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#public-safety
fromThe New York Sun
1 week ago
NYC politics

Mamdani, Threatening To Dismantle Policing Achievements That Make New York Livable, Pushes a 'Department of Community Safety'

fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
Brooklyn

500 NYC bodegas getting panic buttons with direct police link to help fight crime, Mayor Adams says | amNewYork

London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

Video shows dangerous' knifeman wrestled to the floor by officer, 23, in Lewisham

PC Morgan Younger displayed remarkable bravery and instinctive action in disarming an armed attacker, preventing harm to a victim.
fromThe New York Sun
1 week ago
NYC politics

Mamdani, Threatening To Dismantle Policing Achievements That Make New York Livable, Pushes a 'Department of Community Safety'

fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago
Brooklyn

500 NYC bodegas getting panic buttons with direct police link to help fight crime, Mayor Adams says | amNewYork

London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
5 months ago

Video shows dangerous' knifeman wrestled to the floor by officer, 23, in Lewisham

PC Morgan Younger displayed remarkable bravery and instinctive action in disarming an armed attacker, preventing harm to a victim.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Reform UK council leader says police should be able to shoot people if necessary'

"...police should have the proper backing to shoot those who pose a risk to officers or members of the public..."
UK news
#robbery
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

'Don't Lie for the Other Guy.' ATF targets straw purchases of guns

Special Agent John Vecchio stated during a press conference, 'The message behind the campaign is simple: If you're buying a gun for someone who can't legally own one, you are committing a crime. You're helping potentially arm someone with dangerous intentions.' This emphasizes the seriousness of straw purchases and their implications on public safety.
US politics
#facial-recognition
UK politics
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Gang members caught with machetes and guns were left free to wage armed war

Sussex Police apprehended two men with weapons; gang violence involving youth persists, revealing systemic failures in handling juvenile offenders.
fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk
2 weeks ago

More than 6,000 packets of illegal cigarettes and tobacco seized in Norbury raid

Croydon Council seized over 6,000 counterfeit cigarette packets, leading to the prosecution of Sylwester Krauze for illegal tobacco sales.
#community-engagement
fromwww.romfordrecorder.co.uk
3 weeks ago

The east London towns getting more police on the beat to combat summer crime 'blitz'

More police are deployed in east London town centres this summer as part of a 'blitz' on crime.
#shoplifting
#london
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Southport inquiry will examine one of most egregious crimes' in UK history

The inquiry will investigate how it was possible for Rudakubana to cause such devastation, analysing decisions behind his troubling behavior and identifying relevant failings.
UK news
#knife-crime
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Why you should blur your house on Google Maps - and how to do it

The crooks are looking for new and innovative ways to victimise people, and it's good for the public to be aware and counter what the criminals are already doing.
Privacy technologies
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Predator who raped schoolgirl, 13, in an alleyway near Croydon shopping centre is jailed

Amini's attack on this vulnerable girl was predatory and calculated. He has demonstrated himself to be a dangerous sexual offender and this sentence prevents him from harming anyone else.
London politics
#community-safety
#fraud
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Moment prolific shoplifter nabbed in wave of undercover Met Police sting operations

Dramatic CCTV footage captured police officers arresting George Nicholson, a notorious shoplifter caught during a sting operation in Bromley, London.
London politics
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Video surveillance cameras coming to Brooklyn Heights Promenade

Surveillance cameras will be installed at Brooklyn Heights Promenade to enhance safety, as crime is rising.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Pleasanton police urge caution after string of robberies at ATM machines

Police have increased patrols around local bank parking lots after a string of ATM robberies, urging citizens to be cautious, especially after dark.
Privacy professionals
fromBustle
1 month ago

A 'Bridgerton' Actor Is Going Viral After Her Fight With A Thief

Genevieve Chenneour bravely fought off a phone thief, drawing on her instincts and training, reflecting on her surprising reaction afterward.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Tory MP who pursued suspected thief down London street and secured arrest praised for getting 'stuck in'

An MP successfully pursued and reported a suspect, showcasing civic responsibility and engagement.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Youth workers in London custody centres stop 90% reoffending, says report

The London VRU's youth diversion scheme significantly reduces reoffending among young violent offenders, achieving up to 90% success in preventing future crimes.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

More than 250k seized in courier fraud crackdown

The Met Police's crackdown on courier fraud has led to significant arrests and cash seizures, primarily affecting elderly victims.
#safety
fromSFGATE
3 months ago
NYC real estate

