#public-safety--policing

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fromStreetsblog New York City
16 hours ago

Tuesday's Headlines: Cops Are Doing It Wrong Edition - Streetsblog New York City

A state judge has ruled that every red-light ticket written to a cyclist under the state's vehicle and traffic law since 2019 is bogus. The city legalized the practice of biking through a red light on a pedestrian 'walk' signal, yet NYPD cops have been wrongly writing tickets for cyclists who go through the 'red' on the walk signal.
New York City
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
20 hours ago

Safe Learning 101 Program Supports Schools in Strengthening Campus Security

Security 101 launched Safe Learning 101 to enhance K-12 school safety through expert consulting and intelligent design before incidents occur.
East Bay (California)
fromThe Oaklandside
3 hours ago

Oakland police illegally keep information from those who request it, says attorney

Oakland's police department has failed to comply with a settlement agreement to improve transparency and respond to public records requests.
#shoplifting
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
15 hours ago

Share more CCTV to help tackle shoplifting - Met

Retailers need to share more CCTV evidence to help police effectively target shoplifters amid rising crime rates.
London politics
fromTheregister
9 hours ago

Met police trials new tech to counter shoplifting scourge

London's Metropolitan Police is trialing new technology to combat shoplifting without using live facial recognition.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
50 minutes ago

Monday Night Stabbing Leaves One Man Critically Injured Near Sixth Street

A 42-year-old man was critically injured in a stabbing in San Francisco's SoMa neighborhood.
#nypd
fromCbsnews
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Activists meet with NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch to discuss violent arrest in Brooklyn

Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

New video shows another angle of rough NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store

New surveillance footage reveals additional details of a controversial arrest involving mistaken identity and excessive force by NYPD detectives.
NYC politics
fromQNS
4 days ago

AG James releases NYPD bodycam footage showing moments before Adrian Cevallos' 2024 death in Maspeth - QNS

Bodycam footage shows NYPD officers using a taser multiple times on Adrian Cevallos during a struggle, contributing to his death.
NYC politics
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

NYPD cops should have used body-worn cameras in Brooklyn liquor store rough arrest

NYPD detectives involved in excessive force lacked clear body camera policy during arrest investigation.
Brooklyn
fromCbsnews
1 day ago

Activists meet with NYPD Commissioner Jessica Tisch to discuss violent arrest in Brooklyn

Civil rights leaders demand accountability from NYPD after a violent wrongful arrest in Brooklyn.
Upper West Side
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Video Shows NYPD Cop on Horseback Chasing Purse Snatcher

A mounted NYPD officer and his horse successfully apprehended a purse snatcher in NYC after a chase captured on body cam video.
New York City
fromFOX 5 New York
13 hours ago

NYPD disbands unit after violent Brooklyn arrest video

The NYPD disbanded a narcotics unit after officers were filmed violently arresting an innocent man in a Brooklyn liquor store.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

New video shows another angle of rough NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store

New surveillance footage reveals additional details of a controversial arrest involving mistaken identity and excessive force by NYPD detectives.
NYC politics
fromQNS
4 days ago

AG James releases NYPD bodycam footage showing moments before Adrian Cevallos' 2024 death in Maspeth - QNS

Bodycam footage shows NYPD officers using a taser multiple times on Adrian Cevallos during a struggle, contributing to his death.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 hours ago

Toronto police investigating shooting inside Fairview Mall | CBC News

A shooting at Fairview Mall in Toronto left one person injured, prompting an investigation by police.
US news
fromStreetsblog USA
1 day ago

When Traffic Violence Hits The Same Family Twice - Years Apart, On Exactly the Same Street - Streetsblog USA

Traffic fatalities at the same intersection highlight the urgent need for traffic calming measures in communities.
#san-fernando-valley
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
19 hours ago

Police in cruisers, on horseback and in the air to combat surge of Valley home burglaries

Increased police presence and resources are being deployed in the San Fernando Valley to combat a recent surge in home burglaries.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

San Fernando Valley burglary spree: Two more homes targeted amid LAPD patrol surge

Nine burglaries have occurred in the San Fernando Valley since April 11, prompting increased LAPD patrols along Ventura Boulevard.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
19 hours ago

Police in cruisers, on horseback and in the air to combat surge of Valley home burglaries

Increased police presence and resources are being deployed in the San Fernando Valley to combat a recent surge in home burglaries.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

San Fernando Valley burglary spree: Two more homes targeted amid LAPD patrol surge

Nine burglaries have occurred in the San Fernando Valley since April 11, prompting increased LAPD patrols along Ventura Boulevard.
Left-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 day ago

