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fromwww.cbc.ca
1 hour ago

Toronto cop at centre of corruption probe denied bail again | CBC News

Const. Timothy Barnhardt, 56, will remain in custody while facing 17 charges, the most of any of the seven Toronto cops and one retired officer arrested in connection to the York Regional Police investigation Project South.
Canada news
fromBoston.com
1 hour ago

Natick police officer on leave following domestic violence charges

Jackson Dwyer, 28, pleaded not guilty Monday to charges of assault and battery on a family or household member, strangulation or suffocation, and witness intimidation. His lawyer, David Zirlen, said the woman 'already has recanted' the allegations behind all three charges.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Burglary arrests in Burbank follow rash of San Fernando Valley break-ins

A neighbor living near the 2700 block of Scott Road in Burbank called police around 7:20 p.m. Sunday after seeing two people dressed in black go into someone's backyard then crawl into the house through a window.
Los Angeles
fromHoodline
2 hours ago

New York's Chief Fire Marshal Once Patrolled Brooklyn's 84th Precinct

Michael Kavanagh has been promoted to Chief Fire Marshal for the FDNY, putting him in charge of the Bureau of Fire Investigation, which handles complex fire investigations and arson prosecutions.
New York City
#nypd
fromQNS
21 hours ago
NYC politics

AG James' office will not pursue criminal charges in an NYPD-involved fatal shooting in Corona just over two years ago - QNS

NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Staten Islanders: Save Us From 'Super Speeder Cop' - Streetsblog New York City

Residents are frustrated with NYPD Officer James Giovansanti's reckless driving, accumulating numerous speeding tickets without consequence.
Brooklyn
from710 WOR
1 week ago

NYPD Detectives On Modified Duty After Brooklyn Incident | 710 WOR

Two NYPD detectives are under investigation for violently arresting an innocent man, leading to public outcry and calls for justice.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
14 hours ago

James Giovansanti, Staten Island's Super-Speeding Cop, Reveals The NYPD's Inner Conflict Over Rogue Officers - Streetsblog New York City

A Staten Island cop accumulated 547 speeding and red-light tickets, raising concerns about accountability and standards within the NYPD.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
6 days ago

NYPD Seeks Six Suspects in Brooklyn Robbery Pattern

NYPD seeks public help identifying suspects in a robbery pattern across multiple Brooklyn precincts.
fromQNS
21 hours ago
NYC politics

AG James' office will not pursue criminal charges in an NYPD-involved fatal shooting in Corona just over two years ago - QNS

New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
1 week ago

NYPD detectives in viral arrest video didn't have body cameras, used WhatsApp to call for backup

NYPD officers used WhatsApp instead of radios during a violent arrest, raising concerns about police communication protocols.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

Staten Islanders: Save Us From 'Super Speeder Cop' - Streetsblog New York City

Residents are frustrated with NYPD Officer James Giovansanti's reckless driving, accumulating numerous speeding tickets without consequence.
Brooklyn
from710 WOR
1 week ago

NYPD Detectives On Modified Duty After Brooklyn Incident | 710 WOR

Two NYPD detectives are under investigation for violently arresting an innocent man, leading to public outcry and calls for justice.
Boston real estate
fromFuturism
23 hours ago

Woman Convicted for Attacking Police With Swarm of Furious Bees

Evictions can lead to extreme reactions, as demonstrated by a beekeeper who used bees to delay officers during a tense eviction.
#oakland
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Oakland Police Fatally Shoot Man Who They Say Pointed Gun at Officers and Children

Police fatally shot a man in Oakland who was reportedly pointing a gun at people, including children, after multiple reports were made.
East Bay (California)
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Oakland Police Fatally Shoot Man Who They Say Pointed Gun at Officers and Children

Police fatally shot a man in Oakland who was reportedly pointing a gun at people, including children, after multiple reports were made.
#public-safety
fromABC7 San Francisco
22 hours ago
San Francisco

SF Mayor Daniel Lurie announces Steven Betz as new public safety chief

Steven Betz appointed as San Francisco's new public safety chief, focusing on crime reduction and collaboration across public safety departments.
fromHoodline
1 week ago
Brooklyn

NYPD and Brooklyn DA Joint Public Safety Announcement

NYPD Commissioner and Brooklyn DA to announce important public safety initiative.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
22 hours ago

SF Mayor Daniel Lurie announces Steven Betz as new public safety chief

Steven Betz appointed as San Francisco's new public safety chief, focusing on crime reduction and collaboration across public safety departments.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 week ago

