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Videosby Staff WriterAugust 23, 2012

Ark. Agency's Suicide Reenactment In Squad

The Jonesboro (Ark.) Police Department created this suicide reenactment video to demonstrate how a handcuffed suspect could kill himself in the back of a squad car. The video was made in connection with the death of Chavis Carter. Read the full story here.

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ProductsAugust 23, 2012

Vehicle Solar Charging Panel

Streamlight's SolarStream is a supplemental solar charging panel for emergency responder vehicles. It helps to offset battery drain from computer systems and other rechargeable electronics when a vehicle is off, extending battery life.

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ProductsAugust 23, 2012

Dodge Charger Console

The new RAM console for the Dodge Charger police package requires no leg kit or top plate, making it almost 15 pounds lighter than its predecessor, yet still just as tough. Custom fit for the Charger and available as a completed kit or as separate components.

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Photo Galleriesby Staff WriterAugust 22, 2012

Armored Specialty Vehicles

Armored vehicles provide officers with tactical advantages in barricade situations and other incidents involving individuals armed with high-caliber rounds. In addition to NIJ Level IV protection, they can be customized with all manner of equipment, including gear to help evacuate civilians and downed officers. Read our August feature to find out how to secure funding for these useful tools. Photos provided by manufacturers.

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Newsby Staff WriterAugust 20, 2012

Video: Md. Cop Killed In Crash

A Prince George's County (Md.) Police officer died in a crash Monday, after a reckless driver ran his cruiser off the road. Officer Adrian Morris, 23, was ejected from the driver's seat of the vehicle and suffered severe head trauma.

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Articlesby Melanie BasichAugust 17, 2012

How to Find Funding for Specialty Vehicles

The Homeland Security grants that seemed to grow on trees after 9/11 are not as plentiful as they once were. But that's not to say law enforcement agencies can't obtain grant funding for specialty vehicles. They just might need to approach it differently.

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ProductsAugust 16, 2012

Spartan LAV

Created by Streit USA Armoring to be a multifunctional vehicle, the Spartan LAV is designed to protect against various threat levels, depending on the customer requirements.

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Newsby Staff WriterAugust 15, 2012

Ore. Sheriff Tests Fuel-Saving Device

The Douglas County (Ore.) Sheriff's Department is testing a device called a Smart Emissions Reducer on its vehicles in order to save money on fuel and cut emissions.

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Newsby Staff WriterAugust 13, 2012

G.M. Recalls Chevy Impala Patrol Cars

General Motors is recalling more than 38,000 Chevrolet Impala patrol cars in North America because the lower front control arms could fracture, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall affects Impala police vehicles from model years 2008 to 2012.

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Newsby Staff WriterAugust 10, 2012

Fla. Agencies Buy Diverse Vehicles for Unmarked Fleet

Two Florida law enforcement agencies are purchasing Toyota Prius, Ford Fusion, Hyundai Elantra, and other models of unmarked vehicles to diversify their fleets and blend in among criminals.

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