The 'Weaponization Working Group' Makes Its First Move

The Weaponization Working Group's report claims prosecutorial abuse under Biden but reveals little evidence of actual weaponization against pro-life Americans.
#use-of-force
fromKqed
5 days ago
SF politics

Surveillance Footage Sheds Light on Mass Use-of-Force Incident at Women's Prison | KQED

fromKqed
5 days ago
SF politics

Surveillance Footage Sheds Light on Mass Use-of-Force Incident at Women's Prison | KQED

SF politics
fromKqed
5 days ago

Surveillance Footage Sheds Light on Mass Use-of-Force Incident at Women's Prison | KQED

Officers formed a skirmish line in a chow hall, raising concerns about the use of force against incarcerated women.
SF politics
fromKqed
5 days ago

Surveillance Footage Sheds Light on Mass Use-of-Force Incident at Women's Prison | KQED

Officers formed a skirmish line in a chow hall, raising concerns about the use of force against incarcerated women.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Attempted murder arrest after car hits pedestrians

The driver of the car, a 29-year-old woman, was arrested at the scene on suspicion of attempted murder, GBH, dangerous driving and drink driving.
London
SF parents
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 day ago

An arrest by BUSD's only police officer prompted a student walkout, and now a lawsuit

A family is suing Berkeley school district and police for alleged assault and false arrest of a student by a school resource officer.
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

DA: Lexington man armed with knife killed by police in officer-involved shooting

A 26-year-old man was shot and killed by police after allegedly advancing on them with a knife in Lexington.
#brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
Brooklyn

Alleged fare evader becomes second Brooklyn Central Booking detainee to die in custody in a week | amNewYork

fromHoodline
3 days ago
Brooklyn

Wild Brooklyn Street Chases End In Gun Busts Near School

Two police chases in Brooklyn led to arrests and gun seizures, highlighting ongoing NYPD efforts against gun violence.
fromHoodline
3 days ago
Brooklyn

NYPD Seeks Six Suspects in Brooklyn L-Train Robbery Pattern

A crew of six committed back-to-back robberies on Brooklyn's L train, leaving victims injured and prompting a police investigation.
NYC parents
fromNews 12 - Long Island
3 days ago

Wild video shows two police chases and gun arrests in Brooklyn

Police arrested two individuals in Brooklyn for gun-related offenses on April 3, totaling 913 gun arrests citywide this year.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Alleged fare evader becomes second Brooklyn Central Booking detainee to die in custody in a week | amNewYork

A detainee at Brooklyn Central Booking died after a medical emergency, marking the second death in custody within a week.
New York City
fromHoodline
22 hours ago

Brooklyn Man Dies After Medical Emergency In NYPD Holding Cell

A Brooklyn man died in a holding cell after showing signs of drug withdrawal, prompting an investigation into his death.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Wild Brooklyn Street Chases End In Gun Busts Near School

Two police chases in Brooklyn led to arrests and gun seizures, highlighting ongoing NYPD efforts against gun violence.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
3 days ago

NYPD Seeks Six Suspects in Brooklyn L-Train Robbery Pattern

A crew of six committed back-to-back robberies on Brooklyn's L train, leaving victims injured and prompting a police investigation.
Miami food
fromqns.com
3 days ago

Law enforcement sources scoff at DHS complaint that city rejected ICE hold on alleged Maspeth killer arsonist QNS

Roman Amatitla was arrested for murder and arson after setting a fire that killed four people, including a child, in Flushing.
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Man who sexually assaulted former partner and hid in her shed to spy has jail term increased

A man's prison sentence for sexual assault and coercive control was increased from three years and two months to four and a half years.
#ice
US politics
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Minneapolis Woman Violently Dragged From Car by ICE Files Claim Against DHS

Aliya Rahman filed a federal tort claim against DHS for excessive force and rights violations during her detention by ICE officers.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

ICE agent charged with assault in Minnesota for allegedly pointing gun at motorists

An ICE agent has been charged with assault for allegedly pointing a gun at people in a car on a Minneapolis highway.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

At Least One ICE Agent May Face Consequences for Minnesota

Minnesota charges an ICE officer for brandishing a gun at civilians, marking a significant accountability step following Operation Metro Surge.
US politics
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Minneapolis Woman Violently Dragged From Car by ICE Files Claim Against DHS

Aliya Rahman filed a federal tort claim against DHS for excessive force and rights violations during her detention by ICE officers.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

ICE agent charged with assault in Minnesota for allegedly pointing gun at motorists

An ICE agent has been charged with assault for allegedly pointing a gun at people in a car on a Minneapolis highway.
US politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

