Media MonitorSUBSCRIBE 115092 total results. Showing results 7881 to 7900 «391392393394395396397398399Next ›Last » Police crackdown on organised immigration crime in first multi-agency operation of its kind Organised gangs behind immigration crime were targeted by law enforcement in the first multi-agency operation of its kind across England and Wales. Police Professional 21/10/2025 News Examining the awareness and concerns of nigerians towards community policing, and their willingness to participate using technology Community policing (CP) has been recognized as instrumental in addressing problems of safety worldwide. However, this initiative is of low effect in Nigeria as its practice decreases daily, despite CP technological innovations, reflecting a gap in understanding citizens’ awareness, concerns, and willingness to use technological solutions for community policing engagements. To address this, our study explores Nigerians’ awareness and concerns about CP initiatives, and uncovers insights regarding their willingness to use technology to support the programme. Surveying 1200 participants online from all six geopolitical zones, our findings reveal significant unawareness among citizens regarding key aspects of community policing, despite its potential to reduce crime, improve safety perceptions, and strengthen community-police relationships. Nevertheless, substantial proportions (86%) are willing to use technologies to participate in community policing engagements. This study serves as an initial phase in an ongoing Human Computer Interaction research endeavor focused on exploring the integration of technologies for community policing enhancement in Nigeria. The findings not only inform the trajectory of subsequent research phases but also offer valuable insights for policymakers aiming to enhance law enforcement practices and community engagement strategies in Nigeria. The Police Journal: Theory Practice and Principles 21/10/2025 Research article Bad lieutenants: Off-duty police misconduct and accountability Police officers are granted wide discretionary powers of detention and the use of force. These powers are granted ostensibly out of necessity, so that officers may ensure public safety and maintain law and order. But no other arm of the state bureaucracy elicits as much controversy as the police; frequent revelations of police abuse have prompted long-standing debates about how to identify and mitigate misconduct. There is considerable variation in how states limit and oversee police powers. In this article, I examine one type of variation: the distinction between on-duty vs off-duty misconduct. Some countries restrict police oversight mechanisms to on-duty behavior, whereas oversight in other countries is understood to encompass even off-duty behavior. Although there is a growing literature on police accountability mechanisms, there is no research that addresses whether off-duty abuses of power are covered by these mechanisms. This article addresses this gap by mapping the scope of oversight bodies in 14 economically developed democracies. The data show that approximately 35% of the countries restrict oversight to on-duty activities, whereas 65% of the countries apply a universal approach to oversight by also receiving complaints about off-duty behavior. The article concludes by discussing the implications of off-duty misconduct for how societies understand and regulate abuse of power by the police. International Journal of Police Science & Management - Subscription at source 21/10/2025 Research article Force apologises to family after IOPC finds ‘unacceptable level of service’ following woman’s death Avon and Somerset Constabulary has apologised to the family of Kelly Faiers after an investigation found there were “failings in the force’s response to her death”. Police Professional 21/10/2025 News Addressing the mental health needs of non-sworn crime scene investigators: Vicarious trauma and the consequences of structural neglect Non-sworn crime scene investigators (CSIs) are routinely exposed to violent and traumatic material, yet their mental health needs remain underrecognized and underserved. This commentary draws on peer-reviewed literature documenting vicarious trauma, operational stress, and organizational neglect among forensic professionals and first responders, together with practitioner accounts illustrating barriers in access, cultural fit, and confidentiality. These two evidence streams form the basis for examining gaps in current wellness models. Findings indicate that existing supports—such as Employee Assistance Programs, peer support teams, and debriefings—are inconsistently available to CSIs and often lack cultural relevance, limiting their effectiveness. In response, targeted, agency-level recommendations are outlined: explicitly include CSIs in wellness policies; recruit and train CSI peer supporters; partner with culturally competent clinicians; provide role-specific coping and resilience training; monitor workload and exposure; involve families; and ensure confidential pathways to care. Further emphasis is the need to evaluate these interventions before, during, and after implementation to determine which approaches provide the greatest benefit. Addressing the mental health of non-sworn CSIs is essential to workforce sustainability, investigative quality, and the overall integrity of forensic science. Journal of Forensic Sciences 21/10/2025 Research article Vicarious trauma, burnout, psychological flexibility, and self-care among forensic psychology expert witnesses Constant exposure to trauma survivors can cause secondary trauma, also known as vicarious trauma (VT). Previous research revealed that VT affects psychologists and attorneys, although there is limited research pertaining to VT and psychologists who work in the field of law as expert witnesses. The current study examines the degree to which forensic psychology expert witnesses experience VT as well as the roles of psychological flexibility (PF), self-care, and burnout. Data were obtained from 83 forensic psychology expert witnesses through four self-report measures: Vicarious Trauma Scale, Mindful Self-Care Scale – Brief, Acceptance and Action Questionnaire, and Maslach Burnout Inventory-Human Services Survey. The study found that PF, self-care, and burnout are associated with the severity of VT. It also revealed that PF mediates