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#policing

NYC politics

NYPD staffing: Bottcher urges Adams, Tisch to restore rosters at Manhattan's hardest-hit precincts | amNewYork

Significant reduction in NYPD staffing affects response times and community engagement in western Manhattan.

Erik Bottcher is advocating for the restoration of full officer headcount. Avoiding aggressive enforcement, residents desire visible police presence.

NYC politics

fromNew York Post

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.

fromwww.amny.com

NYC politics

NYPD staffing: Bottcher urges Adams, Tisch to restore rosters at Manhattan's hardest-hit precincts | amNewYork

Significant reduction in NYPD staffing affects response times and community engagement in western Manhattan.

Erik Bottcher is advocating for the restoration of full officer headcount. Avoiding aggressive enforcement, residents desire visible police presence.

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#protests

fromJewish Telegraphic Agency

Concerns raised over impact of Chinese 'super-embassy' on London's 'very stretched' police

Assembly members oppose the relocation of the Chinese embassy due to security and policing concerns, emphasizing prior refusals.

Black Lives Matter

Heavy police presence blocks anti-Israel protest in Brooklyn from reaching Crown Heights - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Protesters planned an anti-Zionist demonstration in Brooklyn that ultimately did not reach the targeted neighborhood due to police intervention.

Black Lives Matter

Most charges against Gaza protesters dismissed but intent is to scare people'

Most charges against pro-Palestinian protesters in the US have been dismissed, suggesting police tactics aim to deter dissent rather than prosecute.

fromJewish Telegraphic Agency

Concerns raised over impact of Chinese 'super-embassy' on London's 'very stretched' police

Assembly members oppose the relocation of the Chinese embassy due to security and policing concerns, emphasizing prior refusals.

Black Lives Matter

Heavy police presence blocks anti-Israel protest in Brooklyn from reaching Crown Heights - Jewish Telegraphic Agency

Protesters planned an anti-Zionist demonstration in Brooklyn that ultimately did not reach the targeted neighborhood due to police intervention.

Black Lives Matter

Most charges against Gaza protesters dismissed but intent is to scare people'

Most charges against pro-Palestinian protesters in the US have been dismissed, suggesting police tactics aim to deter dissent rather than prosecute.

more#protests

UK news

Police officers who fail background checks to be automatically sacked

Police officers in England and Wales failing background checks will be automatically dismissed, enhancing public trust in policing.

#protest

UK politics

3 weeks ago

Vilified, arrested, held incommunicado: that's the price of protest in Britain today | George Monbiot

Authoritarian tactics increasingly used against peaceful protests reflect a disturbing trend in policing and governance across nations.

UK news

Pro-Palestine protesters enter RTE buildings in Dublin

Protesters criticized media coverage of Israel's war in Gaza, leading to police intervention.

UK politics

3 weeks ago

Vilified, arrested, held incommunicado: that's the price of protest in Britain today | George Monbiot

Authoritarian tactics increasingly used against peaceful protests reflect a disturbing trend in policing and governance across nations.

UK news

Pro-Palestine protesters enter RTE buildings in Dublin

Protesters criticized media coverage of Israel's war in Gaza, leading to police intervention.

more#protest

#crime-prevention

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

UK politics

Starmer told to ban the police from 'non crime hate incidents' as it is 'Orwellian nonsense' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour should focus on real crime instead of non-crime hate incidents, as per Kemi Badenoch.

London

Police crackdown on Lambeth crime hotspots with facial recognition technology

Facial recognition technology is deployed in crime hotspots to identify suspects and enhance proactive policing efforts.

fromwww.yourlocalguardian.co.uk

UK politics

Starmer told to ban the police from 'non crime hate incidents' as it is 'Orwellian nonsense' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Labour should focus on real crime instead of non-crime hate incidents, as per Kemi Badenoch.

London

Police crackdown on Lambeth crime hotspots with facial recognition technology

Facial recognition technology is deployed in crime hotspots to identify suspects and enhance proactive policing efforts.

more#crime-prevention

UK politics

Reeves says inflation fall shows plan for change is working' UK politics live

UK inflation dropped to 2.6% in March, signalling a potential positive shift in economic conditions.

UK politics

Opinon piece: There is 'not only two-tier policing,' but 'two-tier justice' plus there is the pathetic 'Thought Police' - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The report denies two-tier policing in the UK, despite public sentiment and criticism from figures like Nigel Farage.

Opinion: Hochul's Desire to Appear Tough on Crime Puts Us All in Danger

New Yorkers in crisis require housing and supportive services rather than punitive measures to ensure health and safety.

