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Teenager Arrested in Connection with Sacramento County Deputy's Murder

Det. Vu Nguyen was killed Wednesday afternoon when he was shot during a foot pursuit. Nguyen was a member of an anti-gang unit.

Serial Killer Admits to Killing Kentucky Woman

Paducah, Ky., authorities say that longtime convict Timothy Krajcir has confessed that he killed a Kentucky woman, his ninth victim.

Texas to Sell DWI Memorial Markers

Loved ones of people killed by drunk drivers in Texas can now buy memorial markers that feature warnings about drinking and driving.

San Antonio Police Officer's Association Pledges $100K to National Law Enforcement Museum

The San Antonio Police Officers' Association (SAPOA) Executive Board recently voted unanimously to commit $100,000 to the National Law Enforcement Museum, scheduled to open in the nation's capital in 2011. The donation will be raised over the next four years by the Association.

Legal Alien Migrant Worker Sues Sheriff Joe Arpaio

A legal alien migrant worker and Mexican citizen is suing Maricopa County, Ariz., Sheriff Joe Arpaio saying that he was unlawfully detained as a result of the sheriff's department's immigration enforcement policies. He is claiming that he is a victim of racial profiling.

TREXPO West Offers Extended Specialized Training Sessions and Manufacturer Certification

Extended training sessions at TREXPO West 2008 in Long Beach, Calif., will be open to all registered attendees. Many of these sessions on Thursday, Feb. 21, award certification to those who demonstrate proficiency in the skills taught.

NYPD "Lucky Bag" Sting Snares 300 Offenders

For the last two years, the NYPD has conducted a special sting operation to catch thieves.

New TRU-SPEC 24/7 Pants Provide Versatility On and Off Duty

Referring to TRU-SPEC's new 24/7 trousers as "tactical pants" would be somewhat of a misnomer. Although they're based on the multi-function trousers commonly worn by many police tactical teams, TRU-SPEC has designed the ultra-comfortable new 24/7's to easily cross the line between duty and casual wear.

California Cop Killer Suspect Could Face Death Penalty

A known gang member charged with the murder of a Tulare County (Calif.) sheriff's deputy could face the death penalty.

The Tactical Use of TASERs

The tactical teams portrayed in the movies and on television typically use an assortment of automatic weapons and high-powered rifles to shoot down terrorists and hostage takers. But those of us in the business know that the vast majority of our missions do not involve the use of deadly force.

Drive-by Shootings

Members of street gangs and drug dealers are unlikely to redress their grievances through the criminal justice system. If their territory is invaded or if they are victims of drive-by shootings, they are much more likely to seek retribution with drive-by shootings of their own.

Tychem QC for Corrections

DuPont Personal Protection

Specifically designed for the corrections market and cell extraction, Dupont’s Tychem QC garment delivers protection against the biohazards and viral contaminants potentially faced when working with prisoners.

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