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David Griffith

Editor

David Griffith has been editor of POLICE Magazine since December 2001. He brings more than 40 years of experience on magazines and newspapers to POLICE. A Maggie award-winning journalist, his byline has appeared on hundreds of articles in POLICE and other national magazines.

Newsby David GriffithAugust 19, 2019

Phoenix PD Implements New Gun Pointing Policy, Announces More Mental Health Training and Full Rollout of Body Cameras

Chief Williams said she expects the new "Pointed Gun at Person" (PGP) reports will help the department track how many times officers can de-escalate potentially deadly situations.

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Articlesby David GriffithAugust 16, 2019

Answering SWAT Critics

Is SWAT overused? What missions should it be assigned? Is it too costly? And now that patrol officers have rifles and other special gear, is it still needed?

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Articlesby David GriffithAugust 15, 2019

Using Night Vision in Law Enforcement Vehicles

In the air and on the ground, the ability to see in the dark while mobile enhances crime fighting capabilities and makes officers safer.

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Newsby David GriffithAugust 14, 2019

Multiple Officers Wounded, 1 Critical in North Philadelphia Shooting

One of the officers was reportedly shot in the head and is in critical condition. The critically wounded officer was reportedly conscious when he was taken from the scene.

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Newsby David GriffithAugust 5, 2019

Video: Dayton Police Ended Shooting Rampage in 30 Seconds

"While this is a terribly sad day for our city, I'm amazed by the quick response of the Dayton Police that saved literally hundreds of lives," Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley said.

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Articlesby David GriffithAugust 5, 2019

Killing Police Morale

Verbal and physical attacks on officers are taking a toll on the officers and on the nation's safety.

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Newsby David GriffithAugust 5, 2019

Officers Praised for "Remarkable" Response to El Paso Walmart Shooting

El Paso Mayor Dee Morgan praised the officers for "remarkable police work" that saved lives and for capturing the suspect without firing a shot. In a press conference Saturday evening Texas Gov. Greg Abbott expressed "incredible gratitude" for law enforcement "minimizing the loss of life by confronting the shooter."

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Articlesby David GriffithJuly 7, 2019

Exclusive POLICE Survey: Weapon Lights, Optics, and Lasers

Officers say they are using a wide variety of tools to improve situational awareness and firearm accuracy.

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Articlesby David GriffithJuly 7, 2019

Building a Better Spike Strip

The End-X Phantom Spikes PT-700 is designed for safer deployment, better effect, and easier retrieval.

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Articlesby David GriffithJuly 7, 2019

Talking About Suicide

The only way to address law enforcement officers killing themselves is with frank and honest conversation.

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