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New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Deadly night in NYC: Multiple people fatally shot during overnight crime spree

NYPD investigates two shootings in NYC, resulting in three fatalities, including a possible murder-suicide in Queens and a homicide in Manhattan.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Deadly night in NYC: Multiple people fatally shot during overnight crime spree

NYPD investigates two shootings in NYC, resulting in three fatalities, including a possible murder-suicide in Queens and a homicide in Manhattan.
fromBoston.com
8 hours ago

NH trooper assaulted in unprovoked attack

According to New Hampshire State Police, the incident happened around 2 p.m. in a parking lot off Dover Point Road near Route 16. Investigators say a trooper was doing administrative work in his parked cruiser when a man drove up, got out of his vehicle, and approached the officer while holding what police described as 'a stick and a metal tool.'
Boston food
#self-defense
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole pro says he fatally shot person in self-defense

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, shot and killed Bradrick Wells in self-defense during an argument, according to his attorney.
US news
fromFortune
3 days ago

The quadruple amputee cornholer's shooting was in self-defense, lawyer says | Fortune

A quadruple amputee shot and killed a passenger in self-defense during an argument, facing murder charges and a lengthy trial.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Quadruple amputee cornhole pro says he fatally shot person in self-defense

Dayton Webber, a quadruple amputee, shot and killed Bradrick Wells in self-defense during an argument, according to his attorney.
US news
fromFortune
3 days ago

The quadruple amputee cornholer's shooting was in self-defense, lawyer says | Fortune

A quadruple amputee shot and killed a passenger in self-defense during an argument, facing murder charges and a lengthy trial.
London politics
fromIndependent
15 hours ago

Woman brutally attacked by gang in latest hijacking spree as gardai warn of nationwide surge

There is deep concern regarding gang violence following a controversial court ruling in Dublin.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 hour ago

Gunman accused of killing Brooklyn baby girl told cops he was aiming at her dad: documents

A gunman confessed to targeting a baby's father during a shooting that killed the infant, a claim the mother vehemently denied.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

Manhunt for 2nd Brooklyn baby death suspect intensifies as NYC reels from shooting

A 7-month-old girl was tragically killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn during a shooting incident.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

7-month-old dead after being struck in the head by stray bullet during broad-daylight NYC shooting: cops

A 7-month-old girl was shot dead by a stray bullet while in her stroller in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
2 days ago

7-month-old baby shot dead feet from Brooklyn daycare, NYPD says

A 7-month-old baby girl was shot dead in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, prompting a significant police investigation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Brooklyn stabbing: Man hospitalized after being assaulted during argument, cops say | amNewYork

A man was hospitalized after being stabbed during an argument outside a Brooklyn apartment complex.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

BREAKING | 7-month-old baby shot dead on walk with mom in Brooklyn, sources say | amNewYork

A 7-month-old child was shot dead in Brooklyn, possibly by a stray bullet, while being pushed in a stroller by their mother.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 hour ago

Gunman accused of killing Brooklyn baby girl told cops he was aiming at her dad: documents

A gunman confessed to targeting a baby's father during a shooting that killed the infant, a claim the mother vehemently denied.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

Manhunt for 2nd Brooklyn baby death suspect intensifies as NYC reels from shooting

A 7-month-old girl was tragically killed by a stray bullet in Brooklyn during a shooting incident.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

7-month-old dead after being struck in the head by stray bullet during broad-daylight NYC shooting: cops

A 7-month-old girl was shot dead by a stray bullet while in her stroller in Brooklyn.
Brooklyn
fromThe Mirror US
2 days ago

7-month-old baby shot dead feet from Brooklyn daycare, NYPD says

A 7-month-old baby girl was shot dead in East Williamsburg, Brooklyn, prompting a significant police investigation.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Brooklyn stabbing: Man hospitalized after being assaulted during argument, cops say | amNewYork

A man was hospitalized after being stabbed during an argument outside a Brooklyn apartment complex.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

BREAKING | 7-month-old baby shot dead on walk with mom in Brooklyn, sources say | amNewYork

A 7-month-old child was shot dead in Brooklyn, possibly by a stray bullet, while being pushed in a stroller by their mother.
#police-shooting
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Canada news

Police watchdog clears officer who fatally shot man with BB gun at Danforth GO station | CBC News

US news
fromBronx Times
2 days ago

NYPD officer fatally shoots Mott Haven man during attempted arrest - Bronx Times

Police shot and killed Lucien Colón, who brandished a gun during an attempted arrest in a Mott Haven apartment.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
UK news

Authorities allege man threatened officers with knife before fatal shooting in Westminster

Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Brockton police shoot man who allegedly fired at officers, man sleeping nearby also injured, DA says

Both the driver shot by police and a 71-year-old grazed by a bullet sustained non-life threatening injuries during a police shooting incident.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
US news

Officer having 'mild anxiety attack' took ambulance sent for man dying from police shooting, report says

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US news

Police officers shot a man in the back, then a cop took the first ambulance because of a 'mild anxiety attack' | Fortune

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Canada news

Police watchdog clears officer who fatally shot man with BB gun at Danforth GO station | CBC News

US news
fromBronx Times
2 days ago

NYPD officer fatally shoots Mott Haven man during attempted arrest - Bronx Times

Police shot and killed Lucien Colón, who brandished a gun during an attempted arrest in a Mott Haven apartment.
fromBoston.com
1 week ago
UK news

Authorities allege man threatened officers with knife before fatal shooting in Westminster

Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Brockton police shoot man who allegedly fired at officers, man sleeping nearby also injured, DA says

Both the driver shot by police and a 71-year-old grazed by a bullet sustained non-life threatening injuries during a police shooting incident.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago
US news

Officer having 'mild anxiety attack' took ambulance sent for man dying from police shooting, report says

fromFortune
3 weeks ago
US news

Police officers shot a man in the back, then a cop took the first ambulance because of a 'mild anxiety attack' | Fortune

NYC politics
fromThe Marshall Project
4 hours 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.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
9 hours ago

Pupils as young as 7 taking blades to class as UK's knife crisis in schools revealed

Knife crime in UK schools is rising, with over 700 incidents reported last year, including cases involving children as young as seven.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
20 hours ago

Investigation underway for 1-alarm fire in secure area at SFO

A small fire in storage containers at San Francisco International Airport caused no injuries and had no impact on flight operations.
Boston
fromwww.cbc.ca
7 hours ago

2 dead following Brampton shooting, Peel police say | CBC News

Two individuals were killed in a shooting incident in Brampton, with police actively searching for suspects.
SF parents
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

Man dies after group fight in Concord elementary school parking lot, police say

A man died following a group fight in a school parking lot during an after school program.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
3 days ago

The Rising Tide of Executive Protection: Corporations Ramp Up Security in an Era of Heightened Threats

Companies are increasingly investing in executive protection due to rising threats, making it a strategic necessity for business continuity and resilience.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Two dead in Pomona police pursuit stemming from domestic violence call

A domestic violence call in Pomona led to a police pursuit, resulting in two fatalities and the arrest of suspect Marshall Judson.
Careers
fromSecuritymagazine
2 days ago

Beyond the Certificate: Why Real Expertise in Investigative Interviewing Comes from Practice

Training and certifications signal competence, but true effectiveness in investigative interviewing requires disciplined application and real-world experience.
fromThe Local Germany
1 day ago

Man arrested after setting off pyrotechnics on German train, injuring 12

The suspect was locked in a bathroom by passengers after setting off the pyrotechnics, police said in a statement, adding that the man was carrying two knives.
Germany news
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
2 days ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
#shooting
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

16-year-old arrested in Allston shooting

A 16-year-old faces multiple charges for a shooting in Allston that injured another juvenile.
Boston
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

16-year-old arrested in Allston shooting

A 16-year-old faces multiple charges for a shooting in Allston that injured another juvenile.
Psychology
fromSilicon Canals
3 days ago

I'm 34 and I just realized I've been performing competence at work for seven years because somewhere along the way I confused being impressive with being safe, and the exhaustion I thought was burnout was actually the weight of never once letting anyone see me learn something for the first time. - Silicon Canals

Performing competence can lead to self-erasure and social rewards, masking genuine capability with a polished exterior.
#stanford-university
Boston
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Jogger Sexually Assaulted By Armed Man Near Stanford University Campus

Stanford University police are searching for an armed suspect who assaulted a woman jogging near campus.
Boston
fromsfist.com
5 days ago

Jogger Sexually Assaulted By Armed Man Near Stanford University Campus

Stanford University police are searching for an armed suspect who assaulted a woman jogging near campus.
California
fromCalifornia Post
4 days ago

California sheriff's department to utilize Batman-like gadget to halt car chases

Riverside County Sheriff's Department will use the Grappler device to safely stop fleeing vehicles, inspired by Batman's gadgets.
#queens
Pets
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Police fatally shoot dog in Queens after it bites woman, NYPD says

Police fatally shot a dog in Queens after it attacked a woman, who was hospitalized with injuries.
Pets
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Police fatally shoot dog in Queens after it bites woman, NYPD says