NYPD and Brooklyn DA Joint Public Safety Announcement

NYPD Commissioner and Brooklyn DA to announce important public safety initiative.
#california-highway-patrol
California
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 day ago

CHP cracking down on speeding with 24-hour statewide 'Maximum Enforcement Period'

California Highway Patrol's Maximum Enforcement Period targets speeding drivers to reduce dangerous driving behaviors and improve road safety.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Check your mirrors: CHP announces 1-day crackdown on speeding drivers

California Highway Patrol is enforcing speed limits to reduce serious crashes and fatalities on roads.
Privacy professionals
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

Palo Alto license plate data searched by hundreds of out-of-state agencies - San Jose Spotlight

Public records reveal extensive searches of Palo Alto's ALPR data by law enforcement agencies, contradicting local officials' claims.
#san-francisco
Silicon Valley
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Here's How Much San Francisco Tech Companies Pay for Police Protection

Elon Musk relocated X's offices from San Francisco due to violent crime concerns, prompting tech companies to enhance security measures.
fromSFGATE
4 days ago
San Francisco

Wild video shows person dangling off Bay Bridge to avoid police

A man evaded police by clinging to the Bay Bridge after a stolen vehicle chase, ultimately surrendering without incident.
Silicon Valley
fromWIRED
2 days ago

Here's How Much San Francisco Tech Companies Pay for Police Protection

Elon Musk relocated X's offices from San Francisco due to violent crime concerns, prompting tech companies to enhance security measures.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Wild video shows person dangling off Bay Bridge to avoid police

A man evaded police by clinging to the Bay Bridge after a stolen vehicle chase, ultimately surrendering without incident.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Riverside County man dies while in custody, sheriff's office says

A 38-year-old man died after a medical emergency while in custody at the Robert Presley Detention Center in Jurupa Valley.
France news
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Mass. police officer put on leave amid domestic violence allegations

A Shrewsbury police officer faces criminal charges for allegedly threatening his wife with a gun and abusing substances.
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Cambridge police ask for public's help locating missing 21-year-old

Toshiaki Takenaka, 21, has not been seen since April 21. His family has not seen or heard from him since then, which is "unusual."
Boston
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Police Bodycam Footage Shows Antioch Officer Trapped With Suspect In Moving SUV

Bodycam footage shows Officer Travis Donaldson attempting to grab DeSouza before being pulled into the SUV as it began moving, leading to a high-speed confrontation.
DC food
Chicago
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 days ago

2 police officers wounded, 1 critically, in shooting at Chicago hospital, officials say

Two police officers were shot at a Chicago hospital, with one in critical condition and the suspect in custody.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Police across the US worry officers are being misidentified as ICE, records show

Immigration operations are causing confusion and fear among law enforcement, impacting their ability to perform regular duties effectively.
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

How Salem police busted an alleged prostitution ring at local massage parlors

We see this as much a rescue operation as it is a criminal investigation. The exploitation of victims of human trafficking will not be tolerated in the city of Salem.
SOMA, SF
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Sunnyvale officials say license plate cameras prevent crime - San Jose Spotlight

ALPRs have become an active solution. It's not perfect, but hearing from some of the jewelry store owners tonight, it makes them feel safe. It makes their customers feel safer, changing their procedures and working with them, all that, but we will never have enough police officers to monitor and catch every stolen vehicle coming into the city.
Privacy technologies
fromSan Jose Spotlight
1 day ago

San Jose police overtime hit $72M in 2025, audit shows - San Jose Spotlight

"One-hundred twenty-four sworn staff worked over 1,000 hours of overtime in fiscal year 2024-25, which raises concerns about sustainability and officer wellness," City Auditor Joe Rois said at a recent committee meeting reviewing the report.
California
fromBoston.com
20 hours ago

Somerville has been trying to fire a police detective since 2018. He's still getting paid.

Dante DiFronzo has earned $535,238.40 in administrative leave pay since 2017, amid accusations of withholding evidence and lying on reports after he 'deputized' a street source.
Law
#lapd
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Drones join LAPD helicopters in city skies for standoffs, chases - and surveillance

LAPD deployed drones over 3,500 times last year for emergency responses, raising privacy concerns compared to traditional helicopters.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Leaked LAPD records reveal officers in fireworks blast received only brief suspensions

LAPD bomb squad officers faced minimal discipline after a botched fireworks detonation destroyed a city block in South L.A.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Officers called out serious problems at firearms training facility; LAPD retaliated, jury finds

LAPD retaliated against four officers for raising safety concerns, resulting in a nearly $15 million jury award for the officers.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Drones join LAPD helicopters in city skies for standoffs, chases - and surveillance

