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A new report could change the way officers have responded to active shooters since Columbine.
May 28, 2008
After Columbine, American law enforcement was forced to take a long, hard look at active shooter response. Now a new report challenges our current thinking on response to such incidents. Read Full Article
author: Robert O'Brien | posted @ Wednesday, May 28, 2008 12:04 PM |
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We honor our fallen brothers and sisters, and we train hard to give ourselves every advantage on the streets.
May 20, 2008
Law Enforcement Memorial Week just ended. So I wanted to take a few
moments to reflect on this time of remembrance for our fallen brothers
and sisters and what it really means to us.
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author: Robert O'Brien | posted @ Tuesday, May 20, 2008 1:07 PM |
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May 14, 2008
If you haven't heard of illegal street performances called "sideshows," read on. Law enforcement needs to be aware of the potential dangers resulting from these increasingly popular gatherings. Read Full Article
author: Robert O'Brien | posted @ Wednesday, May 14, 2008 4:55 PM |
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Most SWAT teams work with patrol this time of year to cut back burgeoning crime.
May 07, 2008
A growing number of tactical teams are increasingly becoming involved
in crime suppression. Some established teams have been doing crime
suppression for many years, including LAPD SWAT, SFPD SWAT, and NYPD
ESU. Advantages of using SWAT for crime suppression include putting
them out on the street, available to respond to crime and assist
patrol. SWAT’s presence, tactics, and teamwork are highly effective in
diffusing potential street confrontations, and are reassuring to patrol
officers. This helps patrol achieve the mission: crime suppression and
crime reduction.
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author: Robert O'Brien | posted @ Wednesday, May 07, 2008 2:54 PM |
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