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Federal Bureau of Investigation
After authorities evacuated Harvey’s casino and the surrounding area, experts attempted to disarm the bomb, but their efforts were unsuccessful, and the bomb exploded. Fortunately, no one was killed or injured in the blast.
The failed ransom scheme behind one of the FBI’s most complex bomb cases came undone after a tip linked the explosive to a high-rolling gambler who had lost heavily at a casino...
May 26, 2026
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Maryland Gov. Wes Moore
A sweeping measure reduces automatic adult charges for Maryland teens, while a separate law limits when police can wear face coverings on duty.
May 26, 2026
Lewiston, ME, Police Department
Dump truck rams Lewiston police cruiser
Lewiston police arrested three people who allegedly fled in a stolen dump truck before slamming into a cruiser and crashing at an elementary school playground.
May 26, 2026
Indiana trooper shot in chest during exchange of gunfire near Indiana-Illinois border
An Indiana State Police trooper underwent surgery and was in stable condition after being shot in the chest during a Hammond traffic stop shootout that left the driver dead.
May 26, 2026

Learning Resources

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One of the biggest challenges any law enforcement agency has is keeping up with technology, but if you don’t do your best you’re “shooting yourself in the foot...
May 15, 2026
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Today’s police departments face rising fleet costs and must stay ready to respond, no matter the call. In this ebook, get powerful insights to enhance your police fleet’s cost...
April 20, 2026
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Considerations for law enforcement organizations grappling with data overload
Jan. 5, 2026
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Discover how cutting-edge 3D technology is transforming shooting incident reconstructions. Join FARO and Officer.com to see how FARO® Zone 3D software helps law enforcement document...
Dec. 2, 2025

Video

Fleeing suspect rams LAPD cruiser head-on
After crashing head-on into an LAPD cruiser during a pursuit, a suspect exited his vehicle and pointed a handgun at officers before he was fatally shot by police.
May 26, 2026
Police Involved Shooting - 3300 Block of Wilkens Ave
“Our officers did everything they could not to shoot that individual,” Baltimore’s police chief said after a man fired at police vehicles and ran toward officers with a gun, leading...
May 26, 2026
Salinas burglary suspect trapped for hours behind wall
Salinas police officers getting coffee heard faint cries coming from a wall where a burglary suspect had been trapped for 10 hours after falling from a nearby theater roof.
May 26, 2026
Gunman fires at high school hall monitors
Body camera and aerial footage show an armed suspect firing at school hall monitors and pointing a handgun at a North Las Vegas police officer before turning the weapon on himself...
May 22, 2026

Roll Call Podcast

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Protest and rescue touches police officers
Officer Roll Call
The connections between police and those they serve are featured in the latest podcast episode that discusses a Washington student protest over a cut officer program, along with...
May 22, 2026
Police clothing misunderstanding at Disney Springs
Police attendees at an Orlando traffic safety conference were turned away from Disney Springs for wearing agency-branded clothing before the company reversed course and apologized...
May 22, 2026
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Transitioning from paper-based tracking to digital systems helps address these long-standing issues and gives agencies a more reliable way to manage their inventory and equipment...
May 21, 2026
Groton police officers' emotional bridge rescue
Groton Police Officer Bryan Albee credits "being human" with helping him bring a distressed man to safety, an encounter that ended when the man asked him for a hug.
May 21, 2026

Officer Labs

Veritone Redact
Veritone Redact automatically identifies potentially private, or sources of such information. Face, two screens.
Veritone Redact helps law enforcement automatically blur sensitive details in video and audio, significantly reducing the time required for FOIA requests and court releases.
May 13, 2026
Point Blank Enterprises
Point Blank FAS G4 Armor System
Field testing found the Point Blank FAS G4 armor system remained comfortable and stable during extended wear in both external and concealed configurations.
May 5, 2026
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Aimpoint Duty RDS 1
Hands‑on testing found the Aimpoint Duty RDS quick to mount, simple to run and durable enough to handle the kind of abuse patrol rifles can see in daily service.
April 27, 2026
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OFFICER Media Group evaluated the CrimeTracer3 data research tool from SoundThinking and was more than impressed by the platform's performance.
April 10, 2026

Honoring the Fallen

Taos County, NM
Taos County Sheriff's Office Sgt. Joseph Apodaca
Taos County Sheriff’s Office Sgt. Joseph Apodaca was killed when his motorcycle collided with a deputy’s pickup truck during a search for a reckless driver.
May 24, 2026
Heidelberg Borough, PA, Police Department
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Heidelberg Borough Police Chief Dennis Dixon, who was appointed in 2018, was found dead in his cruiser while on duty, and a cause of death has not been released.
May 19, 2026
45th Annual National Peace Officers Memorial Service
Vice President JD Vance honored fallen officers during the 45th Annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial Service, using the Police Week 2026 stage to emphasize sacrifice, faith...
May 16, 2026
Citronelle, AL, Police Department
Citronelle Police Officer Dyland Owen
Citronelle Police Officer Dylan Owen was killed when his patrol SUV left the road and struck a tree, with a bystander witnessing the crash and rushing to call 9-1-1.
May 15, 2026