ENDICOTT, N.Y. – Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agents on Wednesday captured a foreign gang leader who is accused of committing nearly two dozen homicides in his home country, according to reports. Peruvian national Gianfranco Torres-Navarro, 38, entered the United States illegally near Roma, Texas, on May 16, federal authorities confirmed. Before officials knew of Read More >
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Minnesota murder rate up 50% since 2019, aggravated assault and motor vehicle theft have also increased
By Luke Sprinkel The murder rate in Minnesota has increased 50% since 2019, according to the Minnesota Department of Public Safety’s Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA). Yesterday, the BCA released the 2023 Uniform Crime Report for the State of Minnesota. The report tracks a variety of annual crime statistics including murder, rape, aggravated assault, motor vehicle theft, Read More >
Bystander video: Mass. officer pinned by own cruiser trying to stop fight
After the cruiser failed to stay in park once the Worcester Police Department officer got out, it rolled forward, pinning him to another car; bystanders stepped in to save the officer
Union protests NFL’s biometric data demand for Vegas officers working security
The NFL is requesting a photo of officers, which will be used by a scanner to identify them and verify that they have access to different areas within stadiums
Ex-Kans. police chief who led raid on newspaper charged with obstruction of justice
The prosecutors stated that no crime was committed by newspaper employees and that the chief reached an erroneous conclusion because of a poor investigation
Officer severely injured during protest known for desire to serve, love for community, colleagues say
Ferguson Officer Travis Brown remains in critical condition at a St. Louis-area hospital, three days after he was attacked by a protester outside of the police station
From burnout to rejuvenation: How a Minnesota PD’s sabbatical program is transforming officer wellness
Dive into how Officer Cody Haakonson’s paid sabbatical highlights Paynesville PD’s innovative approach to keeping officers happy, healthy and on the job
Illinois sheriff to retire after death threats following deputy’s fatal shooting of unarmed woman
“Some individuals would rather see our community divided and in turmoil than allow me to continue serving as sheriff,” Sangamon County Sheriff Jack Campbell stated
Stop! Police!
(NPA) – No prosecution of a police officer for a use of force (UOF) event in the line of duty should be allowed without the testimony of an expert in the complexity of decision-making. That wouldn’t absolve every officer in every UOF, because some deaths and injuries are not justifiable, but tragedies of unjust prosecution Read More >
A Transparent Partnership Built for Wellness
In a technology focused northern California police department, Officer Henderson found himself with a unique assignment. His mission was to evaluate a groundbreaking piece of equipment, the Officer Community Policing Monitor (OCPM), a multifunctional device designed to revolutionize the face of law enforcement wellness and community engagement. The OCPM, a wrist-worn device integrated with an Read More >