Police Week 2011: Candlelight Vigil

The 2011 candlelight vigil during National Police Week in Washington, D.C., drew up to 20,000 officers, police survivors, dignitaries, and other law enforcement supporters to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial for the reading of 316 names added to the wall this year. The vigil is organized by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF).

May 15, 2011

The 2011 candlelight vigil during National Police Week in Washington, D.C., drew up to 20,000 officers, police survivors, dignitaries, and other law enforcement supporters to the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial for the reading of 316 names added to the wall this year. The vigil is organized by the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF).

Editorial

3 Reasons Law Enforcement Fleets Can’t (and Shouldn’t) Skimp on Slide Outs

3 Reasons Law Enforcement Fleets Can’t (and Shouldn’t) Skimp on Slide Outs

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Beyond the Plate: Real-Time Video Intelligence for Police Operations

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Aimpoint Launches Duty RDS MR

Aimpoint’s new Duty RDS MR features a pressure-forged aluminum housing that is submersible to 80 feet and engineered to withstand shock, vibration, and extreme temperatures.

Aimpoint designed its Duty RDS MR for law enforcement, professional users, and competitive shooters.

Video: Phoenix Officer Shoots Man Armed with Hatchet, Knife & Chisel

A Phoenix police officer fatally shot a man advancing on officers with a hatchet and chisel after a less-lethal launcher did not stop the man’s advance.

A man brandishing a hatchet and a chisel advanced on officers before being fatally shot by an officer armed with a patrol rifle.

El Centro PD Releases Video of Fatal OIS

The El Centro Police Department released video of when an officer fatally shot a man who had been reported to have a gun and then pointed the object at the officer. The object was not a gun and appears to be a bicycle seat.

Video released by the El Centro Police Department shows a man, who had been reported to be armed, holding what appeared to be a gun. He was shot after pointing the object at an officer.

Point of Law: The Limits of Electronic Searches

Can an individual be prosecuted for despicable criminal conduct based on evidence obtained in violation of the United States Constitution? Ultimately, the Ninth Circuit judges wrote, “In the circumstances of this case (United States v. Holcomb, 23-469 (9th Cir. 2025)), respect for the Constitution and the rule of law requires an answer of “no.”

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Using Patrol Vehicles for Cover

While a patrol vehicle offers some cover protection when taking fire, remain mobile and don’t stick to one piece of cover indefinitely. Dustin Mowery, of Team Wendy, shares what he teaches about using vehicles as cover.

When using a vehicle for cover, allow space between yourself and the cover to maintain your mobility.

FLEOA Releases Statement on Minnesota School Shooting

The Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association (FLEOA) released a statement supporting the officers who responded to the recent mass shooting in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and expressing sympathy for the families of the victims.

FLEOA issued a statement related to the mass shooting at Annunciation Catholic School in Minneapolis, Minnesota, and in support of local and federal officers.

First Look: The Streamlight ProTac HL-X Flashlight

The ProTac HL-X tactical flashlight is a dual fuel model that can be powered by a rechargeable battery pack or two CR123 disposable batteries. It offers three modes High (1,300 lumens), Low (65 lumens), and Strobe.

24 Years on the Police Beat

On Aug. 29, 2025, I retired as editor of POLICE. The following is a personal and professional retrospective on more than two decades of covering your profession and its equipment and technologies.

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Editorial: Final Thoughts

My career at POLICE has come to an end, and I leave you with two comments on tragic incidents in the news and my eternal thanks for reading the magazine.

Dave Smith: Pay Attention or Pay the Piper

Don’t let the distractions presented by police and private technology make you a casualty.

2 Children Killed in Minneapolis Catholic School Attack, 17 People Injured

Minneapolis Police responded to reports of an active shooter at Annunciation Church and School at around 8:30 a.m.

Kansas Officer Struck, Killed Deploying Spike Strip

“The driver, later identified as Dennis Mitchell III, 31, of Kansas City, was pursued by law enforcement. He abandoned the truck, entered another vehicle, and continued fleeing from officers,” police said.

Officer Hunter Simoncic of the Kansas City (Kansas) Police Department was killed deploying spike strips.

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