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Commandby Staff WriterJanuary 17, 2023

Officer Shortage Has LAPD Asking Retirees to Come Back

Officers would be paid the salary they had when they left but wouldn’t receive vacation time or any health, disability and retirement benefits.

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Patrolby Staff WriterJanuary 15, 2023

CA Deputy Killed Answering Child Custody Dispute Call

Deputy Darnell Calhoun, 30, was the first deputy to arrive on the scene. A second deputy responding to the call found Deputy Calhoun mortally wounded in the street. The second deputy and the suspect exchanged fire and the suspect.

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Weaponsby Staff WriterJanuary 13, 2023

High Speed Gear Acquires BlackPoint Tactical and Crucial Concealment

High Speed Gear, makers of the patented TACO line as well as the full line of Sure-Grip and Slim-Grip Battle Belts; pouches; and polymer TACOs has acquired BlackPoint Tactical and Crucial Concealment.

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Weaponsby Staff WriterJanuary 12, 2023

IL Governor Threatens Sheriffs Who Won’t Enforce “Assault Weapon” Ban

The Protect Illinois Communities Act (HB 5471) bans the sale of all assault weapons and magazines in the state. It also requires owners to register existing guns, among other provisions. Pritzker signed the bill into law on Tuesday night.

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Patrolby Staff WriterJanuary 11, 2023

Fewer Covid-19 Fatalities Led to 61% Drop in Duty Deaths During 2022, Firearms Deaths Remain High

Firearms-related fatalities have claimed the lives of 64 officers in 2022, which mirrors the number of firearms-related fatalities in 2021. Both years represent a 21% increase in firearms-related deaths when compared to the average of 53 firearms-related fatalities from 2010-2020.

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Commandby Staff WriterJanuary 11, 2023

WI Agency Ends Credit Checks for Recruits

The Madison, WI, Police and Fire Commission voted Monday to stop requiring credit checks of prospective police officers. The Commission said the measure was being taken in a step to increase diversity in the department.

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Patrolby Staff WriterJanuary 9, 2023

Mother of Murdered CA Deputy Wants Judge to Resign Over Releasing Shooter Months Ago

"Judge Cara Hutson, my family is devastated. My son was a good man," she said. "My family and Isaiah's brothers and sisters and his community demand your resignation."

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Weaponsby Staff WriterJanuary 9, 2023

Comp-Tac  Offers First Level III Duty Holster for Glock 48

The CT3 level III holster is designed to help the wearer achieve a master grip before drawing their weapon. A combination of an autolocking ejection port lock and an intuitive self-activated hood system, makes this one of the fastest level three holsters available on the market today, according to Comp-Tac.

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Patrolby Staff WriterJanuary 6, 2023

CA Sheriff’s Sergeant Returns to Duty After Losing Leg

San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Sergeant Mark Addy had his leg amputated after an off-duty traffic collision in 2021. He says he never doubted that not only would he recover, but also would someday go back to work.

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Patrolby Staff WriterJanuary 4, 2023

LA Police Officer Charged with Negligent Homicide in Pursuit Crash that Killed Teens

"I just can't put my arms around why (the officer) was driving at that rate of speed in pursuit of this vehicle. This officer is facing some serious issues,” says District Attorney Tony Clayton.

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