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Two officers near police and fire vehicles outside church with tall bell tower; trees and parked cars surround the scene.
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The Columbine High School shooting in Littleton, Colorado, in 1999, remains among the most notorious school shootings in the United States. While the tragedy holds an unfortunate mystique, sometimes l...
Community-Police Engagement
Collage of law enforcement officers with civilians in urban scenes, concert lighting, and Taylor Swift signage; all faces blurred for privacy
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In the realm of policing, "going viral" can be a double-edged sword. While it can amplify crucial messages and initiatives, it can also expose an organization to intense scrutiny and criticism. Howev...
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Individual stands in dim hallway with yellow walls, blue double doors, striped shirt, jeans, red shoes; arms crossed, near wall-mounted equipment.
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Threats to schools are all too familiar to many police agencies in the United States. Many police leaders, officers, and investigators are dealing with this widespread phenomenon in one way or another...
Community-Police Engagement
Women distraught in the street wrapped in robes
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Then-Captain Mike Hanifin stood proudly in front of his peers, choked up and fighting back tears. He paused before he uttered two powerful words that resonated with his colleagues and summed up the ef...
Community-Police Engagement
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Youth-focused policing is a proactive strategy that enables police to engage with youth early, aiming to reduce delinquency, crime, victimization, long-term health and criminal justice costs, and prol...
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In 2022, gun-related incidents were the leading cause of death for children in the United States.1 Since 2020, firearm deaths have surpassed those from car accidents.2 While overall violent crime rate...
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Las Vegas, Nevada, often recognized for its glimmering lights and vibrant nightlife, is a city that embodies both excitement and challenges. Beneath the surface of entertainment lies a pressing conce...
Community-Police Engagement
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The mission statement of the Sioux Falls Police Department (Sioux Falls, South Dakota) is “Partnering with the community to serve, protect, and promote quality of life.” The department consistentl...