Articles

Patrol•by Dave Smith•September 17, 2009

The Cuisine of the Road

Somewhere in crime fighters' brains is a junction of sensation and risk that makes us truly appreciate a good repast.

Weapons•by Scott Smith•September 17, 2009

Police Product Test: Ameriglo Pro Sights

I was impressed with the Pro Sights. The front sight was fast and easy to pick up and allowed for accurate delivery of shots at ranges from three to 50 yards. Simply put, these sights are damn fine.

Technology•by Rodney Bosch•September 1, 2009

Extra Eyes Patrol City's Streets

Fed up with rising criminal activity, a local crime commission in Lancaster, Pa., decided in 2001 that video surveillance cameras might be the answer to making the town safer.

Patrol•by David Griffith•August 31, 2009

Rethinking D.A.R.E.

For some of the kids in the D.A.R.E. program, the D.A.R.E. officer is the only adult that they can really talk to.

Weapons•by David Griffith•August 31, 2009

TASER X3: Three in One

The three-shot TASER pistol marketed as the X3 has been one of the company's most secret projects. It's also been a product that cops have been requesting for years.

Patrol•by Joseph Petrocelli•August 31, 2009

Child Burn Investigations

Child abuse is a wide reaching problem entailing physical and emotional abuse. This article will address one segment of child abuse, specifically burn injuries sustained by children.

Weapons•by Mike Detty•August 31, 2009

Every once in a while I run across a weapon that just seems perfect for its intended purpose. The new Rock River Arms Elite Comp seems as though it was designed from the ground up as a patrol carbine, with each of its features created to meet the needs of that mission.

Special Units•by Mike Scott•August 31, 2009

Tactical Headsets: 2009

The use of headsets is prevalent in all law enforcement operations. And whether the needs are tactical or administrative, cops all want the same things from a headset: clear communications, comfort, and durability.

Patrol•by Melanie Basich•August 31, 2009

First Aid for First Responders

When you're the first on the scene, you often have to take on roles that might not otherwise fall under your standard job description, such as paramedic. If you have the right tools on hand, you can help not only those you protect and serve, but also yourself and other officers who need medical attention.

Weapons•by D. Francis Ryan•August 31, 2009

Red Light-Green Light-White Light

Coming from the old school of cops with revolvers, I was never a big fan of lights attached to a gun. But today's weapon-mounted lights and laser sights dance circles around traditional flashlights when it comes to practical illumination while holding a firearm.

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