Firings overturned for 5 Philly LEOs; Texas removes age cap for LE candidates 

Titan submersible disaster: LE takeaways. June 22, 2023 | [View as webpage]( | Too many emails? [Update Subscription Preferences]( Dear Police1 Member, In Police1’s third annual State of the Industry survey we focused on the one issue impacting every agency in the country: officer recruitment and retention. Many of the 4,141 respondents reported that while they find fulfillment in their jobs because they are helping people, they also face high frustration due to public and political scrutiny. The challenge lies in how police leaders can retain this "lost generation" and appeal to future patrol officers. This is just one of the issues our panel of experts will address [during a live event]( on June 27 sponsored by [Utility](. [Register now]( to learn about key findings from the survey including: - The impact of short staffing on patrol officers and the community - How officers are actively discouraging people from joining law enforcement - The measures agencies are taking to attract more recruits - The steps police leaders can immediately take to improve officer morale Can't make the date? [Register anyway]( and we will send you a recording of the event. Stay safe, — The Police1 Team [Videos show officer being ambushed, shooting of 2nd officer later same day]( Denver Police Chief Ron Thomas, who has been with the department for 34 years, said he couldn’t recall two officers being shot separately on the same day [Watch: Calif. deputies rescue woman kidnapped at gunpoint]( [Firings overturned for 5 Philly officers fired over social media posts]( [Charges dropped against 2 of 3 suspects in killing of Chicago police officer]( [Texas removes age limit for law enforcement candidates]( [Md. Supreme Court imposes limits on ballistics evidence used to link guns to crimes]( [ ] [ ] [ ] LEARNING FROM TRAGEDY [Why are warnings often unheeded?]( By Gordon Graham What public safety can learn from the Titan submersible disaster [How many funerals does it take? Preventing tragedy in public safety]( By Terry Miyauchi Part of being a good manager is watching for personal traits, distractions and other concerns that might lead to line-of-duty deaths [ ] [ ] [ ] [Making continuing education affordable through cost savings and scholarships]( [ ] University of Cincinnati Online's programs in criminal justice can advance your career more affordably than before. [Enhance your education]( [ ] [ ] WEBINAR [Criminal and non-criminal barricade response: Understanding tactics, decision-making and the law]( Tactical and legal experts share best practices to avoid unnecessary violent confrontations OFFICER SAFETY [Curb-sitting: Evidence-based tactic or illusion of safety?]( By Force Science Institute Little empirical evidence guides us on how much time is necessary to create an adequate reactionary gap [Research: Why 21 feet is not a ‘safe’ distance]( By William L. Sandel, Ph.D. Key officer safety takeaways from a multiphase study that put the 21-foot rule to the test Sponsored Content [Grants funding opportunities for your agency]( Learn the best practices in researching and applying for grants. FEATURED JOB [MPD Entry-Level & Lateral Officer Positions Available]( Apply Today! FEATURED JOB [Work where everyone wants to live!]( Apply Now! [Police1]( does not send unsolicited messages. You are receiving this email because you are a Police1 member and subscribed to this newsletter. If you do not want to receive this newsletter, you can [opt-out here](. If you no longer wish to receive any email messages from Police1, [click here to unsubscribe]( from all mailings. Copyright © 2023 Lexipol. 2611 Internet Blvd., Ste. 100, Frisco, TX 75034.