According to Statista, there are more than 720,000 full-time law enforcement officers working throughout the United States. Within law enforcement agencies, officer duties can vary greatly. Roles may include deputies working for the sheriff’s and marshals’ departments, K-9 officers, investigators, detectives, patrol officers, field training officers, as well as traffic officers who help maintain the […]
When it comes to traffic management and public safety, Kustom Signals offers two powerful solutions: SMART Messaging Trailers and SMART RADAR Trailers. Both are designed to enhance road safety, manage traffic effectively, and provide critical data to municipalities, law enforcement, and traffic safety teams. While both types of trailers serve valuable purposes, they cater to […]
Retail theft cost stores $121.6 billion in 2023, reports CapitalOne Shopping. Estimated projections from the same source indicate that shoplifting has the potential to create losses of more than $150 billion by 2026. Retail theft doesn’t just cost the business. It can lead to higher prices for consumers, which has lasting effects on our economy. […]
Lenexa, Kansas, October 28, 2024 – Kustom Signals is pleased to announce that a new SMART Variable Message Sign (VMS IV) is available immediately for sale. The SMART VMS IV has been designed with a smaller footprint to make deployment even easier, especially on city or residential streets. The new VMS features a full matrix […]
Body worn cameras (BWCs) continue to prove beneficial for law enforcement agencies across the country. In a recent study by the University of Chicago Crime Lab and the Council on Criminal Justice’s Task Force on Policing, it’s shown that when BWCs are worn, complaints against the police drop by seventeen percent. Because body worn cameras […]
When nine out of ten individuals own a smartphone, it’s easy to acknowledge that technology is central to many of today’s activities. Even law enforcement agencies throughout the country rely on advanced digital systems and technology to help get their jobs done safely and with the highest efficiency possible. In-car video systems are an example […]
When video evidence is mishandled, an entire case may be compromised. If digital evidence is not properly collected, stored, or documented, it can be called into question. Any changes or alterations, even if accidental, can make the evidence inadmissible in court. Proper tracking of who accessed or handled the evidence is needed to eliminate a […]
Law enforcement agencies are increasingly exploring ways to attract and retain qualified officers. The need for innovative hiring strategies has become more critical than ever, as agencies face staffing challenges. According to recent research, four of the largest metropolitan police departments were “collectively down over 5,400 officers during 2022 and 2023.” The data also shows […]
If it seems like there are more people and motorists on the roads today—it’s true. Counties across the United States have seen a gain in population. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, more counties saw population gains than losses in 2023. Roadways naturally become more congested when the area’s population grows. Not only is there […]
According to BestColleges.com reporting, there are nearly 6,000 colleges and universities in the United States. For communities that are home to an academic campus, a variety of safety issues emerge, including concerns about pedestrian and vehicle traffic. The safety of students and local residents must be a priority for the area’s law enforcement. All college […]
