Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 102722 total results. Showing results 4301 to 4320 «212213214215216217218219220Next ›Last » Don’t bump Mounties from border patrol role, RCMP union tells Ottawa CANADA: The union representing front-line Mounties wants Ottawa to dismiss any notion of shifting border security responsibilities away from the RCMP. Blue Line (Canada) 6/3/2025 News GSOC notified of discharge of ‘less lethal device’ during Garda pursuit of stolen JCB digger REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: The ‘managed Garda pursuit’ travelled through Tullow, Carlow, Ballon and Castledermot in Co Kildare. Irish Independent (Republic of Ireland) 6/3/2025 News Ballivor residents say lack of visible garda presence leaves them a target for travelling gangs of criminals REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: A protest over the lack of garda presence in Ballivor prompted by a spate of burglaries in the locality last week took place outside Ballivor Garda Station on Saturday. Meath Chronicle (Republic of Ireland) 6/3/2025 News Two JCBs, four Garda cars and a helicopter involved in Co Carlow chase REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: Garda Ombudsman notified of the use of ‘a less-lethal device’ used to end pursuit. The Irish Times (Republic of Ireland) 6/3/2025 News Chatbots in eyewitness interviews: perceived usefulness and ease of use drive intent to use conversational agent This study aims to examine how lay persons’ perceived usefulness and ease of use of chatbots influence their intention to use one in an eyewitness interviewing setting, while considering trait anxiety, trust in police and prior experience in chatbots use. Dutch citizens (N = 183) completed a survey consisting of scales measuring chatbot-related perceived usefulness, chatbot-related perceived ease of use, trait anxiety, trust in the police and prior experience in chatbot use. Perceived usefulness and ease of use were found to significantly influence chatbot use intention during investigative interviews. Social anxiety moderated the relationship between ease of use and chatbot use intention, where higher anxiety reduced the likelihood of adoption. Trust in police and prior experience in chatbot use had no moderating effect. Psychological factors play an important part in using technological tools to collect information from eyewitnesses. Further research is needed to explore how other psychological factors and different levels of interaction with chatbots may affect their use in investigative contexts. These findings address the importance of perceived use and social anxiety in improving chatbot integration in investigative interviews, enhancing resource efficiency in police work. This paper highlights that eyewitnesses might display individual preferences based on psychological determinants. Taking these into account may help improve reporting conditions and, therefore, reporting quality. This study pioneers the application of the Technology Acceptance Model in the context of chatbot-aided eyewitness interviews, highlighting the crucial role of societal and psychological factors in technology acceptance within legal and investigative settings. Journal of Criminal Psychology - Subscription at source 6/3/2025 Research article Chief McBride: ‘Many now see policing as one chapter of their career – we need to adapt to this cultural shift’ As he approaches the first-year anniversary of taking up the top job with Saskatoon Police Service, Chief Cameron McBride spoke to Policing Insight’s Christine Townsend about his 28 years with the Service, the inward focus on wellness and support for officers, the importance of community engagement, and the social, technological and retention challenges facing modern policing. Policing Insight - Subscription at source 6/3/2025 Feature, Interview Investigation finds officers treated man ‘appropriately’ prior to death in custody South Wales Police officers dealt with a man who died after being taken into custody “in line with policies and procedures”, an investigation by the Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) has found. Police Professional 6/3/2025 News Gross misconduct proven against former Bedfordshire Police officer A former Bedfordshire Police officer who failed to take adequate steps to safeguard a woman after concerns were raised for her welfare, would have been dismissed for gross misconduct had he not already resigned, a disciplinary panel has found. Police Professional 6/3/2025 News An Evaluation of a Major Expansion in Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Technology Automated license plate readers (ALPRs) are one of the most recent technological advancements that have rapidly diffused across US law enforcement. However, empirical research on ALPRs has not kept pace with their diffusion as there have only been a few rigorous evaluations of the technology’s effectiveness in addressing crime. This study builds on the scant research base by performing both a process- and impact-evaluation of a major ALPR technology expansion in the Atlantic City (NJ) Police Department (ACPD), which is located on a barrier island. A Smart Policing Initiative (SPI) grant allowed the department to buy and install stationary/fixed ALPRs on all entrances and exits to scan every moving vehicle in and out of the city’s jurisdiction. We explored the project’s challenges and implementation fidelity, plus the technology’s impact on investigations and clearance rates for shooting incidents as well as whether the technology expansion was associated with crime reduction. Descriptive statistics, bivariate associations and interrupted time-series analyses found that use of the technology may be more siloed in certain