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https://youtu.be/2Qi1R7ZwNjo Some of you cops are becoming softer! Yes, weaker against injustice and Criminal Profiling.  All these events happening around the nation are encouraging some of you to speak out. The Minneapolis in-custody death sparked outrage among the public.  I have seen some "Celebrity" cops post snapshot photos of the in-custody death demanding justice. As a result, I haven't posted anything because I don't have all the facts to make an accurate and unbiased conclusion.  George Floyd's full video doesn't present all the criminal facts.  Yes, some of you are already biased against this case. Some of you are already biased against other cases!  The Truth About The Case The truth about the case is that we don't know the truth. The probable cause affidavit was released to the public.  I would like to say the affidavit highlights all the details about the case, including what happened to George Floyd.  However, the affidavit is less than two pages long! I write longer crimi

If you are like many law enforcement officers, then you are ready to go back to the streets to fight crime and suppress evil. Unfortunately, many officers are focusing on unconstitutional laws, stay-home laws, and skipping real coronavirus crimes.  

I decided I needed to help my fellow first responders who might not have the resources required to get the job done. No matter what, we still have to respond to calls even if we don’t have the equipment. Luckily, many businesses are stepping forward to fulfill the void many local, state, and even the federal government are missing. These businesses are using their workers, raw materials, and factories to create personal protective equipment for the first responders. Let’s jump right into the information! Resources mentioned in the podcast: ➡️COVID-19 article for law enforcement: https://www.tacticalbluetv.com/a-law-enforcement-guide-to-covid-19-part-2/ ➡️Axon: sign up here: https://www.axon.com/news/covid-19-axon-supplies ➡️Masks for civilians: https://www.today.com/style/where-buy-face-masks-yourself-others-t177883 ➡️3D Masks: https://essentium3d.com/ ➡️Lexipol Grant List: https://www.lexipol.com/coronavirus/grant-funding/ ➡️Reimbursement FEMA Grant: https://www.tml.org/DocumentCenter/View/1657/FEMA-Reimb

In part 1, I wrote about the COVID-19’s symptoms, preventive measures, and how the virus is spreading. Additionally, I explained the risk level presented to law enforcement and correction professionals. COVID-19 cases are growing by the day. You might think this is a problem for large metro areas, and the virus isn’t going to affect small-town policing. I can guarantee you’ll see a COVID-19 case in almost every type of jurisdiction. Learn how to prevent the spread using personal protective equipment as indicated by the CDC.

COVID-19 is affecting every aspect of America. First responders have the commitment and duty to protect society during these turbulent times. Tactical Blue provides the following information to facilitate planning for and execution of civilian interaction between law enforcement personnel and members of the public. Information is presented in a chronological format and provided at a level of detail that affords police officers and law enforcement supervisors the flexibility to develop procedures that are suitable for their environment.

Criminals Going Dark-I talk about a problem many small and medium-size law enforcement agencies are experiencing with encrypted social media messaging.

Texas celebrates the legacy of our fallen Peace Officers. Officers from many jurisdictions, as well as, federal agencies attended the candlelight vigil at the Texas Peace Officer Memorial Monument in Austin, Texas.    The memorial monument is located in the premises of the Texas State Capitol Building. The names of all the fallen Texas peace officers are engraved on granite obelisk on a base with a Texas Lone Star.    The names of the fallen dates back to 1823, when our founder, Stephen F. Austin, commission what is now known as the "Texas Rangers."    The memorial was erected in 1999 with contributions by the Texas Commission On Law Enforcement (TCOLE) and the Texas State Preservation Board.    The memorial is not only remembering the fallen officers. The monument also reflects the strength and honor of the families of the fallen officers.   Unfortunately, more names are added each year to the walls. We all hope the deaths of law enforcement falls to zero. However, for now, we are going to keep adding those

