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School Resource Officers after Uvalde

School resource officers build relationships with students, preventing campus crime, and try to keep schools safer. They also have to be ready to respond without delay when a school shooter opens fire. What has changed since Uvalde?

Sgt. Daniel Porché, of the Madison County Sheriff’s Office in North Carolina, trains inside a school with other school resource officers.

Preventing Heat Injury in Police K9s

In the relentless heat of summer and even early fall in some parts of the country, officers face the important task of protecting their K-9 partners while working in sweltering temperatures. Recognizing changes in a dog’s behavior is the key.

The key to keeping police dogs safe from heat stress is the handler's ability to spot a change in behavior.

Fallen Georgia Trooper’s Family Receives His College Diploma

His family was presented with his diploma during Thursday’s Georgia Gwinnett College graduation ceremony, the college announced. Cenescar was studying criminal justice and planned to pursue leadership roles, his obituary states.

Georgia State Trooper Jimmy Cenescar was killed in January before he could receive his college degree. The diploma has been bestowed to his family.

Philadelphia PD Launches Recruiting Campaign

"We're looking to get out there, get in the field with officers on foot and bikes," Captain John Walker said. "But, we can't do that if we don't have the people."

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Jury Recommends Death for Killer of Alabama Officer

A St. Clair County jury on Thursday convicted 31-year-old Tapero Carleone Johnson of capital murder. On Friday, that same jury recommended Johnson be sentenced to death.

Sgt. Stephen Williams of the Moody Police Department at a motel in 2020. His killer faces a possible death penalty.

FL Sheriff Asks State Wildlife Agency for Help with Bears

"Bear management is not my day job," Sheriff A.J. "Tony" Smith said in a Facebook video. "Something needs to be done. I'm not a bear biologist..."

Franklin County, FL, Sheriff A.J. 'Tony' Smith says his office has received more than 40 calls about bears in the last year. 'Bear management is not my day job,' he complained on Facebook, calling for state help.

SC Trooper Helps Motorist by Pulling Snake from Car

“She was having a rough day, that’s for sure,” Sergeant Jonathan Oxandaboure said. “I felt bad for the lady because she wanted to burn the car.”

South Carolina Highway Patrol Sergeant Jonathan Oxandaboure and Mary Alice Simmons with king snake the trooper pulled from Simmons' car.

Officer Safety Considerations Related to Alternative-Fuel Vehicles

As more alternative-fuel and hybrid vehicles hit the road, police and other first responders need to understand that they are no more dangerous than conventional vehicles. However, there are certain safety considerations every cop should know.

Police officers need to be aware of several special safety-related considerations when dealing with alternative-fuel vehicles.

5 Things to Know When Buying Concealed Carry or Off-Duty Holsters

Mike Barham, of Galco Holsters, shares five important considerations to keep in mind when you buy off-duty concealed or plain-clothes carry holsters.

A quality off-duty carry holster should enable an easy draw but also provide retention.

10 Tips for Reviewing Use-of-Force Reports

While the burden of accurately reporting use-of-force situations is on an individual deputy or officer, the person reviewing those reports shares in the responsibility of making sure the reporting is done properly, with clear details included.

10 Tips for Securing a Crime Scene

Arriving officers securing a crime scene is vital to preservation of evidence, so here are 10 tips from a veteran crime scene specialist.

Evidence is crucial to an investigation and prosecution, so here are 10 tips to make sure first arriving officers best secure the crime scene.

10 Tips for Starting a Bicycle Patrol

International Police Mountain Bike Association President David Millican shares his advice and provides 10 tips for any agency wanting to start a bike patrol.

An officer speaks with a member of the community while on bike patrol. Community engagement is a large part of what bike officers do.

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