Tag: first responders

I was horrified by two news reports this week. The first involved the vicious attack of a British soldier on the street in London. He was hit with a vehicle then hacked to death with…

In an instant, three families suffered live changing losses. On May 18, 2013, a Nassau County LEO responded to a report of a home invasion. He encountered a man holding a pistol and a hostage,…

This week, I was honored to speak at the Gainesville Kiwanis meeting. During National Police Week every year, the Kiwanis recognizes LEOs from all agencies in the area. The ceremony was fantastic and exemplified the…

I have always been fascinated with the reasons why people commit crimes. I remember the first time I left a bank after doing a security inspection as a LEO and confirmed that a bank was…

LEOs in Maine recently apprehended a convicted rapist who was on the run for 34 years. 34 YEARS!! Most LEOs working today were not working 34 years ago, and some were not alive 34 years…

I get a lot of calls from LEOs experiencing issues at work. I recognize that each situation is extremely serious to the LEO. I still remember how a bad boss or supervisor can sap the…

Pick any high profile news story and follow it for one day. Within 24 hours, the media will show you a picture of the person upon whom the story is focused. Within a few hours…

I recently received a call from a LEO after an officer involved shooting (OIS).  I drove to the department and met with the LEO. He was, as James Bond would say, “shaken not stirred.” Thank…

On the street, your backup will likely be wearing uniforms. When the smoke clears, the adrenaline goes away, and the reports are all done, you will rely upon someone wearing a suit and carrying a briefcase to protect your career and your assets. Like anything else, be informed, be proactive, and be prepared.

“Now you know why they call me ‘Dirty Harry.’ Every dirty job that comes along.” The iconic words of Inspector Harry Callahan are so appropriate right now. We are again embroiled in a discussion about…