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SWAT Unit Evacuates Victims of Orlando High-rise Shooting

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

At least seven people with serious gunshot wounds were brought out of an Orlando, Fla., office building Friday, a spokeswoman with the city fire department said.

FBI Team Will Recreate Fort Hood Shooting

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

The FBI announced it has sent a special team of investigators from Washington, D.C., to Fort Hood to recreate a mass shooting at the military base that left 13 dead, USA Today reports.

Army Officials Praise Police Woman Who Wounded Fort Hood Shooter

Fri, 6 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

Kimberly Munley, who remains hospitalized with the other victims, confronted the suspected shooter Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan, who drew two handguns and began firing in a building where soldiers were preparing to deploy overseas.

Fort Hood Shooting Leaves 13 Dead, 30 Wounded

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

A military mental health doctor facing deployment overseas opened fire at the Fort Hood Army base on Thursday, setting off on a rampage that killed 13 people and left 30 wounded.

Ocean Systems' dTective Selected by DHS/FEMA CEDAP

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

For the second consecutive year, the CEDAP has selected Ocean Systems' dTective as its system of choice. These forensic video analysis systems have been awarded to local law enforcement agencies across the country.

Former Philly Cop Who Planned Drug Robbery Faces Life In Prison

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

Alhinde Weems, a former Philadelphia police officer, has been charged with conspiracy to commit robbery, drug distribution, and other charges, U.S. Attorney Michael Levy announced.

Phoenix Police Add Fourth AS350B3 Helicopter

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

The unit operates 14 hours a day, seven days a week and covers more than 500 square miles. The unit's scope has been expanded to include search and rescue missions as well as fire-fighting responsibilities.

Threatening Note Left at Seattle Police Car Arson, Days Before Officer Shooting

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

A threatening note was left at the scene of an Oct. 22 arson that destroyed three Seattle vehicles -- nine days before an officer was shot to death and another was wounded -- but specific officers were not directly targeted, police said Wednesday.

MS-13 Gang Leaders Put Out Hit on ICE Agent Assigned to Crackdown

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

El Salvadoran leaders of the MS-13 gang allegedly put out a contract on the federal agent responsible for a crackdown on its New York factions, the Daily News has learned.

NYPD Panel to Scour Lawsuits for Police Misconduct

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

The NYPD is trying to track down bad cops by looking for clues in big-bucks civil cases alleging police misconduct, the Daily News has learned.

Colorado Cops Feel Handcuffed by Medical-Pot Changes

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

Colorado law enforcement officers say they are flummoxed by "murky, confusing and vague" rules governing medical-marijuana production and are looking to the state legislature for clarification this January.

NRA Asks Florida Adoption Agencies to Stop Asking About Gun Ownership

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

NRA lobbyist Marion Hammer said adoption agencies are violating gun-owners' rights by asking about firearms in an adoption form. She said any request about gun ownership from an agency connected with government was tantamount to establishing a gun registry.

New LAPD Chief Says He Will Focus on Rank-and-File Officers

Thu, 5 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

For a man widely seen as the disciple of just-exited LAPD Chief William J. Bratton, Charlie Beck on Wednesday exhibited some notable contrasts in style and strategy from the man he was tapped to replace.

Meprolight to Launch New Version of Advanced Uncooled Thermal Weapon Sight

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

Meprolight, a provider of innovative weapon sights, today announced that it will launch a new version of its NOA uncooled thermal weapon sights (X4 and X7 magnification) at Milipol, the international exhibition of internal state security, to be held in Paris, France, November 17-20.

San Jose PD Testing TASER AXON Video System

Wed, 4 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

The portable AXON cameras, made by Taser International, are expected to be given to 72 San Jose officers in late November or early December, police said. The cameras can record an officer's point of view for up to 10 1/2 hours, and police say the devices will help officers write more accurate reports and aid officers if their actions are called in to question.

Aimpoint and MidwayUSA Partner to Support the NRA

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

Aimpoint Inc. and MidwayUSA have teamed up once again to show their support for the National Rifle Association. This popular promotion gives NRA members an opportunity to purchase an Aimpoint CompM4 electronic red dot sight at a special price, with a $100 donation made to the NRA by Aimpoint for every sight package purchased from MidwayUSA through the end of 2009.

Los Angeles Mayor Picks Charlie Beck As New Chief

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

Choosing from a trio of finalists, Los Angeles Mayor Antonio Villaraigosa has selected Charlie Beck, a deputy chief within the Los Angeles Police Department, as its new chief, the Los Angeles Times reports.

WatchGuard Video’s Law Enforcement Market Share Grows to 25 Percent

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

WatchGuard Video, a privately-held law enforcement technology manufacturer, announced today that the company holds the number one market share position for U.S. sales of digital in-car video systems used by law enforcement.

Seattle PD Investigates Link Between Officer's Slaying, Patrol Car Arson

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

Seattle police are looking for possible ties between Saturday's fatal shooting of veteran Officer Timothy Brenton in the Leschi area and the torching nine days earlier of four police vehicles at a city maintenance yard.

Al Sharpton Slams NYPD for Arrest of Ex-Wife and Daughter

Tue, 3 Nov 2009 0:00:00 PST

The Rev. Al Sharpton lashed out Sunday at the "unfair" treatment of his daughter and ex-wife by cops who arrested the duo for arguing over a traffic ticket in Harlem.