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Hidden Drugs In Vehicle 'Traps'

These hidden compartments for cocaine, marijuana, heroin and methamphetamine were discovered during "Project Deliverance," a multi-agency operation led by the Drug Enforcement Administration from its Special Operations Division center near D.C.

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Patrolby Dean ScovilleJune 30, 2010

Booby Traps

Often engineered with little more than rudimentary know-how, real world booby traps may lack the sophisticated engineering of those in the "Saw" films, yet prove every bit as lethal.

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Patrolby Edward M. SantosJune 30, 2010

How to Use a Strobing Flashlight

The one thing I can tell you is that many of the students who arrive for my classes with their strobing lights ready to go are often not aware of the pros and cons of strobe light deployment.

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Technologyby Tim DeesJune 30, 2010

Things That Go Boom in the Night

With the exception of far-less-common biological or radiological threats, explosive devices are the nightmare scenario for people charged with protecting people and places. But advanced techniques can help detect these threats.

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Weaponsby Melanie BasichJune 30, 2010

Duty Gear

Here's a selection of holsters and holders to safely and comfortably carry your necessary gear close at hand.

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Patrolby Dean ScovilleJune 24, 2010

Shots Fired: Cleveland, Ohio 04/10/1985

A mere eight seconds had passed between the time the uniformed unit pulled up and Paskvan's request for paramedics, time enough for the man to have sustained fatal injuries and Paskvan's life and career path to change substantially.

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Weaponsby Scott SmithJune 24, 2010

Knives and Tools

There are as many styles of knives and tools as there are men and women in uniform. POLICE Magazine asked me to take a look at one item each from several of today's best known manufacturers.

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Weaponsby Scott SmithJune 24, 2010

Police Product Test: 5.11 Tactical's Tactical Trainers Footwear

Scott Smith reviews 5.11 Tactical's Tactical Trainers, Remington Premier Rescue Knife, Uncle Mike's Wheeled Duffel Bag, and Rudy Project Genetyk Protective Eyewear.

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Weaponsby Mike DettyJune 17, 2010

Diamondback Firearms DB380 Pistol

Besides its trim dimensions and extreme light weight, the DB380 also boasts a number of other refinements that make it ideal for backup or undercover carry.

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Vehicle Opsby Mike ScottJune 15, 2010

Manufacturers Debut Next Generation of Police Cars

Increased comfort and convenience, improved vehicle ingress and egress, advanced technology, and improved officer safety mark the next generation of police cars.

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