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Patrolby Melanie BasichAugust 30, 2012

Two Chicago Cops Save One of Their Own

Officer Kirsten Lund and Sgt. Christopher Kapa responded to an officer-down call and immediately transported the profusely bleeding Officer Del Pearson in a squad car to a nearby emergency room, saving his life.

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Patrolby Dean ScovilleAugust 29, 2012

Shots Fired: Redford Township, Michigan 06/10/1998

Sgt. Adam Pasciak's mind began to feel like it was starting to shut down when he heard more gunshots ringing out—a lot of them. Sgt. Jim Turner had witnessed what happened and continued the foot pursuit of the driver, exchanging gunfire as they ran.

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Trainingby Tom WetzelAugust 29, 2012

Defense Against Standing Choke Holds

If a suspect is trying to choke you, you are in a deadly force encounter and accessing your handgun would be appropriate. But depending on what direction the bad guy assaults you from and the accuracy of your shot placement, your gun may not always provide the best immediate option.

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Trainingby Amaury MurgadoAugust 28, 2012

How to Study: 7 Tricks of the Trade

I've taken and passed with flying colors a fair share of promotional exams in my time. Certain tricks helped me store the information in my head, and they can do the same for you.

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Weaponsby Scott SmithAugust 28, 2012

Stag Arms 3G AR Rifle

Recently Stag introduced the 3G, a rifle developed for use in the rapidly growing three-gun competition market. This AR is also excellent for law enforcement operations.

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Patrolby Dave YoungAugust 28, 2012

Crowd Management: Preparing for the Storm

The good news is that crowd management and crowd control techniques have been refined over the last few years. The bad news is you're going to need them and more to keep the peace. So this is a good time to review crowd management tactics and prepare yourself for the hard days ahead.

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Patrolby Scott SmithAugust 23, 2012

Police Product Test: Woolrich CC Shirt and Chinos

Woolrich's Elite Concealed Carry Chinos and Discreet Carry Short Sleeve fit well, wash up well, and most importantly they keep your concealed carry firearm and a reload under wraps.

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Special Unitsby Clint ThompsonAugust 23, 2012

Police Product Test: Benchmade Interdiction Kits

The Benchmade Interdiction Kit is one outstanding tool in the fight to stem the flow of drugs in the United States. By using the included aluminum probes, interdiction officers can safely inspect suspicious packages, stacked cargo, seat upholstery, and suspicious areas within vehicles and structures.

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Patrolby Jon AdlerAugust 22, 2012

Convicted in the Media

Special Agent Chris Deedy has been charged with second-degree murder in Hawaii following an off-duty shooting in front of a McDonald's in Waikiki. Headlines were quick to characterize Deedy as a killer and a murderer.

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Patrolby Dave SmithAugust 22, 2012

The Dose Makes the Poison

When you're a young officer, moderation seems likely to leave you missing more than a few good times. I think back to the "choir practices" I participated in as a young Tucson cop only to awaken in the afternoon looking for the train that hit me.

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