Police fatally shot a dog in Queens after it attacked a woman, who was hospitalized with injuries.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

I took off my headphones and noticed a stranger in peril

Wearing headphones isolates individuals from their surroundings, while being present enhances awareness and engagement with the world.
SF politics
fromNextgov.com
5 days ago

New contract for background investigations raises concerns about scale and risk

DCSA is modernizing its Case Processing Operations Center to enhance background investigations and incorporate Continuous Vetting for national security.
Social justice
fromPUNCH
5 days 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.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

Five Met officers taken off duty after weapons find

Five Metropolitan Police officers removed from front-line duties after firearms and a Taser were found on a London street.
#boston
Boston
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Suspect arrested in stabbing near Northeastern University

A Boston man was arrested for a stabbing near Northeastern University, with the victim suffering nonlife-threatening injuries.
Boston
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Six people sent to hospital after man threatened to stab Boston bus driver

A man with a butcher knife injured six people at a Boston transit station before being taken into custody.
#bronx
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Bronx slashing near Castle Hill Ave - tips sought

A 25-year-old man was slashed in the neck in the Bronx after a verbal dispute, and the attacker remains unidentified.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Man Shot In Fordham; Crime Scene At E. 193rd St.

A man was shot in the Bronx but is expected to recover, with police investigating the incident.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Two Bronx shootings in one hour leave pair of men dead as borough continues to be rocked by gun violence in 2026 | amNewYork

Two men were shot dead in separate incidents in the Bronx on April 2, 2026.
New York City
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Bronx slashing near Castle Hill Ave - tips sought

A 25-year-old man was slashed in the neck in the Bronx after a verbal dispute, and the attacker remains unidentified.
New York City
fromHoodline
3 days ago

Man Shot In Fordham; Crime Scene At E. 193rd St.

A man was shot in the Bronx but is expected to recover, with police investigating the incident.
Information security
fromTheregister
2 days ago

The company's biggest security hole lived in the breakroom

An internet-connected coffee machine caused a major data breach by exploiting security vulnerabilities in a corporate network.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 days ago

2 GTA mental health treatment centres for first responders a step closer to reality with new funding | CBC News

Federal government allocates $15 million for new treatment facilities for first responders with post-traumatic stress injuries in Greater Toronto Area.
NYC parents
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Humpday Headlines: Teen Fatally Stabbed In Fight Near Milpitas High

A 17-year-old boy was fatally stabbed during a chaotic fight involving ten teens near Milpitas High School.
#stabbing
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Woman in critical condition after stabbing in downtown L.A.; suspect arrested

A woman was critically injured in a random stabbing in downtown Los Angeles, and a suspect has been arrested and charged with attempted murder.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Boston police investigate stabbing near Northeastern University

One person was hospitalized after a stabbing near Northeastern University on St. Botolph Street.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

Woman in critical condition after stabbing in downtown L.A.; suspect arrested

A woman was critically injured in a random stabbing in downtown Los Angeles, and a suspect has been arrested and charged with attempted murder.
Boston
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Boston police investigate stabbing near Northeastern University

One person was hospitalized after a stabbing near Northeastern University on St. Botolph Street.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Mass. man sentenced for online threats to public figures, children, elementary school

A Wilbraham man was sentenced to 32 months in prison for making violent threats against public officials, children, and a local school.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Moment knifeman who left his victim for dead caught hiding under loft insulation

James Pedley was sentenced to 14 years for stabbing a man during a brawl and was found hiding from police.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
22 hours ago

Sadiq Khan protection officers leave bag with guns and Taser on south London street'

Armed police officers left a bag with firearms and a Taser on the street, prompting an investigation by the Metropolitan police.
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Embracing the Warrior-Guardian Paradox in Modern Policing

The warrior and guardian are not competing philosophies between which a department must choose. They are complementary capacities every officer needs - and every agency must develop, sustain, and honor equally.
Social justice
Brooklyn
fromNew York Daily News
1 day ago

Brooklyn hospital EMTs suspended after woman, 44, fatally struck by ambulance

A woman was killed in a hit-and-run by a private ambulance in Brooklyn, leading to paramedics' suspension pending investigation.
Information security
fromThe Hacker News
2 days ago

ThreatsDay Bulletin: Pre-Auth Chains, Android Rootkits, CloudTrail Evasion & 10 More Stories

The ThreatsDay Bulletin provides a concise overview of current cybersecurity threats and trends affecting system safety.
SF parents
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Suspect Says He Was 'Dry-Firing' Gun When 22-Year-Old Samantha Emge Was Killed