You heard many headlines, mass shootings happening across our nation. More people want to prevent these atrocities, law enforcement does too. However, this issue can create problems because some of those mass shootings aren’t carried away by ideological or fanatics of some sort. Investigations have concluded people with extreme mental illnesses have committed these crimes. In some cases, family members of those responsible failed to see the signs of an imminent attack. Those with mental illnesses didn’t wake up one day and said, “Hey, I’m mentally ill, let’s go and hurt people.” In fact, many people with mental illnesses will never hurt another human being. In his book, author Gavin de Becker, “The Gift of Fear,” explains humans have developed a tremendous tool which can guarantee their survival. Some of us, police officers, call FEAR a “gut-feeling” or instinct. Gut-feelings is a predecessor of reasonable suspicion. You know something is wrong, but you don’t exactly what’s going on. What do you do? Y

Duty belts are as old as policing. From the beginning, para-military uniform adaptations of duty belts included police officers. Police belts symbolize the disciplined body of the justice system. When policing started, officers were part of the night watch. Officers carried tools like lanterns and sometimes a stick for self-defense. Eventually, law enforcement belts became a symbol or a brand. Officer’s dress code included a trench coat plus a Sam Browne belt. Belts consisted of a leather piece, brass buckle, and another leather strip which connected front to back passing through the officer’s chest and right shoulder. When I see photographs of police officers who used this setup, I can imagine myself being one of them. These officers carried a nightstick, flashlight, and revolver. Over time, law enforcement evolved, and more tools were added. All these new tools or toys, as some of us see them, started adding weight which translated in back, hips, and knee injuries. However, there are new options to consid

Police officer’s duty belts are diversified, heavy, full of surprises for the bad guys. We carry all kinds of tools which help us in our jobs while keeping us safe. Duty belts add significant weight which can cause health problems, including lower back pain and knee injuries. Photo by Jordan on Unsplash Recently officers have been looking for alternatives to reduce the weight they carry. Some have chosen to move part of their gear to their vest or load-bearing vests. However, the price of these vests can go from $150 up to $1500, depending on the model, brand, and specific features. Other officers opted to change their duty belts. I changed mine from leather to nylon. The reduction of weight wasn’t significant, but it helped my back for sure. Another alternative is to change the holsters we carry our tools. More officers are using Kydex as an alternative to leather or nylon. I’m sure you’ve heard about Kydex before, but if you haven’t, here is some information. In Wikipedia, Kydex is an acrylic-polyvinyl c

My police department just purchased two brand new 2019 Chevy Tahoe with the Police Package. All the new features, the performance, and add-ons make this SUV a great purchase! Many police departments are debating whether they should purchase this big vehicle. However, the most important thing to consider is the customization and space this SUV offers for the patrol officer. I can carry so much equipment with this vehicle. I even have some space to spare compared to my old SUV, 2009 Chevy Tahoe. I'll show you all the features from bumper to bumper including the after-market equipment which was added for better user experience. Let's begin. Oh, if you find this podcast interesting, don't forget to subscribe and share it. https://youtu.be/wzdV_TGmrrU

In today's episode, I want to discuss case law. Yes, I know it's boring! However, it's relevant to your reports, and it's a big part of what it means to be a real police officer, which means it's essential to your police training. Before we get started, I want to paint a picture. Let's say that you're part of a Special Task Force and you want to focus on a specific area in town that is of interest because of the high crime occurring in the last month, whether that's in narcotics, burglaries, or other crimes. Imagine you're driving around in your marked patrol vehicle. Then, you spot a man walking down the street, and as soon as he sees you, he turns around and runs away. The question here is this: Are you allowed to stop him? Is it illegal for him to look at you? Do you have a reason to stop him? It doesn't seem that way. However, guess what? According to the Supreme Court of the United States, you are indeed allowed to stop that person, but there are some things you need to consider, and that's what we'll

Explore the case law which justifies the use of deadly force with a vehicle. Recently, the Grand Rapids Police Department (MI), used a car to strike a homicide suspect firing at officers in the middle of the road. I know what you are thinking, it the suspect was shooting at officers then it's justified. Well, not so fast, before you use deadly force of any kind, you need to learn the way you can use that specific use of force. In this podcast, I explain each case law which justifies the use of a vehicle as a weapon to stop a threat. Later, I show you the latest police shooting from the Baltimore Police Department (MD). Officers encountered a subject using deadly force against an innocent victim. Officers responded with deadly force and stopped the threat. However, the suspect injured one of the officers with a non-life threating injury.

