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Patrol
U.S. Capitol Police Service Weapon Found in Capitol Bathroom
A lieutenant with the U.S. Capitol Police reportedly left his service weapon unattended earlier this week, and it was found later by another Capitol Police officer during a "routine safety sweep."
February 28, 2019
Patrol
Senators Unveil Competing Bills to Fund Capitol Police
Senate Appropriations Committee Chair Patrick Leahy, D-Vt., introduced a $3.6 billion measure, which would direct $679.3 million toward Capitol Police and related security efforts. Meanwhile, the panel's ranking Republican, Alabama Sen. Richard Shelby, unveiled a much smaller $632.9 million package to direct funds just to Capitol Police and the National Guard.
July 13, 2021
Weapons
Pennsylvania State Capitol Police Upgrade to IWI US Tavor X95
The Pennsylvania State Capitol Police have upgraded their firearms from the IWI US Tavor SAR to the Tavor X95.
August 1, 2017
Patrol
U.S. Capitol Police Officer Dies Shoveling Snow at Home
A veteran U.S. Capitol Police officer and a fixture on the Hill died Saturday after suffering a heart attack while shoveling snow outside his home on the Eastern Shore of Delaware, according to his wife and law enforcement officials.
January 25, 2016
Command
6 Capitol Police Officers Suspended, 29 Under Investigation Over Jan. 6 Riot Actions
“Our Office of Professional Responsibility will investigate these behaviors for disciplinary action, up to, and including, termination,” Chief Yogananda Pittman said. “Several USCP officers have already been suspended pending the outcome of their investigations.”
February 19, 2021
Command
U.S. Capitol Police Canceling Days Off, Forcing Overtime Because of Officer Shortage
Even after a big budget boost this fiscal year for the U.S. Capitol Police, the force is still in dire need of more officers to face the challenges of an upcoming presidential election, a recently reopened Capitol and growing threats against members, acco
April 26, 2023
Patrol
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Resigns
United States Capitol Police Chief Kim Dine submitted his letter of resignation Friday after more than two years in the position.
April 13, 2015
Vehicle Ops
U.S. Capitol Police Redesign Cruisers
The timing was right for the U.S. Capitol Police to launch a new look for their patrol cars, as the agency began replacing its entire fleet of 201 patrol vehicles.
June 13, 2011
Patrol
U.S. Capitol Police Chief Under Fire Over Rally Planning, Riot Response
Former U.S. Capitol Police Chief Terrance Gainer said he wants to give police "the benefit of the doubt" and hopes they were attempting to de-escalate Wednesday's events when they appeared to let rioters inside the legislative building.
January 7, 2021
Command
Board Appoints New U.S. Capitol Police Chief
Yogananda Pittman becomes the first woman and first black person to serve in the post. She comes into the position experienced. She led the security footprint for the 2013 Presidential Inauguration.
January 13, 2021
Patrol
Capitol Police Roll Out Transgender Policy; Union Cries Foul
Capitol Police rolled out a progressive new policy on Oct. 29 for handling interactions with transgender individuals. Already, the rank and file are bristling at the new directive.
November 17, 2015
Patrol
Police Warn of Possible March 4 Attack on U.S. Capitol
"The United States Capitol Police (USCP) Department is aware of and prepared for any potential threats towards members of Congress or towards the Capitol complex," USCP said in a statement Wednesday.
March 3, 2021
Patrol
Keeping an Eye on Calif. Public Safety Bills
A wave of new bills was introduced as California lawmakers reconvened at the State Capitol on Jan. 7 to start their legislative year. A number of them are of particular interest to law enforcement and deserve a close watch.
February 13, 2013
Patrol
CA Congressman Pulls Down Painting Portraying Police as Pigs from U.S. Capitol
A Republican congressman took matters into his own hands Friday and personally removed a painting depicting police officers as pigs that a colleague had allowed to be displayed at the U.S. Capitol complex. More Here.
January 6, 2017
Patrol
Video: CA Congressman Pulls Down Painting Portraying Police as Pigs from U.S. Capitol
A Republican congressman took matters into his own hands Friday and personally removed a painting depicting police officers as pigs that a colleague had allowed to be displayed at the U.S. Capitol complex.
January 6, 2017
Patrol
U.S. Capitol Reopens After Shooting; Suspect in Custody
The U.S. Capitol Police said Monday they have a suspect in custody after a shooting at the Capitol Visitor Center.
March 28, 2016
Patrol
Off-Duty Capitol Police Officer Stops Schizophrenic Shooter
As the officer got into his Dodge Ram truck, the man with the duty belt started firing on his vehicle. Thornton lay down along the front seat as glass from his truck's windows shattered around him. He kept peering up to check the assailant's location.
December 19, 2010
Patrol
Video: U.S. Capitol Officer Injured In Pursuit, Suspect Killed
A Connecticut woman who attempted to ram her car into a White House security barrier on Thursday afternoon was shot and killed at the U.S. Capitol after a pursuit in which two law enforcement officers were injured.
October 2, 2013
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