A 25-year-old man accidentally shot his girlfriend while dry-firing his gun, resulting in her death.
#arson
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

A serial arsonist terrorized Hollywood. It ended only after two sisters died in a house fire, authorities say

Jovan Duverne, 39, is accused of starting a series of arson fires in Hollywood, resulting in the deaths of two elderly women.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Three more people arrested in Golders Green ambulance attack investigation

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with an arson attack on ambulances serving the Jewish community in Golders Green.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

A serial arsonist terrorized Hollywood. It ended only after two sisters died in a house fire, authorities say

Jovan Duverne, 39, is accused of starting a series of arson fires in Hollywood, resulting in the deaths of two elderly women.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Three more people arrested in Golders Green ambulance attack investigation

Three individuals have been arrested in connection with an arson attack on ambulances serving the Jewish community in Golders Green.
fromSecuritymagazine
2 weeks ago

Security Team Member Dies in Standoff with Dallas Police

Robinson's true identity was revealed after the Irving police released a bulletin for a car with stolen government plates. A Dallas officer noticed the vehicle in question while working a security job with Robinson six months prior. Dallas police attempted to pull Robinson over on Mar. 11, and Robinson fled before being rediscovered in a hospital parking garage.
US politics
fromBoston.com
3 days ago

Mass. man charged with murdering wife, allegedly told 911 operator 'my gun went off'

Mark Opper called 911 and told an operator: 'I just sh- ... my gun went off. I killed my wife,' indicating a possible admission of guilt.
US news
#school-shooting
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Texas student shoots teacher at high school before killing himself

A 15-year-old student shot a teacher and then himself at a Texas high school, marking the fifth school shooting in the US this year.
SF parents
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Texas student shoots teacher at high school before killing himself

A 15-year-old student shot a teacher and then himself at a Texas high school, marking the fifth school shooting in the US this year.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Grenade deaths of L.A. County deputies involved 'willful' safety violations, state finds

A California Division of Occupational Safety and Health investigation into the July 18 blast resulted in eight citations and more than $350,000 in fines, according to records from the state agency reviewed by The Times.
Los Angeles
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Cops with patrol rifles to be stationed at key locations in Toronto, police create new counter-terrorism unit | CBC News

Toronto police are establishing a counter-terrorism unit and task force to enhance security against extremism and terrorism in the city.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Overwhelmed' Prevent at risk of missing threats as referrals rise, UK counter-terror chief says

Prevent scheme faces overwhelming referrals, risking identification of genuine threats due to increased volume and lack of triage system.
Brooklyn
fromBed-Stuy, NY Patch
3 days ago

Teen Caught With Gun At Brooklyn High School, NYPD Says

A 16-year-old student was charged with gun possession after being found with a handgun at a Brooklyn high school.
US news
fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Pursuit by Sheriff's Deputies Ends In Fiery Crash Outside Travis Air Force Base, Killing Two

Two people died in a crash after fleeing from police near Travis Air Force Base.
Boston
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Armed man sought after sexual assault of jogger near Stanford

A woman jogging near Stanford University was sexually assaulted by a man with a handgun.
#gun-violence
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
6 days ago

Mom of Brooklyn boy caught in crossfire aims to raise money to flee to safety

A mother seeks help to relocate her family after her son was shot in a gang-related incident in Brooklyn.
Mental health
fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Hope in Hostage-Taking and Kidnapping Incidents

Narratives shape how people process trauma and build resilience, while uncertainty from wrongful detention creates profound psychological strain that unfolds silently within families.
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.
US news
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 weeks ago

FBI reports active shooter situation' at Michigan synagogue in the US

A car rammed into Temple Israel Synagogue in West Bloomfield Township, Michigan, with an active shooter situation; the assailant was killed and no immediate victims reported.
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Should Never, Ever Make

If you are choking and are alone, try to get yourself into a high-traffic area, such as a hallway in a building or outside your house. If you pass out, you're way more likely to be found as opposed to being in a room in a building or your house. Call 911 even though you can't speak. Someone will be sent to your location by dispatch.
Public health
Mental health
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month 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.
Public health
fromBuzzFeed
1 month ago

First Responders Are Calling Out The "Fatal" Safety Mistakes You Need To Stop Making ASAP

Home medical oxygen increases fire risk; secure and store cylinders properly, avoid ignition sources, and use smoke alarms and warning signs.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Private investigators must be trained to spot signs of domestic abuse and stalking | Letter

Private investigators are being used by perpetrators to locate and surveil victims, undermining safety and requiring statutory regulation, mandatory abuse training, and accountability.
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