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Patrolby StaffOctober 29, 2024

California Troopers Sent to San Bernardino to Quell Crime

Violent crime in San Bernardino is almost double the statewide average, and the homicide rate is more than three times the average across California.

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Commandby StaffOctober 29, 2024

Florida Chief Resigns After Department Comes Under Investigation

Kissimmee Police Chief Betty Holland and Deputy Chief Camille Alicia have resigned from their positions, the City of Kissimmee said.

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Patrolby StaffOctober 28, 2024

Florida Jury Recommends Death Penalty for Cop Killer

Joseph Ables was convicted last week for first-degree murder, after shooting the deputy in May 2018. He was also convicted of animal cruelty for fatally shooting a cat.

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Patrolby StaffOctober 28, 2024

California Officer Shot in Ambush, Suspect Killed

The ambushed sergeant was sitting in his patrol unit when he was attacked. Even though he had been shot, he began a pursuit of the suspect vehicle.

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Patrolby StaffOctober 28, 2024

Florida Officer Attacked, Choked at Domestic

During the response, Officer Mateo was attacked, police say, and the suspect reportedly tried to choke the officer.

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Patrolby StaffOctober 25, 2024

Slain Minnesota Officer’s Widow Told Gov. Walz to Stay Away from Funeral

The widow of Pope County, Minnesota, Sheriff's Deputy Josh Owen warned Gov. Tim Walz that if he did show up, she would “make sure that I escort your ass out of here.”

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Patrolby StaffOctober 25, 2024

Maryland Officer Faces Attempted Murder Charge for On-Duty Shooting

For reasons still being investigated, the officer aimed and fired one shot at a man who had crossed the median and walked past him after a brief conversation, officials said.

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Commandby StaffOctober 25, 2024

Pittsburgh’s Chief Resigns to Keep Basketball Referee Job

The chief said in a press release Oct. 17 that he planned to return to refereeing NCAA basketball games — an announcement that surprised some city officials who were under the impression he’d given up the side job when he was tapped as chief in May 2023.

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Commandby StaffOctober 24, 2024

Birmingham Police Chief Steps Down

Deputy Chief Michael Pickett will serve as interim chief for the Alabama city. Additionally, Capt. Edmond Hanks was promoted to interim assistant chief.

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Patrolby StaffOctober 24, 2024

With Weed Legalization Likely, Florida Officials Worry About Stoned Driving

Florida Highway Patrol Lieutenant Channing Taylor says that messaging on the dangers of high driving will also be critical to helping save lives if recreational marijuana becomes the law of the land.

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