the relationship between VT and burnout; however, no support was found for self-care mediating the relationship between VT and burnout. It is likely that self-care is subsumed by the construct of PF (as improving one's PF can lead to increases in self-care behavior). Overall, this research underscores the need for forensic psychology expert witnesses to continue fostering their PF and making time for self-care activities to minimize the risk of burnout as the result of VT. Journal of Forensic Sciences 21/10/2025 Research article Interpretation of bloodstain patterns on fabrics This study investigates factors causing distortions in bloodstain patterns on various types of fabric that may be present at crime scenes or worn by individuals involved. The aim was to provide a foundation for interpreting bloodstain evidence through visual comparisons. An experimental design was applied across seven fabric types and one control surface (A4 paper) using a four-stage process to simulate bloodstain formation. Blood droplets were applied to each surface, and the resulting stains were examined both macroscopically and microscopically in terms of their size, shape, and pattern characteristics. The study demonstrated that identical physical impacts produce different stain appearances depending on surface texture and absorbency. These differences can significantly affect the accuracy of reconstructing impact angles or source positions, especially when distortions such as irregular edges or satellite stains are present. Furthermore, the research highlighted specific visual cues that distinguish between spatter, transfer (wiping, smearing), and passive drip patterns, even when they appear similar. A key finding is that experimental bloodstains used for comparative purposes should be produced on the same fabric type to ensure valid interpretation. The study concludes that accurate analysis requires comprehensive consideration of factors, such as fabric material, texture, moisture content, blood properties, and environmental conditions. Journal of Forensic Sciences 21/10/2025 Research article Family law shift hailed as victory for children facing domestic abuse ‘Groundbreaking’ repeal of presumption of parental involvement in England and Wales ‘will ensure courts place safety of children above all else’ The Guardian 21/10/2025 News Former chief constable Nick Adderley faces charges of fraud and misconduct in public office The former chief constable of Northamptonshire Police will appear in court next month charged with fraud and misconduct in public office. Police Professional 21/10/2025 News Ex-police chief charged with fraud and misconduct A former chief constable has been charged with fraud and misconduct in public office after allegedly lying about his military career. BBC 21/10/2025 News ‘Multiple police failings’ in murder investigation A police force provided an "unacceptable" level of service to the family of a woman thought to have been killed by her sex offender partner, a watchdog says. BBC 21/10/2025 News Met halts static LFR cameras pilot as it has ‘run out of officers to respond to alerts’ Technology lead also points to need to use LFR to monitor more offender release condition breaches. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 21/10/2025 News Avon and Somerset service ‘unacceptable’ after failings in response to woman’s death The Independent Office for Police Conduct (IOPC) found the level of service provided to the family of Kelly Faiers was unacceptable, with failings in Avon and Somerset Police (ASP)'s response to her death. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 21/10/2025 News King Charles holds private meeting with GMP chief after thanking officers over synagogue attack The King expressed his sadness when he met survivors of the Manchester synagogue attack during a visit to the congregation to deliver his sympathy in person. Police Oracle - Subscription at source 21/10/2025 News Regina Police launch controlled environment to counter online transaction crime CANADA: The Regina Police Service (RPS) is addressing the rising incidence of crimes related to online marketplace purchases by launching a new “Safe Transaction Zone”. Blue Line (Canada) 21/10/2025 News Sarnia Police Service advocates for new $91M headquarters CANADA: The Sarnia Police Service (SPS) is pushing for a new, purpose-built headquarters, asserting that the current structure fails to meet modern policing demands, especially regarding legislative compliance and the health and safety of officers and detainees. Blue Line (Canada) 21/10/2025 News 1,700 young people in Cork referred to Garda youth diversion scheme since start of 2023 REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: The programme, which aims to prevent young offenders and children involved in anti-social behaviour committing further offences and entering the adult criminal justice system, received 20% additional funding in Budget 2026. Echo Live (Republic of Ireland) 21/10/2025 News Minister Jim O’Callaghan secures Government approval to progress the Criminal Law (Sexual Offences, Domestic Violence and International Instruments) Bill 2025 REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: The Minister for Justice, Home Affairs and Migration, Jim O’Callaghan, today secured Government approval for the drafting of legislation to establish a publicly accessible Domestic Violence Register of Judgements to be published by the Courts Service. Government of Ireland 21/10/2025 News Serious public disorder and assaults on members of An Garda Síochána, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford – 17th & 19th October 2025 REPUBLIC OF IRELAND: An Garda Síochána is investigating serious public disorder in Dungarvan from October 17th to 19th, 2025, during which seven Garda members were assaulted and injured in three separate, violent incidents. An Garda Síochána 21/10/2025 News From scams to Ponzi schemes – why fraud detection needs AI-enabled open-source intelligence Fraud is rising fast in the UK, fuelled by scams and schemes that thrive on social media. In this article, Fivecast’s David Janson examines why investigators need AI-powered open-source intelligence to uncover hidden networks and stay ahead of increasingly organised criminals. Policing Insight 21/10/2025 Advertisement, Feature «391392393394395396397398399Next ›Last » Upcoming events View all events
