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BWC: Mass. trooper rescues man in crisis from Boston bridge
BWC: Mass. trooper rescues man in crisis from Boston bridge
Trooper Rassan Charles spoke to the man to reassure him, reminding him he wasn't alone and eventually coaxing him off the Tobin Bridge
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December 12, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Tip Sheet: Securing major events in 2026
Tip Sheet: Securing major events in 2026
Concise, actionable tips outlining how police agencies can strengthen planning, close operational gaps and address emerging threats ahead of high-risk events
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December 12, 2025 at 9:48 PM
Ford adds security features, teams up with police to thwart F-150 pickup thieves
Ford adds security features, teams up with police to thwart F-150 pickup thieves
Ford's Stolen Vehicle Services added a “Start Inhibit” feature that allows owners to disable an F-150’s engine from a smartphone; the feature also helps police track the trucks' location
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December 12, 2025 at 8:51 PM
IACP 2025: Why ballistic shields should be standard tools for patrol officers
IACP 2025: Why ballistic shields should be standard tools for patrol officers
Through hard lessons learned, IACP presenters advocate for changing the culture of the dynamic ballistic shield
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December 12, 2025 at 7:54 PM
5 viral fitness trends to kickstart your 2026 goals: A first responder's guide
5 viral fitness trends to kickstart your 2026 goals: A first responder's guide
Which of these viral TikTok fitness trends will you try next?
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December 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Fallen Chicago officer told PD she feared working with ex days before he fatally shot her, lawsuit alleges
Fallen Chicago officer told PD she feared working with ex days before he fatally shot her, lawsuit alleges
The suit states that Officer Carlos Baker shot Officer Krystal Rivera in the back and failed to notify anyone of the shooting or render rudimentary first aid to her
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December 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The case for proper court-tested training in crypto investigations
The case for proper court-tested training in crypto investigations
Why foundational, reproducible, courtroom-ready methods remain the missing piece in effective crypto investigations and victim asset recovery
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December 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
8 more unusual police agencies Police1 readers unearthed
8 more unusual police agencies Police1 readers unearthed
You told us we missed some big ones — from protecting water and wildlife to securing top-secret sites; your recommendations show just how specialized policing can be
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December 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM
The dash and the asterisk: Rethinking 'thank you for your service'
The dash and the asterisk: Rethinking 'thank you for your service'
It's time to match praise with policy for those on the front lines
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December 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
'We stand firmly behind our sergeant': Fla. PD chief supports cop who arrested deputy for fleeing
'We stand firmly behind our sergeant': Fla. PD chief supports cop who arrested deputy for fleeing
After the Ormond Beach PD officer arrested him, the Flagler County Sheriff's Office detective stated he did not know the officer was trying to pull him over when he kept driving
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December 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
9 suspects charged in drug distribution conspiracy that led to shooting death of Calif. officer
9 suspects charged in drug distribution conspiracy that led to shooting death of Calif. officer
Three of the suspects have also facing trial for murder in Oakland Police Officer Tuan Le's death; Le was killed when a suspect fired at least 20 shots into his vehicle
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December 12, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Idaho sheriff revokes cross-deputization for PD leaders, leaving cops without supervisors in county jurisdiction
Idaho sheriff revokes cross-deputization for PD leaders, leaving cops without supervisors in county jurisdiction
Coeur d'Alene PD Chief Lee White and Rathdrum PD Chief Dan Haley allege that the Kootenai Sheriff Bob Norris's order is a retaliation over their role in an investigation
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December 12, 2025 at 4:06 PM
When smart devices testify: Rethinking privacy, warrants and digital policing
When smart devices testify: Rethinking privacy, warrants and digital policing
New technology has led to a legal minefield that must be navigated with care
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December 12, 2025 at 4:06 PM
After an OIS: Why peer support, reintegration plans are critical
After an OIS: Why peer support, reintegration plans are critical
Emily Hitchings and Greg Friese explain how peer support and reintegration plans get an officer mission-ready after an OIS, military deployment, injury or other prolonged absence
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December 12, 2025 at 3:09 PM
N.C. juvenile offender who had 275 charges was released on probation — now he's being charged as an adult
N.C. juvenile offender who had 275 charges was released on probation — now he's being charged as an adult
The 16-year-old, who previously faced 275 charges, was held without bond on adult charges, including armed robbery and weapons offenses
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December 12, 2025 at 2:12 PM
What happened when a suspect tried to die in police custody
What happened when a suspect tried to die in police custody
A handcuffed man threw himself over a second-floor railing, forcing officers into a life-or-death rescue and raising fears about how the incident might be portrayed
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December 12, 2025 at 2:12 PM
How South Carolina’s game wardens became a statewide special operations force
How South Carolina’s game wardens became a statewide special operations force
SCDNR’s special operations units deliver SWAT-level capability, from high-risk searches to VIP protection and rapid response across every corner of the state
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December 12, 2025 at 5:39 AM
Mich. city launches crisis team for independent mental health response, co-response
Mich. city launches crisis team for independent mental health response, co-response
Ann Arbor's new Supportive Resources and Outreach Team is intended to respond independently to non-violent calls, but will also team up with police for some crisis responses
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December 11, 2025 at 11:00 PM
Seattle mayor-elect will keep SPD chief, public safety leaders on board
Seattle mayor-elect will keep SPD chief, public safety leaders on board
SPD Chief Shon Barnes became interim chief in January and was sworn in in July; he is the department’s 38th chief and the fourth person to serve as chief or interim chief since 2018
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December 11, 2025 at 10:03 PM
BWC: Va. State Police trooper rescues man from burning Tesla
BWC: Va. State Police trooper rescues man from burning Tesla
The doors would not unlock, so Sgt. S. Page had to break a window and cut through an airbag to pull the injured driver to safety
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December 11, 2025 at 10:03 PM
Wyo. sheriff emphasizes semi-truck crackdown after truck with multiple violations rolls back on cruiser
Wyo. sheriff emphasizes semi-truck crackdown after truck with multiple violations rolls back on cruiser
The truck was overloaded and had bad brakes, Laramie County Sheriff Brian Kozak said; he also said the driver was not eligible to work in the U.S. and was turned over to ICE
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December 11, 2025 at 9:06 PM
BWC: Fla. deputies arrest INTERPOL suspect after he flees wrong way on interstate, steals van
BWC: Fla. deputies arrest INTERPOL suspect after he flees wrong way on interstate, steals van
After fleeing a St. John's County traffic stop, the man drove the wrong way in traffic, crashed, fled into the woods, stole a van and fled into the woods again before being taken into custody
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December 11, 2025 at 5:18 PM
What every agency needs in place before deploying generative AI
What every agency needs in place before deploying generative AI
This Agency Readiness Checklist helps leaders verify policy, training and oversight requirements so AI can be used safely and transparently
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December 11, 2025 at 4:21 PM
N.J. officers will be required to retake 2019 sergeant's exam, risking demotion if they fail
N.J. officers will be required to retake 2019 sergeant's exam, risking demotion if they fail
More than 100 Paterson and Newark officers must retake the test after the commission found the last 10 questions were disproportionately skipped by minority officers
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December 11, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Stop comparing Tier One operators to every cop in America
Stop comparing Tier One operators to every cop in America
It’s an apples-to-oranges comparison that distorts the training debate and ignores the massive resource gap between elite units and local police
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December 11, 2025 at 5:54 AM