human observers when flying drones at optimal heights
The plaintiffs, including Adams County Sheriff Gene Claps, claimed that a former sheriff forced them to resign in 2019 after they refused to support his election campaign
Lady Lake Police Sgt. Michelle Bilbrey stopped the man for having a license plate attached to a pickup truck it didn’t belong to that also had a fake expiration sticker
From 2023 to 2024, robberies dropped by 10%, carjackings fell by 32% and motor vehicle theft decreased by 24%, according to the Council on Criminal Justice’s report
“The news of Chief [Avery] Moore’s resignation today was a difficult one,” Mayor Victoria Woodards said. “...I think Tacoma is a better place because he chose to work here.”
Former LaSalle officer Erik Hernandez will be sentenced up to six years in April after entering a plea deal in the 2023 shooting case
“Many of these drones were also hobbyists...that enjoy flying drones. In time, it got worse due to curiosity,” White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt announced
“This initiative underscores our dedication to our residents, our environment, and our economic viability,” Sterling Heights Mayor Michael Taylor said
TRENDING NEWS
COLUMNISTS & EXPERTS
Public safety leaders need to evaluate the impact of executive orders and policy pronouncements on their departments and communities
Trump’s Executive Order expands law enforcement’s authority, granting access to new tools and resources for countering cartel-driven narcotics operations
From reversing police reform orders to promoting AI and expanding police resources, here’s what has unfolded since January 20
Understanding the repeal of the Windfall Elimination Provision (WEP) and Government Pension Offset (GPO)
Explore how retired law enforcement officers can navigate LEOSA authority and liability to enhance executive protection strategies
Bodycam footage lays bare two officers’ shocking inaction during a man’s final moments, exposing a profound betrayal of their duty to protect life
PRODUCT NEWS
Use real-time, high-quality video footage to make informed decisions
With the support of Flock Safety, EGPD has secured a groundbreaking FAA waiver to operate Flock’s radar-based DFR system, eliminating the need for human observers when flying drones at optimal heights to calls for service
Collaboration allows gNext customers to leverage LiveU’s IP-bonded connectivity
“The idea is for officers to learn how to deal with their emotions by being aware of what they’re going through and what others are going through,” said Warren Police Lt. Brent Chisholm
Multi-fuel long gun light delivers 1,000 lumens and 22,000 candela
“It’s a tremendous honor to be recognized in the GovTech 100 for our growing contributions to the public sector,” said Shane Evangelist, CEO of NEOGOV
New program of offers discounts based on existing drone fleets. No trade-ins required.