investigative units rather than for patrol functions. While the ALPR expansion did not reduce violent crime, it was associated with reductions in shootings, motor vehicle thefts, and property crime. Justice Evaluation Journal 6/3/2025 Research article Pre-Arrest Diversion-To-Treatment for Adults with Substance Use Disorder: Health Outcomes and Predictors of Program Completion Untreated addiction is often associated with criminal justice involvement. Pre-arrest diversion programs are increasingly popular, despite limited evidence. We implemented Madison Addiction Recovery Initiative (MARI), a law enforcement-led diversion-to-treatment program, for adults with eligible, drug use-related crime, and evaluated MARI’s impact on health outcomes. One-hundred-sixty participants completed clinical assessments at baseline, with 100 completing the six-month program (“Completers”) and clinical assessments, and 60 not completing the program (“Non-Completers”). One-way ANOVA and chi-square tests compared baseline characteristics between Completers and Non-Completers, with differing characteristics entered into a logistic regression model assessing the baseline predictors of program completion. At baseline, 75.0% reported opioid use, and 34.9% were involved in addiction treatment. Compared to baseline, Completers reduced depression, anxiety, and addiction severity scores, and increased their rate of treatment with medications for opioid use disorder (p Justice Evaluation Journal 6/3/2025 Research article EU and Brazil sign international agreement to fight organised crime and terrorism EUROPE: The European Union (EU) and Brazil have signed an agreement that strengthens the partnership between Europol and Brazilian law enforcement, enabling the exchange of operational information. This milestone will bolster joint efforts in tackling serious organised crime and terrorism, reinforcing security on both sides of the Atlantic. Europol 6/3/2025 News Journalists no longer bracketed with criminals in police guidance College of Policing counter-corruption guidance changed three years after complaint made. Press Gazette 6/3/2025 News Police partner with intelligence platform to tackle shoplifting Devon and Cornwall has recently entered into a new partnership with Auror, a software development company, to strengthen its response to organised retail crime. The Auror platform provides critical intelligence to enable our teams to better fulfil their policing priorities and help identify prolific offenders so we can remove them from our streets and help protect businesses against shoplifting. Dawlish Gazette 6/3/2025 News Victory for media as police change guidance equating journalists with extremists Reporters were previously grouped with criminals and suspects as corruption risk to officers The Telegraph - Subscription at source 6/3/2025 News Victory for media as police change guidance equating journalists with extremists Reporters were previously grouped with criminals and suspects as corruption risk to officers The Telegraph - Subscription at source 6/3/2025 News Bespoke custody facility designed for child detainees ‘not being used by arresting officers’ Staff at two custody centres in Glasgow also complained about 'invisible management' as several senior officers within the custody division worked from home. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 6/3/2025 News Police unit dubbed ‘authoritarian censor’ A national policing unit has been criticised for telling local forces to block the release of information under laws designed to safeguard the public's right to know. The National Police Chiefs' Council (NPCC) has advised forces not to reveal information on topics including the use of banned surveillance software and the spread of super-strength drugs, the BBC has found. BBC 6/3/2025 News ‘Negligent and incompetent’: Police Commissioner Michael Murphy the ‘senior public officer’ ICAC found engaged in improper conduct AUSTRALIA: Police Commissioner Michael Murphy is the “senior public officer” the ICAC found engaged in improper conduct by hiring a mate for a senior role in the NT Police, but he has refused to resign, despite the findings that his actions amounted to “negligence and incompetence”. NT Independent (Australia) 6/3/2025 News WA Police enhance Apple CarPlay with ANPR technology The Western Australia Police Force has broadened its collaboration with Motorola Solutions by integrating automatic number plate recognition (ANPR) capabilities into its Apple CarPlay systems. This extension means that over 80 police vehicles are now equipped with the PSCore mobile app's functionality, enabling real-time alerts and voice notifications when vehicles of interest are detected by ANPR systems. WA Police Superintendent Dean Snashall stated, "Real-time ANPR data helps to ensure that front-line officers are more aware of potential risks and able to make better decisions." He added, "This latest evolution of Motorola Solutions' PSCore application helps our officers to document incidents faster and more accurately, freeing more of their time to protect our communities." The decision to incorporate ANPR via the PSCore app within Apple CarPlay aims to streamline the technology in use without the need for additional hardware such as screens and brackets. Snashall noted the simplicity of the deployment, highlighting how it aids in faster and better-informed investigations across the state. Security Brief (Australia) 6/3/2025 News Durham PCC approves Chief Constable contract extension PCC says contract extension will provide 'stable leadership' amid ongoing funding challenges. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 6/3/2025 News «212213214215216217218219220Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