At Least One ICE Agent May Face Consequences for Minnesota

Minnesota charges an ICE officer for brandishing a gun at civilians, marking a significant accountability step following Operation Metro Surge.
Social justice
fromBossip
5 days ago

Lock Them Up: NYPD Cops Brutally Beat Brooklyn Man In Viral Video, Mayor Mamdani Sounds Off

Police violently assaulted an innocent man, highlighting systemic abuse of power against Black and Brown communities.
Privacy professionals
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 day ago

Antioch police launches Flock Camera Transparency Portal, allowing public to access data

Antioch Police Department utilizes Flock cameras to solve felony cases and enhance transparency through a new public portal.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
3 hours ago

Daly City Police Officer Crashes Into Two People on E-Bike In Visitacion Valley

Two e-bike riders were seriously injured in San Francisco when a Daly City police officer's patrol car struck them.
SF politics
fromFortune
2 days ago

The FBI is easing hiring requirements and turning to social media to attract applicants to rebuild workforce depleted by firings and resignations | Fortune

The FBI and Justice Department are easing hiring standards to address workforce shortages caused by recent departures and retirements.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Police identify woman who claimed she had been kidnapped, say she is not in danger

A woman claimed she was kidnapped but has been identified and is not in danger.
#shooting
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

New police chief likes being the good guy

Reifschneider said he tries to think about a moment when he helped someone, even if it's something mundane like pulling up behind a driver who ran out of gas. He's encouraged his fellow police officers to also reflect on a good deed.
Mission District
fromLos Angeles Times
5 days ago

Former O.C. cop used database to track woman, contacted her thousands of times, prosecutors say

Josett admitted to contacting the woman sometimes more than 100 times a day during a period of nine months, violating a restraining order by driving by her house after being notified of his impending termination.
Law
London politics
fromIrish Independent
7 hours ago

Garda suspended over 'Bikegate' controversy gets standing ovation at GRA conference

Suspended gardaí demand fair treatment and an independent appeals process after distressing experiences during investigations.
Social justice
fromGothamist
1 week ago

Can Columbus, Ohio teach the NYPD about crowd control? Mamdani wants to find out.

Columbus emphasizes conversation and de-escalation in protest policing, contrasting with aggressive tactics historically used by the NYPD.
#policing
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Two Minutes Could Change How Officers See People They Serve

Hypervigilance in police can harm personal relationships; Just-Like-Me meditation may enhance connection and prosocial behavior.
Mindfulness
fromPsychology Today
2 weeks ago

Two Minutes Could Change How Officers See People They Serve

Hypervigilance in police can harm personal relationships; Just-Like-Me meditation may enhance connection and prosocial behavior.
fromsfist.com
18 hours ago

Day Around the Bay: NorCal Man Shot By ICE to Remain In Custody

BART will be running on a limited schedule through the Transbay Tube on Sunday, April 26 as workers replace lights in the tunnel. Trains will be running once every 30 minutes through the day, and two train lines, the Red Line from Richmond to Millbrae and the Green Line from Daly City to Berryessa, won't be running at all.
San Francisco
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Mayor Bass orders extra police patrols after rash of home burglaries in the Valley

Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass has ordered increased police patrols along Ventura Boulevard due to a rise in residential burglaries.
Privacy technologies
fromFortune
2 weeks ago

Your neighbor just got a home security system, but should you be worried? 'It's inherently a little creepy' says surveillance expert | Fortune

Consumers are increasingly concerned about privacy and data control regarding home surveillance technology.
Education
fromSecuritymagazine
1 week ago

School's Out, But Security's Not: Preparing for K-12 Summertime Security

Summer vacation does not reduce security threats in K-12 environments; instead, the nature of risks changes significantly.
SF politics
fromSan Jose Spotlight
5 days ago

Op-ed: Public safety and fairness are not expendable budget items - San Jose Spotlight

Budget cuts in Santa Clara County threaten the effectiveness of the District Attorney's and Public Defender's Offices, impacting public safety and legal representation.
fromwww.cbc.ca
6 days ago

Peel police officer who shot man with knife 5 times in Mississauga last year cleared by SIU | CBC News

"There is no basis for proceeding with criminal charges in this case," wrote SIU director Joseph Martino in his decision. "The file is closed."
SF parents
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Police hit with eggs and beer cans during protests over alleged Epsom rape

Four people were arrested during a protest in Epsom following an alleged rape, which escalated to public disorder with objects thrown at police.
fromwww.brooklynpaper.com
4 days ago

Two men wounded in Ocean Hill double shooting, suspect at large Brooklyn Paper

Two men were shot outside 1275 Herkimer St. in Ocean Hill, with a 55-year-old victim suffering a back injury and a 33-year-old shot in the leg and groin.
East Bay (California)
#police-accountability
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

