Law enforcement officers confront ethical challenges daily. These decisions shape careers. Some uphold integrity, while others compromise their morals. Ethics in policing isn’t abstract—it defines reputations and trust. A career can end with just one wrong decision. Yet, the question remains: Are we normalizing poor ethics and unacceptable behavior within law enforcement? The Slippery Slope: Read More >
Georgia Officer Ambushed and Killed
ROSWELL, Georgia — The Roswell Police Department is mourning the death of an officer killed in the line of duty. Police Chief James Conroy said that “One of our officers was shot and killed while serving the citizens of Roswell.” Police said it happened Friday night around 7 pm after officers were called to a Read More >
Living in the Shadows of Bipolar One Disorder
Life’s journey presents challenges; for those with Bipolar One Disorder, it’s a relentless obstacle course. I spent much of my life unaware of my struggle. Life felt chaotic, isolating, painful—I assumed this was normal. My diagnosis of Bipolar One Disorder finally came in the fall of 2024. Then, at 53, I carried considerable past trauma, Read More >
Calif. sheriff’s office ends response to non-criminal mental health calls after qualified immunity ruling
The change follows the Scott v. Smith decision, in which a court ruled a fatal use of force in a mental health response unjustified and questioned if LEOs should have been involved
Nev. PD identifies officer killed in shootout as 17-year veteran, ‘friend, mentor’
“[Officer Jason Roscow’s] sacrifice will never be forgotten and his legacy of service and bravery will continue to inspire us all,” the North Las Vegas Police Department stated
Video: Mich. officer strikes fleeing carjacking suspect with cruiser, disarming him before arrest
After a 25-minute vehicle pursuit, the suspect crashed and fled on foot with a rifle before being struck by a Southfield Police cruiser
What law enforcement needs to know about the 287(g) program and ICE partnerships
The 287(g) program allows ICE to deputize local officers to perform immigration enforcement duties, including identifying and processing noncitizens in custody for potential removal
Video: Man shot at LAPD officers with air rifle before fatal OIS
Video from the incident shows the man yelling and acting erratically before shooting at officers with an air rifle and air pistol
67 dead in D.C. plane crash between Army helicopter, American Airlines flight
The FAA reports air traffic control staffing was “not normal” when the aircraft collided near Reagan National Airport
PD helicopters search for survivors after mid-air collision over D.C.’s Reagan National Airport
Several agencies and departments are involved in search and rescue efforts on the Potomac River after a passenger jet and an Army helicopter collided