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Newsby Staff WriterMay 3, 2011

California Officer Shoots Hostage Taker

Three armed robbers had forced the couple into a Marietta apartment. When a Marietta officer arrived, one of the suspects had taken a hostage. The officer gave the suspect lawful commands to drop the weapon and release the hostage. When the man refused, the officer shot him.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 2, 2011

Law Enforcement Urges Vigilance After Killing of Bin Laden

Following the killing of bin Laden, Homeland Security briefings urged law enforcement agencies to remain alert for any potential retaliatory strikes. Law enforcement leaders who spoke publicly made it clear they weren't aware of any specific threats.

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Newsby Staff WriterMay 1, 2011

S.C. Man Who Charged Cops With AK-47 Had Homemade Explosives

The 22-year-old man who charged Columbia (S.C.) Police officers with an AK-47 was carrying homemade explosives when tactical officers fatally shot him at a rental property after an hour-long standoff.

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Newsby Staff WriterApril 29, 2011

Safariland Adds Protech Type IIIA Breacher Shield

The shield and viewport are rated to defeat five impacts from 9mm 124 gr. FMJ, .44 Magnum 240 gr. LSWC, Tokarev 7.62x25mm 85 gr. FMJ (steel jacket), 5.7x28mm 28 gr. SS195/HP, 5.7x28mm 40 gr. SS197/Blue Tip, Winchester Ranger 9mm 127 gr. +P+ SXT, and .357 SIG 125 gr. TMJ.

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Newsby Staff WriterApril 29, 2011

Safariland Introduces Extended Range Less-Lethal Munitions

Safariland has released five 40-mm, specialty impact rounds that allow corrections and tactical officers to deliver less-lethal munitions to incapacitate an aggressive, non-compliant subject. The Defense Technology rounds can be fired from a variety of 40-mm launchers and provide optimal accuracy from 10–70 meters (about 30–230 feet).

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Newsby Staff WriterApril 29, 2011

Chicago Sgt. Says Gang Will Adopt New ASU Sun Devils' Logo

The Pac-12 school ditched its Disney-inspired grinning devil in favor of a pitchfork that resembles the crude trident of the Satan's Disciples, Chicago Police Sgt. Kenneth Epich tells the Arizona Republic.

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ProductsApril 29, 2011

Storm Chaser Bicycle Saddle

RideOut Technologies’ Storm Chaser Saddle is a bicycle seat designed exclusively for police, campus patrols, and airport security. To resolve rider discomfort in the groin area for men and women, it supports the rider on the “sit bones.” (The newest version is the Storm Quest).

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ProductsApril 29, 2011

ProTech ICW BR01 Type III/IV Rifle Plate

Safariland's ProTech Tactical ICW BR01 Type III/IV Rifle Plate is a high performing 10 x 12-inch plate that has been certified in conjunction with BR01 Type IIIA flexible body armor.

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ProductsApril 29, 2011

Gear Keeper Rotating Molle Mount

Compact, quiet, and durable, Hammerhead Industries' new Gear Keeper Rotating MOLLE Mount attaches much like a belt clip and swivels a full 360 degrees, allowing the attached Gear Keeper to rotate during use.

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ProductsApril 29, 2011

Multicam Packs and Jacket

5.11 Tactical has added backpacks and a jacket to its popular Multicam style options. 5.11 RUSH Series durable backpacks in Multicam have storage for any assignment and come in three sizes ranging from the RUSH12 daypack to the RUSH72, made for a three-day mission.

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