Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 103159 total results. Showing results 72061 to 72080 «360036013602360336043605360636073608Next ›Last » Why Geographic Information Systems in Spatiotemporal Crime Analysis? Attitude of Kenyan Police Officers Security management is becoming complex in today’s society due to increased transnational crimes, which are enhanced by technological advancements. To address this challenge, police agencies need to continuously adopt and effectively apply more innovative decision-support tools in policing. Kenyan police officers are however still using push-pins on paper-maps to analyze crime. The goal of this study was therefore to determine how crime is documented, mapped and analyzed in Kenya, and to assess Kenyan police officers’ attitudes toward adoption of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in spatiotemporal crime analysis. A descriptive survey targeting 120 police officers was carried out at the Kenya National Police Service (NPS) headquarters in Nairobi. Only 94 subjects (78%) of the targeted sample responded to the study. The study reveals that crime recording by NPS is done on paper-based occurrence books (OBs), statistical analysis is executed on Ms Excel and spatial analysis is performed using paper-maps. Among the respondents, 70% believed GIS technology would be useful in spatiotemporal crime analysis while 57% were uncertain the technology would be easy to use. Police Practice and Research - Registration at source 13/11/2019 Research article A Systematic Review of Mental Health Symptoms in Police Officers Following Extreme Traumatic Exposures In addition to high-risk and high-stress events that police officers routinely encounter, many are also exposed to extreme traumatic exposures or disasters caused by nature (eg. Hurricanes) and human action (e.g., terrorist attacks or plane crashes). These exposures can result in a variety of adverse reactions including post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), acute stress disorder, major depressive disorder and anxiety disorders. Understanding and accurately measuring the burden of disease arising from involvement in extreme events, on policing organizations and individual police officers is critical for policy makers and those who plan and deliver services. This systematic review synthesizes existing research on large-scale disasters, in order to further our understanding of how extreme events impact the mental health of police officers. The results found variability in the reported rates of mental disorder; however, there are some clear trends. Overall, the rates of PTSD among police officers that are consistently lower than those of civilians affected by the same disaster, and are lower than other occupations. Police Practice and Research - Registration at source 13/11/2019 Research article Policing and Prosecuting Sexual Assault: An Examination of Arrest and Initial Filing Decisions in Cases Involving Adolescent Complainants Sexual assault case processing has steadily received increased attention from scholars, with promising implications for the criminal justice system. Despite this increase in attention, however, there remains a dearth of literature addressing adolescent sexual assault case processing. Moreover, the few studies that have examined adolescent sexual assault case processing have resulted in inconsistent findings. The present study addresses this gap in sexual assault case processing literature by using adolescent sexual assault case files from Los Angeles County to assess the decision-making factors that influence arrest (N = 205) and initial charge filing (N = 152). Results indicate that decisions to arrest and file initial charges in adolescent sexual assault cases are influenced by similar factors: victim cooperation, physical evidence, prompt reporting, and victim age. Exceptions include suspect age and victim credibility, which only influenced arrest decision making. Theoretical, policy, and practice implications are discussed. Justice Quarterly - Registration at source 13/11/2019 Research article Almost 900 assaults on emergency service workers reported in 12 months Hundreds of emergency workers were attacked in South Wales in the 12 months since new legislation introduced stricter sentences for those who assault blue-light workers. Wales 24/7 13/11/2019 News Thirty years on, has the Children Act changed family life for the better? Politicians, social workers, parents and legal experts discuss whether the far-reaching act has been successful at putting children’s interests first The Guardian 13/11/2019 Analysis, Feature Flick knives for a fiver – the deadly Chinese blades destined for our streets Criminals and teenagers are buying the weapons online for pocket money prices. Police are intercepting them in the post Manchester Evening News 13/11/2019 News Public inquiry to examine if ‘race played a part’ in Sheku Bayoh death The Scottish government has launched a statutory public inquiry into the circumstances leading up to and following a 2015 death in police custody. Police Professional 13/11/2019 News End indefinite jail terms, say campaigners Campaigners have called for new legislation to end Imprisonment for Public Protection (IPP) sentences. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 13/11/2019 News Met Commissioner pays tribute to Lord Bramall who has died aged 95 Cressida Dick says she apologised to him for the 'great damage' Operation Midland inflicted on D-Day veteran and his family. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 13/11/2019 News MI6 chief warns the world is at its most dangerous since the end of the Cold War Sir Alex Younger's discussion marks the first time that a serving chief of MI6 had given a recorded interview. Sky News 13/11/2019 Feature, Opinion Rogue drones: Will the new Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Strategy help reduce the threat? Last month's publication of the Government's Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Strategy is a welcome step towards tackling the increasing menace of rogue drones, but is the police service in a position to deliver its objectives? Policing Insight contributor Andrew Staniforth takes a closer look. Policing Insight - Subscription at source 13/11/2019 Analysis Met officer regrets threatening media over leaked cables Britain’s most senior counterterrorism officer has admitted that he should not have publicly threatened journalists with prosecution over leaked cables from the former ambassador to the US. The Times - Subscription at source 13/11/2019 News Prime time for burglaries yet a fifth of victims don’t call the police One in three UK adults have been a victim of neighbourhood crime, according to a new report out from Manchester based Co-op Insurance and Neighbourhood Watch. AboutManchester 12/11/2019 Feature, Opinion Justice Secretary announces public inquiry into police custody death Inquiry to 'establish role man's race may have played in his death' Scottish Parliament told. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 12/11/2019 News “Alexa, what’s my flash briefing?” Through the new Dorset Police Flash Briefing skill for Amazon Alexa members of the public can now access free daily updates with the latest news and appeals delivered straight from the Force’s Media Office into their home. Dorset Police 12/11/2019 News Hong Kong protests: ‘special police’ unit will be unveiled this week to ease pressure on embattled force, sources say Elite unit of 80, sourced mainly from prison riot team, set to be deployed to safeguard key sites in city South China Morning Post 12/11/2019 News Counterterror police chief denies undermining press freedom over Sir Kim Darroch leaks Assistant Commissioner Neil Basu says he 'regrets the impact' of statement warning of potential prosecution over the diplomatic cables which revealed the ambassador's thoughts on Donald Trump The Independent 12/11/2019 News Super-complaint to claim police forces allowing officers to abuse partners without fear of arrest or prosecution A "super-complaint" is to be launched against a number of police forces alleging systemic failings are allowing male officers to escape investigation for domestic abuse. ITV News 12/11/2019 News HMICS launches consultation for Scrutiny Plan 2020-21 Each year HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) sets out its Scrutiny Plan outlining how HMICS will meet its statutory purpose to inquire into the state, efficiency and effectiveness of both the Police Service of Scotland (‘Police Scotland’) and the Scottish Police Authority. HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland (HMICS) 12/11/2019 News Police violence scandal: 59 brave police officers attacked every day Police on Britain’s streets are being attacked every two-and-a-half hours, despite a crackdown on assaults on emergency workers Express 12/11/2019 News «360036013602360336043605360636073608Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
