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The Platteville Police Department hired the officer directly from another agency, where he had come under intense criticism from both subordinates and commanders, who expressed deep and ongoing concerns about his ability as a police officer.
Read More →Skyfire will work with agencies and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to get faster regulatory approvals—including beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operation—appropriate training for both DFR and tactical UAS response, program site selection and more.
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Pedego Kansas City, an e-bike company, donated an e-bike to the department after six months of testing by KCPD's Downtown Bike Patrol. Store owner Dan Cain said he hopes the e-bike will help officers on many levels, including responding to calls and increased interactions.
Read More →Leonardo, manufacturers of ELSAG Plate Hunter automatic license plate recognition (ALPR) technology for law enforcement and public safety and security organizations, has partnered with the International Association of Chiefs of Police since 2017 as the sponsor of the award.
Read More →Along with recruiting more officers, the governor seeks to boost their pay, provide them with better training and equipment, hire more prosecutors, and increase support for crime victims and witnesses.
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The suite includes dispatch command center, law enforcement records, and jail management software, as well as body worn devices and real-time video communication tools.
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Every year, there are countless incidents in which officers conducting regular patrol functions encounter dogs. Some events end with the dog being fatally shot. Many other episodes are innocuous. Here are some tactical tips for discussion at roll call before your next shift.
Read More →Two dozen officers in Boston have transferred to the fire department in 2022. That's an increase from four, zero, six and one over the past four years.
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The Mobilize system includes emergency medical tools and an app that instructs officers how to use them when needed.
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Around 5 a.m. on Sunday, police responded to the family's 911 calls about Burks. They said he was armed and they were concerned for other people's safety. He was also carrying a folding knife, which White said had an 8-inch blade on it.
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