LAPD deployed drones over 3,500 times last year for emergency responses, raising privacy concerns compared to traditional helicopters.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Leaked LAPD records reveal officers in fireworks blast received only brief suspensions

LAPD bomb squad officers faced minimal discipline after a botched fireworks detonation destroyed a city block in South L.A.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Officers called out serious problems at firearms training facility; LAPD retaliated, jury finds

LAPD retaliated against four officers for raising safety concerns, resulting in a nearly $15 million jury award for the officers.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

As home invasions rise, some Toronto residents take security into their own hands | CBC News

Home invasions in Toronto have surged, prompting residents to enhance security measures like window film to deter intruders.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
4 days ago

OPP will get major detachment at Ontario Place as officers prepare to patrol Gardiner, DVP | CBC News

Ontario Place will have a new OPP detachment to enhance highway patrols and ensure safety for visitors.
#police-accountability
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago
Law

NY's highest court sets new precedent for how police must communicate when making arrests based on shared information | amNewYork

Law
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

NY's highest court sets new precedent for how police must communicate when making arrests based on shared information | amNewYork

Police must verify information with the officer who entered it before making an arrest based on law enforcement databases.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

In the wake of scandals, Antioch Police Department completes policy reforms demanded by DOJ

Antioch Police Department completed a comprehensive policy overhaul focused on accountability following a Department of Justice agreement addressing corruption, racism, and civil rights violations.
California
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Police seeing an increase in e-bike violations

Palo Alto police report increased traffic law violations by student e-bike riders, prompting discussions on safety measures and education.
fromPadailypost
3 weeks ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
SF parents
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Fired Sheriff files defamation claim against county

Christina Corpus claims her removal as San Mateo County Sheriff was due to a defamation campaign, not misconduct.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
4 days ago

Fremont Police Chief Floyd Mitchell details plan for safety, transparency as he steps into new role

Floyd Mitchell is the new police chief of Fremont, focusing on traffic safety and addressing crime challenges in the community.
Law
fromPadailypost
4 days ago

Woodside releases investigation of Town Manager's allegations

Woodside Councilman Paul Goeld violated open meeting laws regarding his hiring process, according to an investigation into allegations by Town Manager Jason Ledbetter.
fromQNS
5 days ago

Queens College security guard indicted for selling guns on campus to undercover officer: DA - QNS

Ncodjigui Sanogo, 29, and Mouhamadou Sylla, 25, were indicted for selling 38 illegal firearms to undercover officers in Queens and the Bronx, facing a 131-count indictment.
NYC politics
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

O.C. deputies shoot man who had brandished gun at his ex's new boyfriend, authorities say

Deputies opened fire on the suspect at 3:50 a.m. and rendered medical aid. Paramedics transferred him to a nearby hospital where he remains in critical condition.
California
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

NYC sheriff's deputies involved in alleged evidence scandal during COVID still employed, on track for promotions

Several NYC Sheriff's Office employees allegedly stole confiscated liquor and tobacco during the pandemic, with some still employed and on track for promotions.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Man wanted in 6-hour spree of assaults in San Fernando Valley is arrested, records show

A sex offender was arrested for multiple sexual assaults on women in San Fernando Valley within a few hours.
Law
fromABC7 San Francisco
6 days ago

Federal appeals court blocks CA law requiring federal agents to wear identification

A California law requiring federal immigration agents to wear identification has been blocked by an appeals court.
Education
fromHoodline
3 weeks ago

NYC Sheriff Supervisor Says Reassigned Over Background Checks

A senior investigator was removed for refusing to compromise on background checks for sheriff's academy recruits amid a hiring surge.
California
fromABC7 San Francisco
5 days ago

Bodycam video shows Antioch officer stuck inside robbery suspect's getaway car

A police chase in Antioch escalated from an armed robbery, resulting in an officer firing at a suspect while trapped in the getaway car.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
6 days ago

To Protect And Swerve: NYPD Cop Has 547 Speeding Tickets Yet Remains On The Force - Streetsblog New York City

James Giovansanti, a NYPD officer, has received 187 traffic tickets in 2025, making him a significant danger to public safety.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

How did thousands of sensitive LAPD files get leaked? City officials seek explanation

Councilmember Ysabel Jurado stated that she expected City Attorney Hydee Feldstein Soto to provide detailed answers regarding the data breach, but instead received an internal report that left many questions unanswered.
Los Angeles
Social justice
fromPUNCH
4 weeks ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
fromPadailypost
5 days ago

Palo Alto learns its license plate cameras could be searched by other police agencies across the country

