Social Media: Online Investigation

Online social networks are already proving themselves invaluable assets to law enforcement. Websites such as Facebook and MySpace provide suspect leads; communities are alerted to missing children and area threats through law enforcement-generated Twitter feeds and e-mail.

Capt. Gerald W. Garner

Safer Shot to Begin Independent Testing and Certification of Its M-22 Non-Lethal Weapon

Safer Shot Inc. announced today that they will begin independent testing of the M-22 Non-Lethal Weapon in May. The independent field trial program, which is expected to last 30 days, is designed to measure product durability, safety, and non-lethal cartridge velocity. In conjunction with the phase two testing program, the safety training and certification courses designed for law enforcement agencies and individuals are scheduled for completion.

Morgan Hardy

22-year Chicago Police Veteran Fired Over $1 Bag of Trail Mix

City attorneys alleged that Officer Aaron Pena went to the Walgreens in the 1900 block of West Cermak Road in August 2007, bought two bags of trail mix and then took a third from the store without paying. Pena was recorded on store security cameras.

Bob Galvin

Peli ProGear Elite 22" Carry-On Luggage Wins iF Design Award

The tough, yet stylish, Peli ProGear Elite Carry-On luggage has won the coveted iF Design Award in the Sports and Leisure category.

Baltimore Police Say Gangs are Teaming Up to "Take Out" Officers

Police said in a statement they have received information that members of "various gangs" — including the Black Guerrilla Family, the Bloods and the Crips — have "entered into a partnership" to harm police.

Pa. Cop, DUI Plunge Off 22-Foot Bridge During Foot Pursuit

Cpl. Dan Hahn, a 21-year veteran, was chasing Thomas Booth, 22, when Booth jumped from an overpass, landing on a roadway below. Cpl. Hahn reportedly didn't know the fall would be so severe, and followed Booth over, landing on the roadway.