Former Fort Worth Chief Establishes Nonprofit to Raise Money for Law Enforcement Agencies, Officers

“Our belief is simple," says Halstead, “and the 'blue' in our name (HOPE 4 BLUE) says it all: Backing Law enforcement Unites Everyone." As he further explains, this new nonprofit has four distinct missions. In addition to providing police departments with the advanced training many so sorely need, HOPE 4 BLUE will help them purchase more advanced equipment and offer financial aid to critically injured officers."

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Tennessee Sergeant Named 2017 NRA Law Enforcement Officer of the Year

“The five million members of the National Rifle Association are proud to honor Sergeant Cousins as the 2017 NRA Law Enforcement Officer of the Year,” said NRA President Pete Brownell. “Sergeant Cousins’ courageous response to an armed threat to fellow officers and innocent lives reflects the highest standards of professionalism and training in law enforcement, and epitomizes the selfless service and bravery of police when facing immense danger in the line of duty.”

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BioCheck from 20/20 Gene Systems is a bio-hazard detection kit. Although the kits were created specifically to test for anthrax, BioCheck can detect other protein-containing agents, such as ricin or botulinum toxin. The kit is simple to use, requires no instrumentation, and provides accurate results within minutes. Each kit consists of a tray, two test tubes, and two wetted swabs. Color change in the test tubes indicates positive results. Inexpensive training kits are also available.

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Law enforcement agencies typically purchase K-9s from trainers or dealers who acquire them from Europe, where legacy blood lines have been long established. Breeds most commonly used for detection and apprehension include the Belgian Malonois, German Shepherd, Dutch Shepherd, and a variety of Labradors. Dogs can be single purpose (for apprehensions) or dual purpose for apprehensions and detection for narcotics, explosives, or cadavers. Read "K-9 Training Challenges" for more detail. Photos provided by Becki and John Johnston of AceK9.com.

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