In today's episode, I take you to Pflugerville, Texas, where we attended the BBQ Benefit for Cambryn's Relentless Battle. Camryn's is a nine-year-old little girl with a rare disease. Unfortunately, she was diagnosed with Aplastic Anemia. This disease has taken her strength from her. Her body is unable to produce more blood cells to fight everyday bacterial attacks. The only way for her to survive and thrive would be a bone marrow transfusion. Camryn's father, Sgt. Kurk Anderson, with the Pflugerville Police Department, asked for assistance. As one big BLUE FAMILY, we couldn't just let this little girl go without notice. We stepped up together to perform a BBQ Benefit for her. This past Saturday, I attended the BBQ Benefit. It was enjoyable to see how law enforcement and the community comes together to help one of our own. The most important message from this podcast is to DONATE. Camryn needs to find a bone marrow donor as soon as possible. Please go to -www.bethematch.org Order your Free kit and test. http

The Field Training Officer Program, also known as FTO, is our topic of the day, and this is something every law enforcement officer has to go through right out of the academy. These programs can last from a couple of weeks to 4 months. It all depends on the department and your level of expertise when entering the program. The FTO programs teach you everything; from policies to advanced tactics and everything in between. I am a field training officer, so my goal today is to provide tips to rookies who are going through the program so they can have an easier time. I’m also going to discuss traffic stops and show you how I do it. Common Rookie Mistakes To Avoid 1. Not listening to the radio. Rookies need to pay attention to call signs; if you don’t respond, dispatch will send officers to see if you’re okay. 2. Jumping to conclusions. You need to listen to the whole story and pay attention to physical evidence when you’re dealing with people so you can make good choices. 3. Not having your equipment ready. Alw

Today, we are going to talk about a dispatcher who was murder after finishing her shift. Officer used reasonable force to save his life. However, the jury said otherwise. An officer is fighting a decisive battle after being shot in the line of duty. Politicians said the United States leads the charts in mass shootings, and new research shows they were lying. Code Enforcement Officer ambushed and killed, how to prevent these attacks? And Finally, Transformer pulled over by Chinese Police!

In today's podcast, I go over the latest law enforcement news affecting you. There are valuable lessons learned from this week news, including being ambush while sitting in your vehicle. Listen to the podcast and share it with your police buddies!

The Austin Police Department is one of the largest police departments in Texas. Over 2500 commissioned and civilian employees are part of this organization. Austin itself became the best place to live in the US. I live near Austin. It’s a great place for culture, fun, entertainment, outdoor activities and much more. The current population is estimated to be close to 950k people. Many people from all over the US are moving here. As you know, not everyone who lives or moves here have the best intentions or behavior. The city likes to brag about the low crime rate reported by the FBI. Uniform Crime Report. Although I have some personal knowledge of a little trick to skew the results (completely legal), Austin is just another growing city in the US. However, Austin is experiencing a cultural change, like no other city in the US. Many people are moving here with their job from places like California, Colorado, etc. They bring their ideology, customs, and political views with them though there is nothing wrong wi

An active shooter incident unfolded today in Annapolis, MD. The shooter entered the Capital Gazelle and attacked staff. FBI, ATF and local police are assessing the situation

Breaking News, Officer Christopher Driver and Mathew Mazany were killed over the weekend. Officer Driver died when his vehicle crash with a commercial vehicle. Officer Mazany passed away when a vehicle struck him and left the scene. The suspect was later arrested and is being held in jail without a bond. Keep all the officers' families in your prayers. #Backtheblue #ThinBlueLine