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Silos kill progress and diminish the greater good, and our greater good is a healthy, operational police agency
Challenging stereotypes and misconceptions, an experienced officer sheds light on the strengths and potentials of the younger generation in law enforcement
Rising incidents of recruit injuries and deaths highlight need for training reforms
“I think that age has nothing to do with it,” Michael Smith said. “If you’re … willing to really dedicate the time necessary to fulfill this opportunity … you can do it. I’m a prime example”
Two officers and a police trainee were taking a break when a “priority one” call came in; the police trainee recalled that he was trying to prove himself and said he was “always ... ready to go” but that his training officer “didn’t move hastily”
Deputy Emaloni Takitoa Lutui, 20, helped the woman out of the water before he sank beneath the ice; he had become a deputy just weeks before the incident
How one recruit revealed some wrong-headed thinking
By acknowledging our desire for purpose, professional development, community engagement and work-life balance, departments can attract and retain the best young professionals
The people you associate yourself with will either become your downfall or your upkeep, both in this business and in life
The new recruitment program allows those interested in becoming an officer to attend the academy for six months but on a salary
Two other officers, Andrew Dotas and Tyler Hawes, were critically wounded in the shooting
The goal should be to end every traffic stop with the offending driver leaving the scene with a new perspective that makes them safer drivers
This is the true measure of financial success in law enforcement: being able to enjoy retirement in great physical and mental shape
I hope that by shining a light on some of the misguided advice I received, I can help other officers avoid making similar mistakes
We know you’ve probably already received a fair share of advice from your FTO, but we asked our Police1 readers for some additional guidance – with a twist
Here are some ways to navigate the most tumultuous of careers and not become part of the negative echo chamber
You will face traumatic incidents, so learn to build your resilience from day one, and accept help when you experience something above your ability to process
PD releases photo of suspect who shot rookie officer who responded to fight over bus seat
Bill passed to lower minimum hiring age brings a new detention deputy to Lexington County
Last year, a bill was signed into law to lower the minimum age for detention deputies from 21 to 18
Agency leadership needs to trust the judgment of training personnel and deal with small problems before they become big ones
There will be both ups and downs, but you will meet incredible people and work with some of the best folks on the planet
“You are now the protectors who will make a difference,” Police Commissioner Keechant Sewell said as nearly 500 cops graduated from the Police Academy
Officers aged 30 or younger are invited to participate in a brief online survey to discuss their career motivations, leadership plans
You don’t know me, but I was once you. Whoever you are, I know what you’re worried about.
Video of the incident from the rookie officer’s body camera has been released by police
A sheriff’s office Facebook post went viral after wishing two former high school football teammates success in their new LE careers
Katie Thyne, 24, was the first Newport News officer killed in the line of duty in 25 years
A breathalyzer returned a blood alcohol level of 0.13%, above the legal limit of 0.08%