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Technology
Video: Flash Mobs Turn Criminal
Groups of youth are using text messaging and social media to gather at specified locations as so-called "flash mobs" primarily on the city's South Side, where robbers attack people with pepper spray. Of late, flash mob attacks were reported in the Streeterville neighborhood.
June 12, 2011
SWAT
Violent Flash Mobs: Passing Fad or Here to Stay?
Some would say violent flash mobs are unique to big cities. They would be wrong. Ask police from East Side suburbs of Cleveland, Ohio. In recent years, Cleveland's once quiet, inner-ring suburbs have seen increased crime.
August 18, 2011
Technology
Flash Mobs Organize Robberies Via Social Media
MSNBC reports on the new trend of flash mob robberies by groups of young people who gather at a location at a specific time and launch a pepper spray attack on tourists or mass robbery of a retail store.
June 12, 2011
Patrol
Philly Implements Curfew to Curb Flash Mob Violence
In recent weeks, there have been several assaults by teens on city residents, CNN reports. These attacks, or "flash mobs," are organized via e-mail and social media Websites.
August 9, 2011
SWAT
When Crowds Turn Into Violent Mobs
Flash mobs first gained popularity with their synchronized dancing, mega-pillow fights, and the like. It now appears that the thugs have interjected their own version of flash mobs: large roving bands of predators hunting their next prey.
July 7, 2011
Patrol
4 Teens Claim "Excessive Force" Against Philly PD
Philadelphia police said that five officers were injured and 19 revelers were arrested Saturday after thousands of young people swarmed South Street. Cops had bulked up patrols on the street after "flash mobs" appeared on at least two weekends earlier this year.
July 15, 2009
SWAT
Mob Rules: Was 2011 the Year of Lawlessness?
Two popular social movements in 2011âflash mobs and occupiersâplaced a great strain on cities and their LE agencies. It wasn't long before both movements were infiltrated and hijacked by troublemakers bent on violence.
December 1, 2011
Technology
âDepartedâ Mobster Reportedly Spotted in Sicily
Infamous Boston mobster James âWhiteyâ Bulger may have been photographed in Sicily after 10 years on the run. Bulger was the model for the villain in last yearâs Academy Award-winning movie âThe Departed.â
September 20, 2007
SWAT
How Will U.K. Police Respond To the London Riots?
To quell riots, London Met Police called in 16,000 officers. Police authorized plastic baton rounds, armored vehicles, and considered imposing a curfew. These are common U.S. police riot responses, but are practically unheard of in the U.K.
September 15, 2011
Special Units
360 Flashlight
Synergy Light
Synergy Light's 360 flashlight can effectively illuminate a whole room without the user needing to hold it. This device projects light in a 360-degree pattern to evenly light up hundreds of square feet.
December 5, 2016
Patrol
Duty Flashlights: 2009
A good duty light should be easily carried on a duty belt, provide adequate illumination up to 50 yards away, and be long enough that it protrudes from both sides of a fist so the light can act as a last-ditch impact weapon. The light should also be able to be used in conjunction with a sidearm in the Harries or Rogers technique. Xenon bulbs put out a tight beam and mega amounts of lumens; but they eat batteries and the lamp assemblies are expensive when you need a new bulb. LEDs, on the other hand, are rapidly approaching the light output of xenon at 50 yards or so. These models became available in 2009.
November 6, 2009
Patrol
Alpha Modular Flashlights
Elzetta Design
Elzetta Design LLC has announced improved output for Elzetta Alpha Modular Flashlights. These compact single-cell lights now produce 415 lumens (100 more than earlier models) while increasing runtime by 10%.
August 12, 2016
Special Units
Flash-Bang
Law Enforcement Technologies
New Flash-Bang stun devices from Law Enforcement Technologies create a safer, less violent explosion than traditional devices. Instead of igniting, the aluminum powder particles in the grenade are propelled outward in a cloud when exposed to oxygen in the air. This approach lowers the pressure in the immediate area of the explosion, making injuries less likely and decreasing the risk of accidental fires. The devices are also reusable.
September 30, 2002
Weapons
Bones Flashlight
Elzetta
As the name implies, Elzetta's Bones is a bare-bones flashlight designed for excellent performance and durability and with a lower price point.
December 5, 2016
Patrol
Flashlights and Weapon Lights
Other than badges and guns, the one tool that almost every officer carries on duty is a personal light. We asked officers how they buy, use, and train with their lights.
February 7, 2018
Vehicle Ops
Streamlight Lithium Luxeon Flashlight
July 31, 2004
Patrol
QuiqLite X Flashlight
QuiqLite
QuiqLite X is rechargeable with dual switch superbright technology, delivering from 20 up to 150 lumens of light on demand. Manufactured from high-strength nylon plastic and aluminum, QuiqLite X will take an assortment of punishment.
February 26, 2012
Weapons
High/Strobe Flashlight Tailcap
Elzetta Design
Elzetta Design's new High/Strobe Tailcap allows Elzetta 235-lumen LED flashlights to operate with either a constant 235-lumen high beam or with a high frequency strobe.
December 21, 2010
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