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Built for Patrol: How One Police Chief Fixed Communication, Boosted Visibility, and Changed the Culture

Patrol work hasn’t changed—but the expectations on officers have. See how one police chief helped officers get the right information at the right time, improve patrol visibility, and strengthen trust without adding complexity or surveillance. This real-world story shows how patrol-driven technology can make the job safer, smarter, and more effective—starting on day one.

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Articlesby Mike "Ziggy" SiegfriedJanuary 11, 2011

Stopping Gun Grabs

When asked to demonstrate weapon retention, most officers place both hands on their holstered handgun and move their hips violently from side to side. This technique is good. But before you are able to react in this manner, the suspect can bridge the open space between you, lower his shoulders, and extend his hands to touch your holstered firearm. Try using a technique that provides a faster reaction.

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Articlesby Dave SmithJanuary 4, 2011

What I Wish I'd Told Them

Life's unfair. Get over it. If you understand this point you will have a long and healthy career and make it to retirement without hating everyone around you.

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ProductsJanuary 3, 2011

8055Z Air Tac Plus

The 8055Z Air Tac Plus is an 8-inch, non-metallic tactical boot created with Ridge Footwear's new generation carbon rubber air outsole design and a triple stitched leather/nylon mesh upper.

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Newsby Staff WriterDecember 29, 2010

DT Training Injury Caused Death of Virginia Recruit

Recruit John Kohn, 40, was wearing protective headgear when he banged heads with another recruit as they were moving through doors in the training area.

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Newsby Staff WriterDecember 22, 2010

Virginia Police Recruit's Widow Denied Benefits

The widow of 40-year-old Norfolk (Va.) Police recruit John Kohn is not entitled to receive any death benefits, after her husband died during police training.

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ProductsDecember 22, 2010

Long Wearing Duty Glove

The new Long Wearing Duty Glove from Gloves for Professionals by Finger Fashions features a long-wearing Clarino palm with double layer fingertips and grip. A textured Spandex and Neoprene back provide for a highly breathable, contoured fit.

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Newsby Staff WriterDecember 21, 2010

Virginia Recruit Injured In Training Dies

A Norfolk (Va.) Police recruit has died nine days after he was injured during training. John Kohn, 40, died Saturday. Police are continuing to investigate the incident.

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Newsby Staff WriterDecember 20, 2010

Two NYPD Recruits Receive Special Shields

The sons of two NYPD officers received the shields that had been worn by Police Commissioner Raymond W. Kelly and ESU Officer Stephen Driscoll, who died in the 9/11 World Trade Center attacks.

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Newsby Staff WriterDecember 16, 2010

Nashville PD Recruits Camden Officers To Be Laid Off

A Nashville PD recruiter met with 20 Camden officers on Wednesday and said other departments will likely try to hire the officers. Camden is planning to lay off up to 180 officers from its 370-member force on Jan. 18.

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Newsby Staff WriterDecember 13, 2010

Jersey City Doctor Supplied Steroids To Officers

In addition, the newspaper found Joseph Colao often falsely diagnosed his patients with hormone deficiencies to justify his prescriptions, a violation of the law and medical ethics.

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