APB American Police Beat

As our nation commemorates National Police Week 2024, communities across the country stand in solidarity to honor the brave men and women who gave their all in the line of […]

There are some common errors that young detectives and even first-responding street cops make in interrogation. These mistakes can make an investigation much more complicated and be an unnecessary barrier […]

Younger people often see the older generations as, if not obsolete, certainly “behind the times.” In my younger years, I was as guilty of this as anyone. On the other […]

Birmingham, AL – Two exciting, action-packed sporting events are converging in Birmingham, Alabama, in 2025! For the first time in its 33-year history, the TFT® Firefighter Challenge will be hosted […]

Early this year, body-worn camera footage was released that showed a Florida deputy mistaking a falling acorn striking his vehicle with the sound of a gunshot. He then shot several […]

As the saying goes, “You can get the monkey off your back, but the circus never leaves town.” This is no laughing matter. Having a monkey on your back initially […]

A town in Pennsylvania is considering closing its police department. Unsurprisingly, the union that represents the officers there isn’t crazy about the idea. The borough of Jenkintown is tiny, just […]

Law enforcement officers rarely garner the universal acclaim that comes with some of the other first response professions. On most calls, there’s a victim who needs help and a suspect […]

A bill in Washington state is creating a stir about some questionable things that might occur due to the way it’s written. ESHB 2384 is a traffic bill, dealing mostly […]

To foster connections with the rapidly growing senior community in Douglas County, CO., the sheriff’s office has decided to welcome a unique canine member to its team. Meet Leo, a […]

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) on April 15 announced Sergeant Dave Musgrove of the Charlotte County, Florida, Sheriff’s Department as its Officer of the Month for February […]

In response to a surge in violent gun crimes, federal law enforcement officials, in conjunction with local law enforcement agencies in Los Angeles, have unveiled a new strategy aimed at […]

In a heart-stopping incident that has since captured the attention of many on social media, a Brevard County, Florida, sheriff’s deputy showed remarkable bravery and quick thinking when she saved […]

“Some people called him the male Mother Teresa.” That’s one of the descriptions shared by fellow agents of FBI Supervisory Special Agent Danny Knapp. Knapp was a well-respected, well-liked, highly […]

The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) on April 10 announced Sergeant Abel Hernandez of the West Covina (CA) Police Department as its Officer of the Month for January […]

Metrohm is proud to announce the expansion of its OMNIS platform with the addition of near-infrared spectroscopy (NIRS) capabilities. The new OMNIS NIRS enhances the platform’s versatility, enabling comprehensive chemical […]

The small town of Ridgely, Maryland, has suspended its entire police force without explanation pending the results of an ongoing investigation, local officials say. The dramatic move has led to […]

The San Antonio Police Department (SAPD) has taken steps to become the first law enforcement agency in the United States to receive certification in trauma-informed care. The move marks a […]

In a concerning trend sweeping across affluent neighborhoods in Southern California, authorities are warning of a surge in what they are calling “burglary tourism” — robberies orchestrated by organized groups […]

A 15-year-old runner at the 2024 Los Angeles Marathon crossed the finish line thanks to a selfless act of kindness by an LAPD sergeant. The marathon, which drew more than […]