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California State Parks Commemorates 50th Anniversary of K-9 Program

California State Parks is commemorating the 50th anniversary of its K-9 program.

California State Parks is commemorating the 50th anniversary of its K-9 program. At an event held at Hearst San Simeon State Historical Monument late last week, eight K-9 teams from across the state showcased live demonstrations that included obedience, detection, and protection skills.

Texas K-9 Suffers Non-Life-Threatening Gunshot Wounds

A Lubbock Police Department K-9 and a 14-year-old gunman suffered non-life-threatening gunshot wounds during an early morning gunfight following a vehicle and foot police pursuit on Tuesday.

K-9 Max was shot on duty and is now recovering.

Virginia Department Welcomes Newly Sworn Officers, K-9

Officers with the Prince George County Police Department welcomed two new officers and a new K-9 to its ranks on Monday.

K-9 Valor has joined the ranks of the Prince George County Police Department.

Florida Department Mourns Loss of K-9

Officers with the St. Petersburg Police Department are mourning the loss of K-9 Ares, who was put down by a veterinarian on Saturday night.

K-9 Ares worked alongside Officer Jon Vazquez for six and a half years.

North Carolina K-9 Struck, Killed by Car While Chasing Suspect

A K-9 with the Greensboro (NC) Police Department was struck and killed by a car while chasing a suspect on Friday night.

K-9 Rambo was struck and killed by a car while chasing a suspect.

Nebraska Police Helicopter Crashes, Crewmembers Suffer Minor Injuries

Two pilots with the Omaha (NE) Police Department suffered minor injuries when the helicopter they were flying had a power loss as it was about to land.

Two pilots with the Omaha (NE) Police Department suffered minor injuries when the helicopter they were flying had a power loss as it was about to land.

Houston Motor Officer Struck, Suffers Non-Life-Threatening Injuries

A motor officer with the Houston Police Department was struck and injured by a pickup truck on Saturday night, leaving the officer with non-life-threatening injuries.

Looking Back: Child Burn Victims, Recruiting Women, and a Female Motor Officer

In past August issues, POLICE has covered how to investigate children’s burn injuries, efforts to hire female officers, and one woman’s experience as a motor officer.

Patrol Response To…Child Burn Investigations

Answering SWAT Critics

Is SWAT overused? What missions should it be assigned? Is it too costly? And now that patrol officers have rifles and other special gear, is it still needed?

'We still need to be able to bring in a SWAT team to resolve many critical incidents.' —Thor Eells, executive director, NTOA

Video: Commissioner Talked to Suspect to End Philadelphia Standoff

To end a lengthy Philadelphia standoff that left six officers shot and wounded, Police Commissioner Richard Ross used some "unorthodox" tactics, including speaking directly with the suspect.

Police Commissioner Richard Ross took the unusual step of speaking directly with the suspect to help end the standoff.

Illinois Department Welcomes New K-9, Asks Public for Name Suggestions

The Galesburg (IL) Police Department announced on social media that it has recently welcomed a new K-9 to its ranks and would like help coming up with a name.

The Galesburg (IL) Police Department announced on social media that it has recently welcomed a new K-9 to its ranks and is requesting help deciding on a name.

Tactical Helmets

The Propper line of tactical helmets is designed to maximize both protection and comfort for the toughest situations. Officers can choose from a variety of styles to fit their mission.

Propper Tactical Helmets

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