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First Look: Next-Generation Kevlar

Using a stronger fiber in the manufacture of soft body armor will have two effects that people who wear bullet-resistant vests will love. It’s lighter and it’s more flexible.

One officer safety benefit to Kevlar Exo’s flexibility is that it makes armor easier to wear when running, jumping, and fighting.

Denver Suburb’s City Council Approves New Chief

Eight council members voted to approve former Los Angeles Police Commander Todd Chamberlain for the top job at Aurora’s police department.

California Agency Not Happy with Tesla Patrol Cars

Menlo Park, California, officers said the “small interior space” and “smart car” features, along with the low vehicle profile all made things more difficult.

Ohio Officer Resigns During City Council Meeting After Being Shot at During Chase

She started working at the department briefly in 2022 and then rejoined the department back in April of 2023. In June, she was involved in a traffic stop that led to a chase, where the suspect shot at her multiple times.

Coffee Break with Police Experts: Drone as First Responder Programs

POLICE Magazine Editor David Griffith discusses Drone as First Responder Programs with Guillaume Delepine, senior director of go to market strategies for Skydio.

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Lawsuit Settlement Prohibits Washington City's Officers from Personalizing Equipment

The agreement also requires that Olympia Police Chief Rich Allen, his deputy and assistant chiefs and the four officers involved in the incident complete state training “on the historical intersection between race and policing.”

Atlanta Officer Shot During Attempt to Arrest Murder Suspect

The incident unfolded when officers from the U.S. Marshals Fugitive Task Force attempted to arrest Derek Rankins, who was wanted for the Aug. 20 murder of 32-year-old Courtney Reece in Atlanta.

Testing the Chevy Blazer EV Patrol Vehicle

During a visit to Detroit, Michigan, POLICE was able to check out the 2024 Chevrolet Blazer EV PPV, get behind the wheel, and then really learn its capabilities when well-trained former state troopers took the wheel.

The Chevrolet Blazer EV PPV accelerates to 60 mph in just 5.17 seconds and can reach 100 mph in 11.08 seconds.

Boston Officers Sprayed with Squirt Gun, Find Real Gun After Stopping Suspect’s Vehicle

The front seat passenger stated to officers that he meant to scare them, police say. Officers advised the occupants that they had interfered with a traffic stop and requested their identifications.

Boston Police say officers recovered a real gun and a squirt gun after an officer was sprayed with liquid during a drive-by.

Texas Police Battling Wave of Copper Theft

"There’s been an increase in copper thefts and the criminals committing these crimes are doing it right before your eyes," said Lt. Pedro Barineau.

Texas officers are dealing with organized and brazen copper wire thieves.

Georgia State Trooper Recovering from Heart Transplant

Trooper Blake Shiver and his family were surprised when he was diagnosed with heart failure four years ago; and again, this summer when he was told he would need a heart transplant.

Georgia State Patrol Trooper Blake Shiver has received a heart transplant and is recovering at home.

Former Florida Deputy Charged with Manslaughter Over Shooting of Airman

Former Okaloosa County deputy Eddie Duran was charged Thursday in the May 3 shooting death of Senior Airman Roger Fortson.

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