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Vehicles
How Is Your Agency Choosing Its New Patrol Car?
Our compatriots at Government Fleet (a sister publication of POLICE) asked fleet managers how they're choosing their new pursuit vehicle, and published their responses at the Anonymous Public Fleet Manager blog. While the responses shouldn't be taken as a scientific survey, the anecdotal answers do shed light on the decision-making process.
June 28, 2011
Vehicle Ops
Choosing the Right Bike
As the years have provided more experience to make better decisions regarding bike purchases, the Los Angeles Police Department has found what works best for its agency.
April 30, 2004
Careers
How To Choose an Agency
There are not as many jobs out there. You may have to apply; hope to land employment; and make the best of the situation. Don't count on the plush police pension of yesteryear.
May 1, 2012
Vehicle Ops
Oregon Agency Switching to Ford Police Interceptor Utility
The Eugene (Ore.) Police Department is switching to the Ford Police Interceptor Utility and is planning to purchase 23 new SUVs. After replacing the vehicles, the agency expects to save more than $150,000 in fuel costs each year.
August 15, 2013
Training
Camden County Police Take Over, City Agency Disbanded
A new county police force formally took over law enforcement duties in Camden, N.J., Wednesday, as one of America's most dangerous cities dissolved its municipal police force.
May 1, 2013
Weapons
Choosing Optics for Patrol Rifles
With the increased use of rifles by patrol officers, there comes the need for modern modifications to make them more effective and to better fit the task at hand. One of the most obvious and likely the most effective is the use of modern optical sighting systems.
January 9, 2013
Patrol
Aspiring Officers Choosing Other Professions Because of Anti-Police Sentiments
Police departments face a recruiting shortage amid a growing anti-cop mood that some fear has taken the pride out of peacekeeping and put targets on the backs of the men and women in blue.
September 3, 2015
Training
Choosing the Right Police Department
Find a law enforcement agency that fits your personality and job expectations.
October 31, 2008
Special Units
Texas Motor Officer Struck, Injured by Suspected DUI Driver
A motor officer with the Austin (TX) Police Department was struck and transported to a nearby hospital with a fractured hip.
September 3, 2019
Vehicle Ops
Choosing Caprice
The Montclair (Calif.) Police Department chose Caprice to replace its aging Crown Vics due to the spacious cabin, 100,000-mile powertrain warranty, 6.0-liter V-8 engine, and dynamic braking.
November 10, 2011
Technology
Public Safety Agencies Choosing IPT Radio Batteries
Eight police departments and six university campuses are among those who have decided to use Impact Power Technologies (IPT) LifeSaver Series Batteries to maximize their land mobile radios' performance.
May 31, 2016
Vehicle Ops
Choosing the Right Lightbar
Selecting the right LED lighting solution for your agency's vehicles can be a daunting task for the uninitiated. There are multiple factors to consider, including lumen output levels, the lightbar's shape, and interoperability with existing equipment.
May 4, 2015
Special Units
Sheriff Joe Rolls SWAT, Actor Steven Seagal to Arrest Cockfighting Suspect
The Maricopa County (Ariz.) Sheriff's tactical deputies used the Lenco Bear armored rescue vehicle to open up a locked iron gate at the residence of Jesus Llovera, who was wanted on a cockfighting warrant.
March 23, 2011
Patrol
Armor Express Awarded Body Armor Contracts from San Francisco PD and Sheriff's Department
Central Lake Armor Express Inc. has been awarded a new, two-year contract with the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD) and San Francisco Sheriff's Department (SFSD) to provide its Vortex IIIA Gen 2 ballistic vest.
March 20, 2017
Vehicle Ops
How to Choose a Helicopter for Your Agency
If you're considering purchasing a helicopter for your agency, here are some topics you need to explore in your journey toward achieving flight operations.
February 29, 2016
Patrol
Calif. Agency Kills Injured Animals at Range
The Merced (Calif.) Police Department's practice of taking severely injured animals to the police range to shoot and kill them has come under fire, reports CBS Sacramento. Read the full story here.
September 15, 2013
Training
Shooting Prompts Agency to Teach Animal Handling
A Tennessee police department is reacting to an officer's shooting of a family dog by training all officers in handling aggressive animals.
January 28, 2003
Special Units
Pennsylvania Agency Announces Death of Beloved K-9
The Mt. Oliver (PA) Police Department are mourning the passing of K-9 Nico on its Facebook page.
July 24, 2020
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