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Study: Reducing proactive policing could reduce major crime

by Brian Seay

Researchers looked at data from the NYPD during a slowdown a few years ago and cross referenced that with major crime complaints submitted by residents.

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ShotSpotter gunfire detection service expands in 7 new cities

by Chris Eger

The publicly-traded California-based gunshot location service announced this week they have expanded their reach to over 90 jurisdictions with the addition of several new contracts.

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In Venezuela, Maduro puts Mosins on parade in show of force (PHOTOS)

by Chris Eger

Ordered into the streets by Defense Minister Vladimir Padrino Lopez, forces loyal to President Nicolas Maduro's government drilled with some very well cared for WWII-era rifles.

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On the edge of anarchy, Venezuela has 5,000 shoulder-mounted missiles

by Brian Seay

Venezuela, a country devolving into anarchy, has a significant cache of the Russian-made missiles - a weapon of choice for insurgents worldwide.

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SOCOM considers performance enhancing drugs in super soldier endeavor

by Brian Seay

Performance enhancing drugs are not off the table as U.S. Special Operations Command works to boost the physical and mental abilities of soldiers.

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Richmond police want ShotSpotter over body cams in proposed budget

by Brian Seay

Police in Richmond, Virginia may soon get a gunfire detection system that’s seeing mixed results in cities nationwide.

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