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Articlesby Michael SchlosserMarch 5, 2019

Unlocking the Confusion Around Chokeholds

Chokeholds are some of the most controversial and effective techniques that officers can use to end attacks.

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Newsby Edited by StaffMarch 5, 2019

VirTra Introduces Subscription Program for Simulators, Software, and Certified Training Materials

VirTra, Inc., a global provider of training simulators for law enforcement, military, educational and commercial markets, has officially launched its Subscription Training & Equipment Partnership (STEP) program for government agencies. The addition of STEP to VirTra’s business model allows agencies to utilize VirTra’s unique, certified, simulation training on a subscription basis, VirTra says.

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Articlesby David GriffithMarch 4, 2019

Training Simulators: The Human Factor

The most important element in simulator training is a qualified and knowledgeable instructor.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 26, 2019

Texas Agency Shortens Officers' Workweek to Attract New Recruits

Killeen Police Chief Charles Kimble believes that the change in shift structure will attract more potential recruits as the agency struggles to find qualified—and interested—candidates.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 25, 2019

Atlanta Officer Awarded Columbia Southern University Scholarship

Murphy, who has been with the department for eight years, plans to use the scholarship to pursue a master’s degree in criminal justice administration.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 19, 2019

California First Responders Conduct Annual Active Shooter Response Training

The Glenn County Sheriff's Office in California's Central Valley conducted its annual active shooter response training in an area high school over the weekend.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 19, 2019

VirTra Acquires Simulated Firearm Technology Patent Portfolio from Tiberius Technology

VirTra says it intends to use these newly acquired patents to enhance its current product lineup of recoil kits as well as create new, state-of-the-art, training equipment for both military and law enforcement simulation training. Additionally, Innotech will provide ongoing consulting support to VirTra as the company integrates the technology into its existing product portfolio.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 13, 2019

New Cadet Program Prepares Young People for Careers in Public Safety

A new, national program is working hand-in-hand with law enforcement and other public safety entities to give young people direct, intensive experience in the field. The Public Safety Cadets (PSC) is a nonprofit organization that aims to mentor, train, and prepare young men and women for a career in law enforcement, fire-rescue or emergency medical services.

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 11, 2019

VirTra Launches New Law Enforcement Training Curriculum for High-Risk Vehicle Stops

VirTra Inc., has officially launched new, certified curriculum called High Risk Vehicle Stop (HRVS) under the company's VirTra-Virtual Interactive Coursework Training Academy (V-VICTA).

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Newsby Staff WriterFebruary 8, 2019

University Awards Georgia Communications Officer Scholarship

Columbia Southern University recently awarded Georgia resident Joanne Southerland the "Hero Behind the Hero Scholarship."

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