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New York City
fromDailycaller
2 days ago

NYPD Agrees To Two-Block 'Police-Free Zone' In High-Crime Neighborhood

A city-funded community program replaces uniformed NYPD officers on a two-block stretch of Brownsville, Brooklyn, handling low-level incidents while cops remain nearby for serious crimes.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Peel police create new unit to address hate-motivated crimes in 'culturally responsive' way | CBC News

The unit aims to provide a "culturally responsive approach" to community safety, according Mark Dapat, Peel Regional Police Deputy Chief of community safety and well-being, who oversees the centralized unit of 10 dedicated officers. Dapat said the unit will address hate-motivated crimes involving religious institutions and cultural centres, as well as those stemming from social and geopolitical tensions. 'We've been listening to our community," Dapat told CBC Toronto. "They feel sometimes during the judicial process they're lost in the system.'
Canada news
fromThe New Yorker
3 days ago

The Lessons of "The Perfect Neighbor"

These are the weirdos posting Ring-camera footage of the suspicious-looking Cub Scout who had the audacity to ring their doorbell; they're wondering if their neighbor's sunflowers are spying on them; they're thinking they might call the cops on the teen-ager who just used their driveway to turn his car around, because that's got to count as trespassing. Statistically speaking, a lot of these people have guns.
Public health
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Oakland chief of police to leave city post

"It has been an honor to serve the Oakland community, and I am grateful for the support I've received from the residents. I'm incredibly proud of the men and women of this Department and the collaborative working relationships forged with the community and business owners to reduce crime. My commitment over the weeks ahead is to help ensure a smooth transition and continue to keep Oakland safe."
US news
US news
fromBoston.com
1 week ago

Mass. police chief dies suddenly

Bolton Police Chief Luke Hamburger died suddenly; he served with the Bolton force since 2005 and became chief in July 2024.
Toronto
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

As more schools bring police officers back to classrooms, parents remain divided | CBC News

Police liaison officers are returning to schools to rebuild relationships, address increased youth violence and gang recruitment, after programs were reduced over concerns and funding.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
2 weeks ago

S.F. residents want cops on the street. SFPD only staffs 1/3 of its foot beats.

San Francisco Police Department staffs fewer than one-third of its 52 designated foot beats, despite strong public demand for more officers on neighborhood beats.
UK politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

MP backs vote to reverse Met Police axing of half its front desks in London

Cuts reducing front desks from 37 to 19 would end 24-hour police counters in many London boroughs, leaving only eight open around the clock.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Police, pastors lead prayer walks across Toronto as show of unity against gun violence | CBC News

Police and faith leaders held interfaith prayer walks across 16 Toronto divisions to show unity against gun violence and to build community trust.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

New Garda chief wants to tackle rural crime and burglary gangs

Justin Kelly aims to tackle rural crime, boost community policing, consider issuing tasers to frontline gardaí, and strengthen national security against hostile states and extremism.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

SF business owner voices graffiti concerns as search for new police chief continues

San Francisco residents want a hands-on police chief focused on community walking beats, graffiti reduction, stronger leadership, and improved officer-community communication.
San Francisco
fromMission Local
1 month ago

S.F. police foot patrols are coming to these Tenderloin streets

Four SFPD officers will begin daytime and early-evening foot patrols in the Tenderloin starting mid-September to improve street conditions and visibility.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Before the almost inevitable row about policing at Notting Hill carnival, here are some things you should know | Alfie Moore

Frontline officers prioritize community engagement and largely resent bans preventing them from dancing at Notting Hill Carnival, viewing management concerns as PR-driven.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Over 150 gardai assaulted while on duty so far this year

A total of 3,440 gardaí have been assaulted while on duty in almost 12 years, with increased assaults reported since 2022.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Interactive map reveals where half of London's police station front desks will shut as Met releases bombshell list

Metropolitan Police to close half its front desks, leaving just 20 open to address a £260 million budget shortfall.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

NYPD's special quality-of-life cops now covering all of Brooklyn: 'It's working'

Since its launch in April, the Q-Teams have handled over 23,400 quality-of-life calls. This includes issues like illegal mopeds, open drug use, and noise disturbances.
NYC politics
Women
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Suffolk County gets its first female police chief with Revere appointment

Maria LaVita appointed as Revere's first female chief of police, focusing on community trust and modern policing practices.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 months ago

Fury as Met Police to close half its front desks after budget cuts

If the number of counters is reduced from 37 to 19, it will break Scotland Yard's pledge to have one accessible 24 hours a day in each of the capital's 32 boroughs.
London politics
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
3 months ago

The south east London areas set to be part of a crime 'blitz'

The operation follows a steep rise in offending across England and Wales. Theft from the person more than doubled between December 2022 and December 2024, while shoplifting rose over 60 percent.
UK politics
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
3 months ago

Some Barking and Dagenham police services 'at risk' of cuts

Supt Biju Premnath stated that frontline police services will be protected; however, support units like mounted police, dog units, and forensics face significant cuts due to funding shortfalls.
London politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

Oakland police launch summer safety plan and will continue efforts to suppress crime

The chief said that all resources of the department will be utilized every day to prevent that from happening this year.
Portland food
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
4 months ago

Santa Clara County sheriff expands use of drones - San Jose Spotlight

Expanding drone use by Santa Clara County Sheriff's Office aims to decrease deputy violence but raises concerns about over-policing.
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

The Irish Independent's View: Salute to fallen garda Kevin Flatley shows how much he was valued by the people he served

Every death of a garda is a tragedy for our society. Our police force is a rarity because the vast majority of our officers are unarmed... an attack on a garda remains regarded as an attack on society.
UK news
fromStreetsblog
5 months ago

Metro Names Bill Scott as Chief of Police - Streetsblog Los Angeles

Sometimes enforcement is the answer, but sometimes it's not.
San Francisco
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
6 months ago

How can the next mayor make Oakland safer? Business owners and residents have ideas

Public safety significantly influenced recent elections in California, reflecting concerns over crime and progressive policies.
NYC politics
fromHip-Hop Wired
6 months ago

NYPD Creates New "Quality Of Life" Unit, Sparking Concerns

New York City launches a Quality of Life unit to address aggressive panhandling, outdoor drug use, and more.
The initiative aims to improve neighborhood conditions, but faces concerns about its impact on low-income communities.
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