New York Influencer Issues Stark Warning About Deadbolting Doors After Terrifying Encounter in Her Luxury Apartment

fromSFGATE
3 months ago
NYC real estate

New York Influencer Issues Stark Warning About Deadbolting Doors After Terrifying Encounter in Her Luxury Apartment

fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

UK's most senior police officer criticises early prison release scheme

Sir Mark Rowley stated that the early release of offenders, without proper analysis of policing impact, will burden police forces already stretched by austerity cuts.
UK politics
#policing
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

San Jose police arrest suspects in dangerous copper wire theft

Copper wire theft endangers lives and disrupts essential services like power and telecommunications, particularly increasing post-COVID due to higher demand.
France politics
fromThe Local France
2 months ago

Minister calls for France to become 'cashless society'

France's justice minister advocates for a cashless society to combat crime, raising questions about the country's readiness to abandon cash.
#police
London food
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Moment dangerous paedophile, 73, confesses to police he took girl, six, from her school in south London

Facial recognition technology successfully identified a registered sex offender attempting to befriend a young child in South London.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Unsung Big Apple heroes - NYC's hospital cops - finally get their day

Health + Hospitals Police Department recognized for their crucial role in public safety without firearms.
#cctv
from48 hills
2 months ago

Newsom's latest attack on the unhoused is brutal, cruel-and a political fail - 48 hills

Newsom's approach to homelessness reflects a harsh political strategy rather than effective policy, neglecting the need for affordable housing solutions.
#surveillance
Privacy technologies
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

In Sao Paulo, Big Brother' is watching, with 25,000 cameras and facial recognition technology

Smart Sampa's AI-driven surveillance system has successfully apprehended over 1,000 criminals in Sao Paulo, enhancing public safety without violence.
Privacy technologies
fromenglish.elpais.com
2 months ago

In Sao Paulo, Big Brother' is watching, with 25,000 cameras and facial recognition technology

Smart Sampa's AI-driven surveillance system has successfully apprehended over 1,000 criminals in Sao Paulo, enhancing public safety without violence.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

44 percent: Florida Memorial upgrades, Circle of Brotherhood, Miami judge

The Circle of Brotherhood needs community support after losing federal funding essential for crime prevention efforts.
Data science
fromFast Company
2 months ago

The real-life risks of predictive policing-and what one city is doing differently

Predictive policing mirrors the ethical dilemmas of the film "Minority Report" regarding preemptive arrests and accountability.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

EXCLUSIVE: Orinda residents pay and install cameras after 108 residential burglaries

We originally went to city council, made the ask for them to put cameras in this neighborhood and didn't follow through over the ensuing months.
SF parents
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Adams' bodega panic buttons are make-believe politics - and could be just the start

Mayor Adams announced a $1.6M plan for 500 bodegas to install panic buttons to deter crime, emphasizing a reactive approach to safety.
#san-francisco
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Security cameras are coming to Altadena to combat surge in thefts. Some residents say it's not enough

Altadena sees a 450% rise in residential burglaries, prompting law enforcement to install security cameras.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 months ago

Oakland violence prevention programs defunded by Trump administration

Major funding cuts to violence prevention programs in Oakland due to DOJ's $811 million reduction in grants.
Local organizations are directly impacted, facing financial strain and potential program cuts.
NYC politics
fromPCMAG
3 months ago

NYC Bets on AI Surveillance to Clean Up Subways, Predict Criminal Behavior

MTA is leveraging AI to enhance subway security by identifying potential threats in real-time using video surveillance.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 months ago

Trump Orders Hegseth and Bondi and to Determine How Military' Can Be Used in Domestic Law Enforcement

Trump's executive order seeks to employ military assets for domestic law enforcement purposes.
Gadgets
fromTravel + Leisure
3 months ago

I Got Mugged, Pickpocketed, Robbed, and Had My Car Broken Into on Trips-These Are 9 Products I Wish I'd Had

Travel has taught the author to be prepared for unexpected events, utilizing protective gear for safety.
Traveling smarter improves the experience and comfort on solo trips.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Youth centres may seem tame fare for politicians. But I've seen firsthand how they cut crime | Simon Jenkins

"The charity reckons half the people it served were saved from turning to crime, reflecting its essential role in addressing a chronic urban need."
London politics
Gadgets
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 months ago

San Jose police warning public of alarming car theft trend: Here's how to protect yourself

Car thieves in San Jose are increasingly using advanced technology to bypass ignition systems, making vehicle theft simpler.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Livermore drug bust nets mother and daughter

Authorities arrested a woman, her daughter, and her daughter's boyfriend for allegedly manufacturing and selling drugs at their residence near Granada High School.
SF parents
fromGothamist
3 months ago

United Bodegas of America renews call for 'panic buttons' in all NYC bodegas

The United Bodegas of America demands panic buttons and increased police monitoring in response to recent fatal bodega incidents.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Why are NY judges, lawmakers and other leftists conspiring to murder a Bronx woman?

