Police Magazine Logo
MenuMENU
SearchSEARCH
Enter keywords to search across all content
Newsby Staff WriterMarch 18, 2020

Florida Police Enforcing COVID-19 Distancing Rules on Beaches

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis on Tuesday issued an executive order saying: “I direct parties accessing public beaches in the state of Florida to follow the CDC guidance by limiting their gathering to no more than 10 persons, distancing themselves from other parties by 6 feet, and support beach closures at the discretion of local authorities."

Read More →
Newsby Staff WriterMarch 18, 2020

Philadelphia Police Delaying Nonviolent Crime Arrests as Officer Safety Measure

The Fraternal Order of Police issued a statement supporting the decision, which covers all narcotics offenses, thefts, burglary, vandalism, prostitution, stolen cars, economic crimes, such as bad checks and fraud, and any existing bench warrants.

Read More →
Articlesby Noel McCarthyMarch 18, 2020

How To Protect Yourself from COVID-19 Infection

Arm yourself with the knowledge and gear to prevent the spread of coronavirus and other diseases.

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Articlesby Staff WriterMarch 18, 2020

Coronavirus/COVID-19 Resource Page for Law Enforcement

POLICE's coverage of the coronavirus and COVID-19 pandemic plus useful resources, all in one place.

Read More →
Newsby Staff WriterMarch 17, 2020

Kentucky Deputies Enforce Quarantine on Man who Refused to Self Isolate

Nelson County Sheriff Ramon Pineiroa said the man is now cooperating, but deputies will remain outside his house 24/7 for the foreseeable future.

Read More →
Newsby Staff WriterMarch 17, 2020

Coronavirus Delays Texas Execution

The Texas Court of Criminal Appeals rejected all grounds of John William Hummel's appeal but said it would postpone the scheduled Wednesday execution “in light of the current health crisis and the enormous resources needed to address the execution.”

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Newsby Staff WriterMarch 17, 2020

LAPD Detectives Moved to Patrol During Coronavirus Crisis

Some detectives already are out there, the mayor said, to “make sure that any challenges that arise in our neighborhoods and grocery stores” are addressed and to help people feel secure.

Read More →
Newsby Staff WriterMarch 17, 2020

Maryland Police Ready to Arrest People who Defy Governor's Coronavirus Orders

In a statement, Maryland State Police Superintendent Col. Woodrow W. Jones III said the department will work to enforce those orders “around the clock and across the state.” Jones said his department is prepared to arrest business owners, customers and citizens who ignore the governor’s instructions.

Read More →
Newsby Staff WriterMarch 17, 2020

South Carolina Department Announces Measures to Mitigate Officer Exposure to COVID-19

The Charleston (SC) Police Department announced on social media that it will change the way they interact with some members of the community to minimize officers' exposure to COVID-19 (also known as the coronavirus).

Read More →
Ad Loading...
Newsby Staff WriterMarch 16, 2020

Missouri Officer Fatally Shot by Active Shooter

An officer with the Springfield Police Department was among five dead after a gunman opened fire on people at a convenience store on Monday morning.

Read More →