Hornady Introduces .22 Magnum Critical Defense Ammo

The new 22 Magnum round uses a 45-grain FTX bullet that reaches a muzzle velocity of 1000 fps when shot from a 1 7/8-inch test barrel, according to a Hornady rep. The .22 WMR, a heavier bullet, penetrated to almost the same depth as the .380 ACP Critical Defense.

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.

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Ruger Introduces .22 LR SP101 Revolver

The 30-ounce double-action revolver is made of weather-resistant stainless steel with a satin finish. The revolver features a fully adjustable square-notch rear sight and fiber-optic, square-post front sight.

Video: NJ City Forces Retirement on 6 Officers Involved in Shootings, Accidents

The City Council of Hackensack, NJ, is pursuing involuntary early retirement for six police officers, all of whom were involved in shootings or fatal accidents.

Snatched! Rescuing Stolen Kids

To anyone casually tuning into American TV or perusing a major U.S. newspaper, it looked like the country had been beset by an epidemic of kidnapped children.

Practicing With a .22 Target Pistol

Most officers have incorporated the .22 at some point during their careers or may have become familiar with it during their youth through informal target practice and plinking. For those who want to improve their qualification scores and increase their confidence on the street, an effective next step is a dedicated target pistol designed around the .22 cartridge.

Donna Lea Hawley