New York's lenient legal system fails to protect victims, allowing dangerous criminals like Jarrell Coburn to repeatedly threaten and invade their homes.
#atm-security
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

NY bill would ban cops from routine traffic stops like the one that nabbed a famous serial killer: 'Most dangerous' ever

New bill proposed in Albany could ban police from stopping drivers for low-level violations, raising concerns around law enforcement capabilities.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Phone theft hotspots marked with 'blue plaques'

Fake blue plaques mark locations of mobile phone thefts to raise awareness in London.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

UK to work with allies and social media to tackle people smuggling adverts

The agreement made at the UK's Organised Immigration Crime Summit includes collective actions between international allies and social media platforms to combat online advertisements for people smuggling.
UK news
#metropolitan-police
fromwww.times-series.co.uk
4 months ago

Woman suspected of being a loan shark arrested in morning raid

A woman suspected of being a loan shark has been arrested in Barnet, highlighting ongoing efforts against illegal money lending in England.
London startup
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

I cried like a little boy': pigeon fanciers in Belgium relive agony of stolen prized birds

In the pigeon racing scene, theft has been a persistent problem, but it has significantly escalated over the last year, with estimates of up to 15 thefts occurring.
UK news
#nypd
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Andrew Cuomo plans to hire 5,000 more NYPD cops if elected NYC mayor

Andrew Cuomo proposes hiring 5,000 additional police officers to enhance NYPD resources and reduce overtime costs.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Jessica Tisch's vision for a cleaner, safer New York: Letters to the Editor - March 1, 2025

NYPD Commissioner Tisch's focus on quality of life improvements amidst obstacles presents a complex challenge for law enforcement in NYC.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Two NYC cops shot by Venezuelan migrant during scooter chase get promoted: 'Very proud'

Two NYPD officers promoted after surviving a shootout during a scooter chase, highlighting bravery and commitment to keeping the streets safe.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Andrew Cuomo plans to hire 5,000 more NYPD cops if elected NYC mayor

Andrew Cuomo proposes hiring 5,000 additional police officers to enhance NYPD resources and reduce overtime costs.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
5 months ago

Jessica Tisch's vision for a cleaner, safer New York: Letters to the Editor - March 1, 2025

NYPD Commissioner Tisch's focus on quality of life improvements amidst obstacles presents a complex challenge for law enforcement in NYC.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

IRS whistleblowers vindicated, fight crime to fight gangs and other commentary

IRS whistleblowers Shapley and Ziegler have been vindicated and promoted for exposing political interference in the Hunter Biden investigation.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Gun law review urged after killer who plotted school shooting exposed major failure'

Gun laws need urgent review following a teenager's ability to buy a shotgun with a forged license.
Current firearms licensing processes expose critical vulnerabilities that can lead to tragedies.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Trump Official Threatens to Withhold M.T.A. Funding Over Safety Data

Trump administration threatens to cut federal funding to New York's M.T.A. unless crime prevention data is provided.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Exclusive | Trump admin demands MTA fork over NYC subway crime data - or risk billons in federal funding

The MTA faces potential funding cuts unless it addresses subway safety concerns raised by the federal government.
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 months ago

Cupertino to install license plate reader cameras - San Jose Spotlight

"It's always hard to have enough staff to do the patrols, so I look at this technology as a way to help us catch criminals in the act."
Silicon Valley
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
4 months ago

BPD wants new cameras to combat retail theft. Here's where

Berkeley intends to reduce retail theft by implementing a revised surveillance camera strategy focusing on commercial districts.
Digital life
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Camera and spare batteries disguised as plants found outside home could be burglary tools, officials say

Burglars are increasingly using hidden cameras disguised as everyday objects to monitor potential victims without detection.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Amazon driver sexually assaulted teen while making deliveries, L.A. County prosecutors say

An Amazon delivery driver was arrested for multiple assaults, including one involving a minor.
Video games
fromGameSpot
4 months ago

Dressed Like Mario And Luigi, Brazil Cops Arrested Pickpocket Suspects At Carnival

Brazilian police went undercover as Mario and Luigi at Carnival celebrations to arrest thieves.
This humorous approach aims to deter crime during large public events.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Gardai get tourist's phone back in sting operation after thief tries to sell it back

A tourist's stolen phone in Dublin was recovered when Gardaí ascertained a meeting with the thief.
Mobile phone theft is prevalent in Dublin, with a low recovery rate for stolen devices.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago

Criminals caught with signal jammers' used in car thefts face five years in prison

New laws introduce up to five years in prison for possession of signal jammers used in car theft.
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