Police training goes to the dogs
Rick Ashabranner, president of the North American Police Work Dog Association, said training can vary between … To me that speaks volumes on the importance of the training,” Kobitz said. “SWAT teams … Link.
Police K-9 helps take down man accused of 2 assaults within week
San Marcos police called for assistance from Hays County SWAT, who arrived at the scene. After several hours, Lloyd continued to resist arrest and a police dog was used to help take him into custody. … Link.
Northeast schools secured during nearby police investigation
Multiple police cruisers, along with canine and SWAT units, gathered in the area of 2nd Avenue North and Rose Street around 2 p.m. Wednesday. As a precaution, St. Michael, Mother Teresa and … Link.
Orlando police SWAT members are now wearing body cameras, after policy reversal
When a SWAT member and two other OPD officers shot and killed 33-year-old Brian Baker at Orlando Regional Medical Center Oct. 1, none were recording. One officer was a police-dog handler, another … Link.
Woman involved in SWAT standoff faces six new charges
A woman who claimed she was being held hostage a week ago during a SWAT standoff in Waukesha County was a willing … refusing to surrender and even stabbing a police dog as she was arrested using the … Link.
The Strange Rise and Sudden Fall of the Florida Mayor Who Took on a SWAT Team
The SWAT team retreated, ducking for cover behind the Bearcat. An officer shined the vehicle’s spotlight on the second floor window, where police spotted a middle-aged … These guys look at me like I … Link.
SDPD Special Response Canines Help With SWAT Missions
Now, the San Diego Police Department has another advantage, K-9’s trained to fit the needs of SWAT officers. The dogs reduce the unknown for responding officers. Additionally, most of the Special … Link.
Mail Carrier Sprays Friendly Pup | Disneyland Childcare: Patch PM
The video shows the mail carried calmly pepper spray a dog … Police killed a gunman who allegedly broke into San Gabriel homes terrorizing residents and setting fires to hold a SWAT Team at … Link.
Neighbors describe south Modesto hostage situation that ended with fatal shooting
Authorities were called at 1:42 p.m. Sheriff’s deputies, Modesto police officers and SWAT teams from both agencies “were activated … the woman said she heard the girl asking a man walking his dog … Link.
Santa Maria PD Citizen’s Academy gives behind-the-scenes look at training, agency’s challenges
It was the second to last class of the Santa Maria Police Department Citizen’s Academy … active killer training, the SWAT team arsenal, and more. “We try very hard to be open and transparent as much … Link.