London politics

Teenage girl, 16, raped in Primrose Hill park sparking police hunt

A teenage girl reported being raped in Primrose Hill, prompting an extensive police search and raising concerns about safety and police resource allocation.

London

Met PC tackles armed man in petrol station shop

Metropolitan Police officer PC Morgan Younger bravely intervened to stop a knife attack, showcasing exemplary courage and quick action.

fromMission Local

Mission District

Residents question efficacy of SFPD 'Dear John' program to deter sex work

San Francisco's police initiative encourages public reporting of solicitation via license plates, raising community concerns about its effectiveness and ramifications.

fromComputerWeekly.com

UK news

National 5G Standalone could save UK police 11 million hours a year | Computer Weekly

5G Standalone networks can significantly enhance police efficiency, enabling more emergency calls and freeing up time for community engagement.

fromThe Mercury News

Miscellaneous

Year in Review: a roundup of Los Gatos Town Council actions

Los Gatos Town Council made notable decisions on leadership and public safety in 2024, highlighting budget efficiency and police department evaluations.

NYC politics

fromCity Limits

Opinion: Hochul's Desire to Appear Tough on Crime Puts Us All in Danger

New Yorkers in crisis require housing and supportive services rather than punitive measures to ensure health and safety.

Teenage girl, 16, raped in Primrose Hill park sparking police hunt

A teenage girl reported being raped in Primrose Hill, prompting an extensive police search and raising concerns about safety and police resource allocation.

London

Met PC tackles armed man in petrol station shop

Metropolitan Police officer PC Morgan Younger bravely intervened to stop a knife attack, showcasing exemplary courage and quick action.

fromMission Local

Mission District

Residents question efficacy of SFPD 'Dear John' program to deter sex work

San Francisco's police initiative encourages public reporting of solicitation via license plates, raising community concerns about its effectiveness and ramifications.

fromComputerWeekly.com

UK news

National 5G Standalone could save UK police 11 million hours a year | Computer Weekly

5G Standalone networks can significantly enhance police efficiency, enabling more emergency calls and freeing up time for community engagement.

fromThe Mercury News

Miscellaneous

Year in Review: a roundup of Los Gatos Town Council actions

Los Gatos Town Council made notable decisions on leadership and public safety in 2024, highlighting budget efficiency and police department evaluations.

more#public-safety

Neil Basu on racism, riots and quitting the Met: When policing is bad, it's the worst'

Neil Basu expresses relief at leaving policing after a challenging career, highlighting issues of prejudice and institutional racism within the police force.

Black and Blue: Addressing Racial Trauma in Law Enforcement

Understanding the psychological impact of racial trauma on Black police officers is crucial.

Recognizing and addressing the dual identities of Black officers can help in their mental health.

Vicarious racial trauma among officers needs to be monitored, especially for Black individuals.

fromMiami Herald

Miami

Prosecutors offer deal that would keep mom accused of stalking Miami-Dade cop out of jail

Gamaly Hollis faces a possible probation deal after being jailed for protests regarding police actions that killed her son, highlighting systemic issues in police interactions.

Mental health

fromPsychology Today

Black and Blue: Addressing Racial Trauma in Law Enforcement

Understanding the psychological impact of racial trauma on Black police officers is crucial.

Recognizing and addressing the dual identities of Black officers can help in their mental health.

Vicarious racial trauma among officers needs to be monitored, especially for Black individuals.

fromMiami Herald

Miami

Prosecutors offer deal that would keep mom accused of stalking Miami-Dade cop out of jail

Gamaly Hollis faces a possible probation deal after being jailed for protests regarding police actions that killed her son, highlighting systemic issues in police interactions.

more#mental-health

#london

Mayor proposes record-breaking 1.16 billion investment in the Met Police - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Mayor of London proposed £83 million additional funding for policing, ensuring historical investment in the Metropolitan Police.

Sadiq Khan's policing strategy 'woefully inadequate' on phone theft, say Tories

Sadiq Khan's policing strategy for London inadequately addresses the rise in phone thefts.

London

London New Year's Eve ticket scam warning

The mayor warns of ticket scammers ahead of London's sold-out New Year's Eve fireworks.

Be cautious and plan ahead for travel during the busy New Year's Eve in London.

Mayor proposes record-breaking 1.16 billion investment in the Met Police - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The Mayor of London proposed £83 million additional funding for policing, ensuring historical investment in the Metropolitan Police.

Sadiq Khan's policing strategy 'woefully inadequate' on phone theft, say Tories

Sadiq Khan's policing strategy for London inadequately addresses the rise in phone thefts.

