Tag: COVID-19: Page 20

Patrol

Police Week Candlelight Vigil Canceled Over Coronavirus,  Names of Fallen to be Read During Virtual Event

“The current crisis that our nation and the world is facing has resulted in the cancelation of pubic gatherings in DC during National Police Week 2020,” said National Law En-forcement Officers Memorial Fund CEO Marcia Ferranto.

March 18, 2020

Command

COPS Office Fiscal Year 2020 Grant Solicitation Deadlines Extended

The Department of Justice COPS Office has extended the solicitation deadline for several open grant programs due to the potential impact of jurisdictional emergency responses to COVID-19 that may cause reasonable delays for applicants.

March 18, 2020

Patrol

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.

March 18, 2020

Patrol

How To Protect Yourself from COVID-19 Infection

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

March 18, 2020

Patrol

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.

March 18, 2020

Patrol

Police and the Coronavirus Pandemic

POLICE

Know the symptoms of COVID-19 and how to prevent the spread of the disease on duty.

March 17, 2020

Patrol

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.

March 17, 2020

Patrol

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.”

March 17, 2020

Special Units

Pandemic Delays Funeral for Slain Philadelphia SWAT Officer

The viewing and funeral for slain Philadelphia Police Cpl. James O’Connor have been postponed indefinitely amid the coronavirus outbreak. O’Connor was shot and killed last Friday morning, while serving an arrest warrant.

March 17, 2020

Patrol

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.

March 17, 2020

Patrol

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.

March 17, 2020

Patrol

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).

March 17, 2020