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Police Magazine
September 2010
In This Issue
Patrol
Global Terror, Local Targets
The following is a quick look at where and how some of the leading experts on terrorism believe our enemies may strike. It's in no particular order because each scenario is a nightmare, and how do you rate a nightmare?
September 29, 2010
Patrol
Beware the Restrained Subject
Over the years, I've heard multiple accounts of handcuffed subjects who later escaped or attempted to escape. One particular incident involved a young kid who fled on foot. His ability to outrun two officers with his hands behind his back demonstrated just how focused a person can be if he wants to escape.
September 29, 2010
Patrol
Police Product Test: Inforce/Emissive Energy Color LED Police Flashlight
Scott Smith reviews Inforce/Emissive Energy Color LED Police Flashlight, Woolrich Elite Series Tactical Polyester Fleece Jacket, SureFire X300 High-Output LED Weapon Light, and SOG Knives Swedge II.
September 29, 2010
Technology
In-Car Computers: Upgrade or Replace?
Much of this decision depends on what make and model of computer you have, what is broken, and/or what you need the computer to do that it isn't able to do now. Sometimes you can do a transplant, and in other situations the best thing is to let it go and give it a decent burial.
September 27, 2010
Special Units
Shots Fired: Scottsdale, Arizona 04/23/2006
This month, you're receiving an enhanced "Shots Fired" from POLICE Magazine. In addition to the usual gripping storytelling, we've also embedded links to the radio dispatch traffic, overhead thermal-image view from the helicopter and photos from the crime scene. Enjoy.
September 26, 2010
Special Units
Identifying and Documenting Gang Members
Patrol officers are an essential source of gang information and usually make up the front line defense against gangs. Through field contacts and observations, they can supply confirmation of an individual's gang membership.
September 22, 2010
Patrol
Active Shooter Response Gear
As patrol responds to more and more calls formerly reserved for SWAT teams, tools that equip these officers to handle violent incidents are increasingly important.
September 22, 2010
Weapons
Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 Pistol
As its name indicates, the Smith & Wesson Bodyguard 380 was designed from the ground up for use by police officers and licensed civilians who needed a small, lightweight, concealable, and easy to use pistol. I believe it would be safe to say that S&W's engineers have delivered just that.
September 15, 2010
Patrol
Stings, Stabs, and Bites
Nothing focuses the mind during a search warrant like discovering a diamondback rattlesnake in a dresser drawer.
September 15, 2010
Weapons
National Rifle Association and Law Enforcement: Celebrating 50 Years of Teamwork
From its founding, one of the NRA's most important missions has been to improve the firearms prowess of Americans who may be called to serve their country in the armed forces. And since 1960, the organization has also helped train another kind of warrior: the law enforcement officer.
September 12, 2010
Weapons
NRA Honors LE Courage and Service
Since 1993, the National Rifle Association has presented the NRA Law Enforcement Officer of the Year Award.
September 12, 2010
Patrol
Death by Political Correctness
A lot has changed since 9/11. But one thing remains the same: There are a lot of bad people out there who want to make us bleed. The United States is still a very soft and juicy target.
September 12, 2010
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