NYPD reviews Narcotics Division, Tisch vows accountability against Brooklyn cops caught on video in violent arrest of man | amNewYork

Civil rights activists met with Police Commissioner Tisch to address police accountability following a violent arrest incident in Brooklyn.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

In the wake of scandals, Antioch Police Department completes policy reforms demanded by DOJ

Antioch Police Department completed a comprehensive policy overhaul focused on accountability following a Department of Justice agreement addressing corruption, racism, and civil rights violations.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

NYPD reviews Narcotics Division, Tisch vows accountability against Brooklyn cops caught on video in violent arrest of man | amNewYork

Civil rights activists met with Police Commissioner Tisch to address police accountability following a violent arrest incident in Brooklyn.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

In the wake of scandals, Antioch Police Department completes policy reforms demanded by DOJ

Antioch Police Department completed a comprehensive policy overhaul focused on accountability following a Department of Justice agreement addressing corruption, racism, and civil rights violations.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

City Council requests 5 years' worth of BPD body camera footage

Boston City Council requests five years of body camera footage from police incidents to increase transparency after a fatal shooting.
SF politics
fromMission Local
6 days ago

SFPD police chief and watchdog to be evaluated following Mission Local reporting

The San Francisco police commission will evaluate Chief Derrick Lew and Paul Henderson after nearly 10 years without reviews.
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'One of main agitators': Man with megaphone allegedly urged crowds to charge at garda during Citywest riot

Roberto Iafrate faces trial for allegedly inciting violence during the Citywest riot.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
1 day ago

BK Hot Spot Moving On After Safety Concerns, Owner Says

Pacha New York is implementing a comprehensive safety and operations plan for its Brooklyn venue, focusing on crowd control and community coordination.
fromBoston.com
4 days ago

4 arrested in brazen daytime shooting near downtown Haverhill

A shooting occurred in downtown Haverhill at around 11:30 a.m., damaging property but causing no injuries. Haverhill police discovered numerous shell casings at the scene.
East Bay (California)
NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
2 weeks ago

In New York City, Mamdani's New Appointee Talks About Reimagining Public Safety

New York City establishes the Office of Community Safety to enhance crime prevention and support services under Mayor Mamdani's leadership.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Counter-terror police investigate another arson attack

Commander Helen Flanagan stated, 'At this stage last night's arson is not being linked to other incidents in the north-west London area over the last week or last month's arson in Golders Green but counter terrorism officers are leading due to the similarities of each attack.'
London politics
Social justice
fromPUNCH
3 weeks ago

What Does a Bar Owe Its Neighbors?

Bartenders in urban areas face challenges of homelessness and mental health crises, requiring a balance of compassion, safety, and quick decision-making.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
2 days ago

Crooks carjack Toyota Corolla from women in Brooklyn Lowe's parking lot

Four men carjacked a vehicle from two women in a Brooklyn parking lot, injuring one during the theft.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
5 days ago

NYPD and Brooklyn DA Joint Public Safety Announcement

NYPD Commissioner and Brooklyn DA to announce important public safety initiative.
fromNews 12 - Long Island
8 hours ago

Teen beaten and robbed of bookbag in East Flatbush

Four individuals approached the 19-year-old man and got into an argument with him. They punched the victim multiple times in the face before taking his North Face book bag.
New York City
US news
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Police release bodycam footage of Plymouth butcher knife standoff

Plymouth police released body camera footage of a standoff with an armed man who held his wife hostage inside a home.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
6 days ago

Upsetting': Tisch places two NYPD cops on modified duty after viral video of Brooklyn liquor store beating | amNewYork

Two Brooklyn cops were placed on modified duty after a viral video showed them beating a man inside a liquor store.
Mental health
fromSecuritymagazine
2 months ago

Implementing Meaningful De-Escalation Training in Your Security Program

De-escalation training reduces aggressive incidents and is a critical risk-mitigation strategy for modern security personnel and organizations.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

The Truth About ICE's Recruiting Push

Aggressive ICE hiring claims outpace operational readiness, with about 12,000 hires announced but only roughly 5,000 fully operational.
#crisis-intervention
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Social justice

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
Social justice
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training and education of counselors and are inappropriate for crisis intervention; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians and social workers are more effective and cost-effective alternatives.
Social justice
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Letters: Police are the wrong people for crisis intervention

Police lack the advanced clinical training of counselors and crisis intervention by police correlates with worse outcomes for people in mental health crises; behavioral health-led responses by clinicians are more appropriate and cost-effective.
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