Traffic Safety
Each year, the NLEOMF presents awards to departments who are committed to increasing officer wellness and reducing line-of-duty deaths or injuries
Learn ways to reduce the risk of injury or escalation during traffic stops, patrols and roadway incidents
Setina offers a wide range of push bumpers that can be tailored to any agency’s needs and budget
Fifty years ago I was taught that the right-side approach on a traffic stop is the safest – and that message is just as relevant for recruits today
An officer had warned a group of men to move onto the shoulder – out of harm’s way from passing vehicles – moments before a vehicle crashed into the cruiser
Jenoptik’s TraffiData analysis software evaluates license plate data in real time so law enforcement agencies are always up to date, enabling quick crime detection and prevention
Each face multiple charges including reckless endangerment, second-degree assault, attempt to commit manslaughter and reckless endangerment
This new approach to traffic monitoring and enforcement is more effective in slowing traffic over a longer distance
A commander had recommended suspension and a demotion for the officer due to his lack of care for his own safety and the safety of his officers
Using camera technology to monitor drivers’ speeds can help reduce accidents
To better understand officers’ experiences with noncompliance during traffic stops, Police1 surveyed more than 1,000 patrol officers. This eBook analyzes the results, shares top tactics and reviews essential safety measures.
The woman, who was handcuffed in the backseat, was seriously injured when the train struck the patrol vehicle parked on railroad tracks
The officer was assisting another individual when he noticed there was only one car seat in a vehicle that several young kids exited with their mother
The incident began when officers were called to a road rage incident involving a woman tailgating a vehicle and pulling a gun
Over 532 people were killed in police pursuit crashes in 2020 alone, according to National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
By beefing up your level of data sophistication, your agency can better translate data into action
Motor cops have one of the most dangerous jobs in one of the most dangerous professions. Proactive measures can help mitigate those dangers
CARFAX for Police’s 29 billion vehicle records power a suite of investigative tools that support rapid case resolution
A reporter being hit by a vehicle during a live news report highlighted the danger of working near roadway incidents – a danger that proved fatal for two LEOs this past week
How a Texas department enhanced officer traffic safety and accountability after two of its officers were struck and killed by passing vehicles
As law enforcement officers continue to be killed on our nation’s roadways, we must continue to message about the importance of “Move Over” laws
The pedestrian death rate jumped 21% last year, despite a decrease in miles driven
Nearly half of the 36,000 annual traffic fatalities in the U.S. occur on rural roads, even though only a fifth of the population lives in rural areas
Veritone Contact eases the time commitment and burden of complying with racial and identity profiling stop data collection requirements in California and offers ways to gather additional insight for agency needs
It is not just about protecting the officer and decreasing response times; it’s about protecting the community as well
ALPR-integrated cameras paired with data analysis software can police criminal activity as well as manage hazardous greenhouse gases
Follow these tactical steps to improve officer safety on these dangerous calls
The former gang member was initially given life in prison but later had his sentence reduced because he was 17 years old at the time
A vehicle crossed a median and crashed into the officer and firefighters as they worked a wreck
The passenger side contact remains an essential strategy for officer safety, but recognizing its limitations can enhance the odds in the officer’s favor
Sixty law enforcement officers were killed in the line of duty during the first six months of 2019 – a 35% decrease over the same period last year
The decision to drive at night without headlights activated resulted in a near miss for this officer
Author Robert Bemis chronicles how his career as a state police sergeant was abruptly altered after he came to the aid of a distressed citizen
