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Patrol
NYPD Announces New Unit to Patrol Times Square
NYPD has announced a new unit dedicated to patrolling Times Square following weeks of complaints about the panhandling tactics of costumed characters such as Elmo and Batman and topless women covered in body paint.
August 27, 2015
Photo: NYPD Facebook
Careers
Pittsburgh River Rescue Unit
The River Rescue Unit (RRU) responds to suicide attempts on the river, searches for and rescues lost and endangered swimmers, and makes sure boaters aren't breaking the law.
September 24, 2013
Photo courtesy of Pittsburgh Bureau of Police.
Training
Public Response to In-Custody Deaths
The chances of an in-custody death subsequent to police use of less-lethal weapons sparking a media firestorm in your city are ever growing. So it is imperative that your agency be prepared to respond to the public and media when an arrest-related death occurs.
September 16, 2013
Photo courtesy of iStockPhoto.com.
Training
Self Study Helps You Rise Up the Ranks
Many officers focus on what's important to them in their current assignment, or ask why they should take courses they will never use. If you're seeking command positions, you'll have to supervise specialties where you have limited, if any, practical working knowledge.
September 3, 2013
Photo courtesy of William Harvey.
Careers
N.J. Parole Board's Sex Offender Management Unit
The New Jersey State Parole Board's Sex Offender Management Unit's sworn officers prevent repeat offenses and help offenders re-enter society with active supervision, the use of GPS ankle bracelets, counseling programs and subsequent arrests for new violations.
September 2, 2013
Sgt. Ryan Andresen conducts a polygraph examination. Photos courtesy of the SOMU.
Training
ATF's Tactical Medic Program
ATF tactical medics operate as a special agent EMTs with a life-saving skill set. They can perform classic trauma-care functions such as CPR, bandaging, splinting, applying oxygen, and spinal immobilization. They also utilize advanced skills.
August 17, 2013
Photo courtesy of Chris Felski/ATF.
Careers
NYPD's iTheft Division
When iPhones, iPads or other Apple devices are stolen, detectives with the new unit collect tracking numbers of smartphones and partner with Apple to locate the stolen devices.
August 4, 2013
Photo via Sean MacEntee/Flickr.
Training
U.S. Fish & Wildlife's K-9 Detectors
The U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service started a K-9 detection program that uses Labrador mixes to locate illegally transported exotic animals and products at five U.S. airports. Video by Kareem Girgis. Read the full story here.
July 31, 2013
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Careers
Video: U.S. Fish & Wildlife's K-9 Detectors
Just as detector dogs can be trained to locate narcotics or bomb-making materials, they can also be trained to find exotic animals smuggled through U.S. airports.
July 30, 2013
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Training
Atlanta Police Launch Path Force Unit for Trail Loop
The Atlanta Police Department on Friday unveiled the Path Force Unit, a special unit of 15 mostly bicycle patrol officers to patrol the Beltline, a 22-mile loop of bicycle and pedestrian trails.
July 25, 2013
Careers
Indiana State Police's Meth Suppression Section
The Indiana State Police's Methamphetamine Suppression Section (MSS) seizes hundreds of meth labs a month. The troopers assigned to the unit encounter plenty of hazardous chemicals, dangerous "shake and bake" meth labs, and children living in meth-cooking environments.
July 18, 2013
Indiana MSS troopers test chemicals found at a crime scene. Photo courtesy of ISP.
Training
Cross-Training Mich. Officers May Have Cheated on Fire Test
Monroe (Mich.) Police officers cross-training to become firefighters may have used instructors’ materials improperly during academy training, documents provided to The Blade show.
July 9, 2013
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