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News•by Staff Writer•September 4, 2012

Chicago Police Seize 'Scooby Snax' Synthetic Marijuana

A Chicago Police specialized narcotics unit seized nearly 40 pounds of "Scooby Snax" synthetic marijuana in packages emblazoned with the cartoon character Scooby-Doo's face.

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News•by Staff Writer•September 4, 2012

Sinaloa Cartel's N.H.-Europe Drug Pipeline Uncovered

A three-year investigation led by the FBI's Boston field office netted a cartel kingpin's cousin, 346 kilos of cocaine, and the discovery of a new trafficking route from Spain to New Hampshire.

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News•by Staff Writer•August 31, 2012

Ex-Marine Kills 2, Self at N.J. Supermarket

The apparently disgruntled worker entered the store around 4 a.m. and shot two people and then himself. The gunman, an ex-Marine, was armed with an AK-47 and an automatic pistol.

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News•by Staff Writer•August 31, 2012

NTOA Recommends Milspec's Cobra Cuffs

The National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) has recommended Milspec Plastics' Cobra Cuffs, which received a 4.88 out of 5.0 score via the Member Tested and Recommended program.

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News•by Staff Writer•August 31, 2012

SWAT Reality Show Arrives at Outdoor Channel

The Outdoor Channel in January will begin airing "Elite Tactical Unit: S.W.A.T.," a law enforcement reality show featuring 14 real SWAT operators competing in challenges.

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Photo Galleries•by Staff Writer•August 30, 2012

Bags and Cases

From guns to gear to shields and even a specialized litter, you'll find ways to bring everything you need to the fight with this photo gallery of carry-alls. Photos courtesy of manufacturers.

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News•by Staff Writer•August 30, 2012

Students, Parents Struck By 100-Year-Old Driver Outside School

A 100-year-old man hit 11 people—including nine children—with his car Wednesday just after classes at Main Street Elementary had let out for the day.

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News•by Staff Writer•August 29, 2012

LAPD SWAT Members Investigated for Reselling Guns

LAPD SWAT members may have resold department handguns for a profit, according to an independent watchdog's report. One officer has been relieved of duty.

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News•by Staff Writer•August 29, 2012

Student Wanted To Kill Officer To Join Hells Angels

A North Carolina State University student was involuntarily committed last month at the V.A. Hospital in Durham after telling campus police he planned to go on a killing spree, according to a court document.

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Articles•by Dean Scoville•August 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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