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Florida Department Raising Funds to Add K-9 Unit

The agency says that with financial support, the agency will pay for a new K-9, its training, veterinary care, food, and other supplies needed to maintain a K-9 unit.

K-9 'Doc' retired in June and continues to live with his handler as a family pet.

StrongArm

Hurst Jaws of Life

StrongArm from Hurst Jaws of Life is a portable hydraulic power tool made to cut, lift, and spread, replacing many single-purpose hand tools for law enforcement.

StrongArm from Hurst Jaws of Life is a portable hydraulic power tool made to cut, lift, and spread, replacing many single-purpose hand tools for law enforcement.

SOB II

Point Blank Enterprises

The SOB II is an evolution of the collapsible defense system pioneered by Special Ops Bunker.

The SOB II from Point Blank Enterprises is designed for efficient transport and quick deployment.

Maryland Department Adds K-9 to Help in Searches for Missing Persons

Officers with the Bowie (MD) Police Department welcomed a new member to its ranks—a 13-month-old bloodhound puppy.

New Hampshire Agency Adds Police Dog to Reduce Stress for Victims and Officers

The Hancock (NH) Police Department has added a brown Labrador Retriever to the ranks, but the dog will not be tasked with sniffing out drugs or fleeing suspects. K-9 "Rookie" will instead be on hand to help individuals deal with difficult situations.

The Hancock (NH) Police Department has added a brown Labrador Retriever to the ranks, but the dog will not be tasked with sniffing out drugs or fleeing suspects. K-9 'Rookie' will instead be on hand to help individuals deal with difficult situations

Georgia K-9 Shot During Traffic Stop Released from Hospital

The K-9 with the DeKalb County (GA) Police Department shot during a gunfight at a traffic stop was released from a veterinary hospital on Saturday. Indi lost an eye during the confrontation, but is expected to otherwise recover.

The K-9 with the DeKalb County (GA) Police Department shot during a gunfight at a traffic stop was released from a veterinary hospital on Saturday. Indi lost an eye during the confrontation, but is expected to otherwise recover.

Mississippi Officer Demoted After Surrendering Retired K-9 to Animal Shelter

An officer with the Jackson (MI) Police Department has been reprimanded and demoted after he reportedly surrendered his former K-9 partner to a local animal shelter.

Police Nationwide Respond to Wave of Bomb Threats

“These threats are also being reported to other locations nationwide & are NOT considered credible at this time,” the NYPD said.

Suspect Wanted in Shooting of 3 Texas Officers Found Dead

The shooting prompted a five-hour-long standoff with Trevino, who was barricaded inside the home. The standoff ended at 6:15 p.m. when police found Trevino dead of a self-inflicted gunshot wound inside the house.

Authorities say Daniel Trevino was wanted for domestic violence. When officers attempted to serve a warrant Tuesday he opened fire wounding three. A standoff ensued after the gunfight and Trevino was found dead. (Photo: Harris County SO)

Arkansas K-9 Shot at Standoff, Suspect in Custody

Officers learned that the shooting suspect, a 56-year-old woman, inside the home and refused to surrender to police custody. After several hours of negotiating, police sent in K-9 Gabo. The woman reportedly opened fire on the dog and hit him.

Texas Agency Adds Two New SWAT Team Members, Including First Female

The San Antonio (TX) Police Department added two new members to its SWAT Team last week—one of whom is the first ever female to join the unit.

The San Antonio (TX) Police Department added two new members to its SWAT Team last week—one of whom is the first ever female to join the unit. Image courtesy of SAPD / Facebook.

California K-9 Killed, Handler Shot in Gunfight

An officer with the Tulare (CA) Police Department was wounded and his new K-9 partner killed in a gunfight over the weekend.

K-9 'Bane' was shot and killed on duty.

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