Police Magazine Logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH

Special Units

Newsby Staff WriterJune 19, 2015

Video: North Carolina Florist Helped Catch Charleston Church Killer

Later in the morning, Debbie Dills was on her way to work at a florist shop in Kings Mountain, North Carolina – about 250 miles north of Charleston -- when a car caught her eye.

Read More →
Newsby Staff WriterJune 18, 2015

Minnesota's Holding of Sex Offenders After Prison Is Ruled Unconstitutional

In a decision watched by officials in 20 states that hold some sex offenders after they complete prison sentences, a federal judge ruled this week that Minnesota's program for such offenders was unconstitutional.

Read More →
Articlesby Amaury MurgadoJune 18, 2015

Hostage Held in Barricaded House

The victim advises she has been held captive along with her roommate (who is still at the residence) for a week. She tells you she was let out only to buy groceries. She is terrified. You have about 20 minutes before the suspect starts wondering where she is.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Newsby Staff WriterJune 18, 2015

New First Responder Guide for Surviving IEDs and Active Shooter Incidents Available

A new report is available on improving survivability in IED or active shooter incidents. The First Responder Guide for Improving Survivability in Improvised Explosive Device and/or Active Shooter Incidents was developed by the U.S. Department of Homeland Security Office of Health Affairs.

Read More →
Newsby Staff WriterJune 18, 2015

Suspect Who Killed 9 in Charleston Church in Custody

A white man, reportedly in his early 20s, entered the Emanuel African Methodist Church, stayed for nearly an hour during a prayer meeting and then opened fire. Nine people were killed in the historic black church on Calhoun Street in downtown Charleston.

Read More →
Newsby Staff WriterJune 15, 2015

Attack on Dallas Police Reloads Debate Over Officers' Firepower

For many officers, Saturday’s attack on Dallas police headquarters was the latest proof that they’re under siege — and further evidence that they need more weapons to combat the threats against them.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Newsby Staff WriterJune 13, 2015

Dallas PD Headquarters Attacked by Gunman, Explosives Found

Police negotiators have been working to persuade the suspect or suspect to surrender since early this morning. The suspect has refused to do so, he has told police that he is wounded, and has threatened to “blow up“ police.

Read More →
Newsby Staff WriterJune 12, 2015

Video: Retired Judge Fires on LAPD Officers He Called to Home

Los Angeles police said they arrived at Bascue's West L.A. townhouse to find him inside holding two guns. Authorities said he fired on officers, prompting a standoff with a SWAT team that ended with the arrest of the 75-year-old retired judge.

Read More →
Newsby Staff WriterJune 10, 2015

Steiner's New P-Series Binoculars Adopted by Portland Police Bureau Gang Enforcement Teams

Steiner, known for its optics for military and law enforcement, has announced that the Portland (Ore.) Police Bureau has adopted the new P-Series 7x50 binoculars for use by their Gang Enforcement Team and Federal Gang Task Force. The high-quality P-Series binoculars will play a crucial role in the vital surveillance and operative work performed by the gang enforcement unit.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Newsby Staff WriterJune 5, 2015

Bates Strike Boot Available in Two Styles at OfficerStore

OfficerStore, an online source for law enforcement professionals, now proudly features two styles of the brand-new Bates Strike Boot: a six-inch pair and an eight-inch pair.

Read More →