I read an excellent PoliceOne.com article titled “The tale of two videos: A unique training opportunity” written by Officer David Smith, where he discusses two videos that have been making the rounds in the United States. 
In both videos, police officers face off with resistant subjects and the officers resort to using force to try and [...]

Some of our best witnesses in recent months have been citizens who just happen to be in the area when a serious crime takes place.  From a motorist driving by and witnessing an abduction in broad daylight, to a woman on her way to work and seeing masked and armed suspects storm a bank, to the [...]

One of the top stories on the news during the past week has been that of accused murderer Ryan Jenkins and his slain ex-wife.  The story reached international status when Jenkins was thought to have crossed the border into Canada last week.
Then, just an hour ago, the Surrey RCMP held a news conference saying Jenkins [...]

I have been fielding many questions and emails about the recruiting process for the Vancouver Police Department and what the general requirements are to become a police officer.  As a result, the FAQ’s section has more links to the VPD’s Recruiting website where most of those questions can be answered.
Some of the questions I have been asked do [...]

I’m often asked how I’m able to keep doing this job without becoming overly jaded, biased or cynical.
My answer is this - balance.  There is a time for work and a time for play. 
Some days, the last place I want to be is at work. Yet on other days, particularly if it has been busy, I don’t want to [...]