London

London New Year's Eve ticket scam warning

The mayor warns of ticket scammers ahead of London's sold-out New Year's Eve fireworks.

Be cautious and plan ahead for travel during the busy New Year's Eve in London.

more#london

Privacy professionals

Police unit dubbed 'authoritarian censor'

The NPCC has been criticized for advising local forces to withhold information relevant to public interest, raising concerns about transparency.

#human-rights

fromPrivacy International

Met Police's new gang database still racist' for targeting young black Londoners, claims charity

Scotland Yard's gangs matrix reform raises concerns of racial bias, as young black individuals are disproportionately targeted on a new Violence Harm Assessment database.

EU data protection

UK government announces tender for live facial recognition technology

The UK government is advancing Live Facial Recognition technology for policing despite existing human rights concerns and absence of legal regulations.

fromPrivacy International

Met Police's new gang database still racist' for targeting young black Londoners, claims charity

Scotland Yard's gangs matrix reform raises concerns of racial bias, as young black individuals are disproportionately targeted on a new Violence Harm Assessment database.

fromwww.eppingforestguardian.co.uk

EU data protection

UK government announces tender for live facial recognition technology

The UK government is advancing Live Facial Recognition technology for policing despite existing human rights concerns and absence of legal regulations.

more#human-rights

Miscellaneous

Police arrest man within minutes after reports of a knife in Harlow town centre

Community reports lead to swift police action against knife crime in Harlow.

'My son was followed into our flat and robbed'

Parents in Islington are increasingly alarmed by after-school robberies targeting children, highlighting a need for enhanced police presence and community safety measures.

Law

fromAbove the Law

DOJ Issues Perhaps The Last Law Enforcement Investigation Report We'll See For The Next Four Years

The DOJ Civil Rights Division may be sidelined under Trump, potentially exacerbating civil rights violations in policing.

Cars

Two teens arrested as gardai seize three guns and ammo at checkpoint in Co Kerry

A routine checkpoint led to the seizure of firearms and ammunition after a driver failed a drug test.

fromLos Angeles Times

Los Angeles

L.A. police are grappling with a new challenge: fire duty

LAPD officers are adapting to crisis response roles due to wildfires, highlighting a shift in policing priorities amidst increasing climate-related challenges.

Miscellaneous

We're coming for you,' English police chief tells domestic abusers

A new approach is being adopted to address domestic abuse and enhance policing effectiveness in Avon and Somerset.

The initiative emphasizes the need for early intervention and a comprehensive understanding of perpetrator behavior.

fromwww.nytimes.com

World politics

Video: From Fighters to Policemen in a Post-Assad Damascus

Former insurgents are now responsible for maintaining order in Damascus after the ousting of Bashar al-Assad.

London

Protests that were not allowed': does Britain have a two-tier policing problem?

The majority of banned marches in the UK over 30 years were organized by far-right groups, raising questions about policing fairness.

US news

fromwww.nytimes.com

2 Indianapolis Officers Are Acquitted of Manslaughter in 2022 Death

Indianapolis police officers acquitted of involuntary manslaughter charges in the death of Herman Whitfield III during a mental health crisis response.

fromwww.npr.org

US news

Traffic citations against Miami Dolphins star Tyreek Hill are dropped

Tyreek Hill's traffic violations were dismissed after officers failed to appear in court for the hearing.

fromPrivacy International

City of London Police boss admits: I was a victim of online fraud'

Focus on tackling industrial-scale fraud costing consumers 1.17 billion last year.

Educational initiatives on fraud prevention in schools are needed.

Increased collaboration between banks and social media is vital to combat fraud.

Business intelligence

Privacy International's response to the College of Policing consultation on the 'ethical use of data and technologies guidance'

UK police forces are utilizing various data-driven technologies, raising concerns about the adequacy of regulations and ethical oversight.

New York City

Police watchdog lead defends Chris Kaba decision

The investigation leader questions the necessity of lethal force used against Chris Kaba, highlighting ongoing concerns about police accountability.

London

Police brace as Palestine march and counter-protest set for London this weekend

Policing will ensure safety during competing protests in London calling for Palestinian rights and opposing anti-Israel demonstrations.

Privacy professionals

PSNI disciplines 74 officers who viewed bodycam footage for entertainment'

Over 70 police officers in Northern Ireland were disciplined for misusing bodycam footage for amusement.

fromTime Out New York

Miscellaneous

Jaywalking is officially legal in NYC

Jaywalking has been legalized in NYC to reduce police interactions with marginalized communities.