In late 2023, unbeknownst to many users including PAPD, Flock added a new 'Nationwide Lookup' search feature. Using this feature, an out-of-state local law enforcement or federal agency could perform a broad search of data from Flock's entire nationwide network of over 6,000 cameras, including the 20 cameras then-deployed in Palo Alto.
California
NYC parents
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Why ICE Is Allowed to Impersonate Law Enforcement

ICE agents misled campus security to detain a student without proper identification or judicial warrant.
#287g-program
Non-profit organizations
fromWIRED
1 month ago

ICE Is Paying the Salaries of This Town's Entire Police Force

Carroll, NH, received $122,515 from DHS for participating in the 287(g) program, aiding federal immigration enforcement.
Non-profit organizations
fromWIRED
1 month ago

ICE Is Paying the Salaries of This Town's Entire Police Force

Carroll, NH, received $122,515 from DHS for participating in the 287(g) program, aiding federal immigration enforcement.
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Embracing the Warrior-Guardian Paradox in Modern Policing

The warrior and guardian are not competing philosophies between which a department must choose. They are complementary capacities every officer needs - and every agency must develop, sustain, and honor equally.
Social justice
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 weeks ago

Riverside cop seemingly on dating app amid standoff sparks investigation

A Riverside County deputy was seen using a dating app during a standoff with a grand theft suspect, prompting an internal investigation.
California
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Calif. sheriff's deputy spots fuse of 'active' bomb during traffic stop

A traffic stop revealed an active pipe bomb in a vehicle, leading to the arrest of the suspect on multiple charges.
California
fromABC30 Fresno
3 weeks ago

ICE involved in shooting in Stanislaus County, officials confirm

ICE was involved in a shooting incident in Stanislaus County, with a suspect hospitalized and ongoing investigation.
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

Sheriff names San Carlos' new police chief

I am truly honored to serve as the Chief of Police Services for the city of San Carlos, a community I've had the pleasure of serving throughout my career. It's a big job, but I'm confident that with the support of the city, the sheriff and the great people who work here, we're going to make positive strides in policing that reflect local values.
Mission District
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Sheriff's deputies thought they'd stopped a criminal. But license plate cameras led them to the wrong person

License plate theft and swapping create confusion for law enforcement, leading to wrongful stops of innocent drivers.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

San Jose: Police department realigns districts to streamline patrol response

San Jose will redraw patrol districts Nov. 8, reducing districts from 16 to 12 and assigning officers to whole districts to improve response.
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

Court Orders California Sheriff to Release Personnel Records in Watchdog Investigation | KQED

The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office must comply with subpoenas issued by the county's civilian oversight board as part of a whistleblower investigation into alleged misconduct, a state appeals court ruled Thursday.
California
History
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Inside the LAPD's most notorious shadow unit

Sgt. Willie Burns secretly recruited 18 LAPD officers in 1946 to form a covert Gangster Squad targeting organized-crime figures using Thompson submachine guns.
California
fromCalifornia Post
4 weeks ago

California sheriff's department to utilize Batman-like gadget to halt car chases

Riverside County Sheriff's Department will use the Grappler device to safely stop fleeing vehicles, inspired by Batman's gadgets.
#police-substation
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Last-ditch call to save police front counters

Ten London police front counters will close, reducing 37 to 27 and leaving only two 24-hour counters, raising concerns for vulnerable residents.
#crisis-intervention
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Social justice

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
#police-oversight
US news
fromwww.sandiegouniontribune.com
2 months ago

Records show California cops in friendly-fire case saw fellow officers before shooting at suspect

Sheriff's deputies fired 17 shots at a vehicle-theft suspect in 2022 and accidentally struck Detective Pauu, who may have been in their line of fire.
New York City
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

84th Precinct welcomes new commanding officer

Joseph Powers returned as commanding officer of the 84th Precinct and committed to improving safety and quality of life through community collaboration.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

'In our DNA': NYPD deputy chief's daughter becomes fourth sibling to join the force * Brooklyn Paper

Deputy Chief Salvatore Comodo's family exemplifies a multi-generational NYPD legacy, with four of his five children becoming police officers and nine extended family members serving in law enforcement.
East Bay (California)
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Suspected prowler allegedly engaged in 'inappropriate behavior,' linked to 6 Oakland incidents: OPD

Oakland police link a man to at least six prowling incidents in East Oakland neighborhoods, with reports beginning in March 2025 and ongoing investigations in Maxwell Park.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Ballot proposal may change how pay is set for L.A. County sheriff's deputies, firefighters

A proposed November ballot measure would transfer final authority over pay and working-condition disputes for county public safety workers from supervisors to binding arbitration.
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