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L.A. County Sheriff Hires Hanger One To Equip New Copters

Hangar One will add a Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) camera system with live video-feed down-linking to each craft. An on-board GPS-based mapping system and multi-band digital radio communications will allow the aircrew to provide real-time support to law enforcement personnel and operational command centers.

January 25, 2011

Faro Celebrates 30 Years With Custom Motorcycle

With the FaroArm, craftsmen are able to digitize the exact shape and placement of components, virtually eliminating the need to trace and create cardboard templates.

January 25, 2011

Michigan State Police Investigating Alleged Fleet Scam

The agency is currently investigating the allegedly fraudulent fleet purchasing complaint that Bruno Val Novel, 43, posed as the new vendor for state and federal government vehicle fleet contracts, according to an agency release.

January 15, 2011

California Sheriff To Add 359 Final Model Year Crown Vics

The fleet purchase will ensure consistent use of the Crown Victorias for three to four years, which will save money as worn-out patrol units are retired, and their parts are recycled and installed in the newer vehicles, sheriff's officials said.

January 14, 2011

Ohio Officer Cut From Cruiser In Snowy Crash

Beavercreek (Ohio) Police Officer Craig Polston was investigating a crash along Interstate-75, when a northbound semi truck struck the rear of his patrol vehicle, forcing it into the path of another semi truck.

January 12, 2011

Massachusetts Man Used Industrial Laser On Police Copter

The laser used by Sasso is designed only for light shows and industrial or research applications, not for use as a laser pointer or amusement device. It is at least five to ten times more powerful than an ordinary laser pointer and has a range of at least two miles.

January 10, 2011

California Agency Acquires Zero Electric Motorcycle

The Zero DS has a range of up to 50 miles and is highway legal. Each model employs proprietary Z-Force technology and an aircraft-grade aluminum frame to increase the bike's agility.

January 5, 2011

Photo courtesy of Zero Motorcycles.

Dallas PD Upgrades Surveillance Gear On Copters

The upgrades, made possible by a federal grant, included a BMS digital video microwave system, an upgrade of existing L-3 Wescam camera systems and auto-tracking, Avalex digital video recorder upgrades, and AFS engine inlet barrier filters.

January 4, 2011

Upgrades to several Dallas PD Bell 206B-3 helicopters included a BMS microwave system for wireless, real-time video transmission. Photo via United Rotorcraft.

Tennessee City To Charge Officers for Take-Home Vehicles

Calling it the "fiscally responsible thing to do," Chattanooga Mayor Ron Littlefield announced that officers and other city employees would be charged .20 cents per mile (off duty) for their take-home cars (.30 cents for employees who live outside city limits).

December 30, 2010

New Mexico City Restores Take-Home Vehicles

The unanimous vote came after Belen Police Chief Dan Robb proposed to trim his budget to offset the money that the city would have saved by taking away the vehicles. He said the department could switch to 12-hour shifts to save on fuel costs, according to the newspaper.

December 28, 2010

Wisconsin Man Loots, Burns Cruiser After Joyride

Sonny King faces charges including recklessly endangering safety, attempted arson, and felony theft. King was arrested Wednesday at his parent's house.

December 15, 2010

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Raybestos Police Brake Pads Lead Aftermarket in Performance Evaluation

The company's police disc brake pads are designed specifically for patrol and pursuit applications. The results of the test demonstrate "the superiority of Raybestos police brake pads," according to the company.

November 28, 2010

Denver Airport Police Uses Electric Mobility Vehicles

The Denver International Airport is utilizing Sentinel Police Mobility Vehicles from Xtreme Green Products. Officers use the electric vehicles to address the traffic flow of the airport.

November 25, 2010

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NYPD to Deploy Electric Stand-Up Vehicles

The New York Police Department will be utilizing six T3 Series Electric Stand-up Vehicles from T3 Motion, Inc., part of a multi-unit purchase order shipped recently. The units will enable the department to increase patrol capabilities, especially in subways and crowded areas.

November 25, 2010

Lund Introduces PASS Bumper System

PASS solves speaker-mounting issues on new vehicles because the speaker is no longer mounted behind the bumper or fascia. Multiple sirens or tones can be used independently, if the vehicle has dual speakers.

November 14, 2010

Photo courtesy of Lund Industries.

Pa. Constables Served Arrest Warrants In Steelers Van

Hubie Coleman and Albert "Rocky" Younkin borrowed the van from a local car dealership and say it worked like a charm. The constables also played the Steelers fight song as they drove the arrested individuals to the local judge's office.

November 10, 2010

Photo courtesy of Guy Rose.

Code 3 Introduces T-Rex Exterior Lights

T-Rex lights feature 27 user-selectable flash patterns; offer synchronous capability; and can provide various color-splitting configurations.

November 9, 2010

The T-Rex exterior vehicle lights feature 27 user-selectable flash patterns; offer synchronous capability; and can provide various color-splitting configurations. Photo courtesy of Code 3.

GM's OnStar Facebook 'Like' Campaign Raises Funds for FOP

OnStar's Brave On Facebook "Like" campaign honors the heroism and charitable practices of the members of the Fraternal Order of Police (FOP). With a target goal of a $250,000 donation, OnStar will help FOP's foundation provide services to the families of fallen officers during the holidays.

November 4, 2010

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