While there are around 18,000 separate police agencies in the USA, there is no national standard for training. In this article, we look at some of the toughest police academies in our country.
There’s nothing quite like seeing footage of a police chase; all of the excitement of an action movie, but in real life. In this article, we review our favorite police chases.
This article discusses why many officers take it upon themselves to also formally study a martial art, and the advantages of a few of the best martial arts for police work.
This year marks the 20th anniversary of the deadliest terrorist attack on US soil in history. September 11, 2001 will always be remembered as the darkest of days; a permanent scar on American history. But sometimes the darkness helps us to find our brightest lights. On the day of the attacks, and in the weeks […]
Due to the serious nature of their crimes, many serious killers are meticulous planners. On the other hand, some can also be careless, lazy or quite simply make stupid mistakes. Here are four famous serial killers who were caught due to small mistakes.
What does it take to be granted the Medal of Valor? Here are the stories of 5 officers and their acts of bravery that earned them this prestigious award.
Modern police equipment is hugely varied, spanning from the simple baton all the way to high-tech body cameras and radar guns. But how much do you know about where they came from? Here are five everyday police tools and their surprising backstories.
In this article, we explore the unusual story of what is possibly the biggest diamond heist in history.
Body-worn cameras (BWCs) have been increasing in popularity over recent years, and now the Justice Department is helping precincts all over the United States purchase their own. The Bureau of Justice Assistance is to release a $7.65 million grant for smaller departments to supply their officers with BWCs.
Thanks to media and pop culture, the entire world is well aware of the Special Weapons and Tactics teams that take on the most dangerous police work in the United States. They are highly trained individuals who undergo rigorous training. But fewer people know about the special operations teams in other countries, and the kind of work they take on.
