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Roman: Police work is full of head-scratching moments
“You can’t make this stuff up.” That’s a saying in police work that everyone can relate to. It’s a simple…
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Roman: An officer’s funeral is unforgettable life lesson
I think of my family every time I hear about a police officer being killed in the line of duty.…
Vargas: National Police Week a poignant reminder of real threats officers face every day
It is a tragic irony National Police Week should start with the death of two police officers in Hattiesburg, Miss.…
Roman: Don’t let carelessness take a life away
How important is traffic safety to you? How many people were killed in the time it took you to watch…
Vargas: High-profile cases corroding public trust
The announcement that six Baltimore police officers were charged with crimes ranging from murder to false arrest in the death…
BTB Radio: Body cameras good for police and the public
In this week’s Behind the Badge Radio podcast, law enforcement veterans Kevin Von Luft and Steven Wolf talked about the…
Guest column from CSP director: O.C. law enforcement a model in aiding victims of crime
“I forgive.” Those two words might be the most difficult for any victim of violence to say. Yet, award-winning author…
Vargas: Legitimate concerns of peaceful protesters lost in chaos of riot
What started as a peaceful demonstration regarding the death of Freddie Gray while in police custody quickly deteriorated into a…
Roman: Body-worn camera recorded more than expected
A few weekends ago was the first time I ever used my Taser body worn camera (BWC). It was an…
Roman: Finally, the ‘Green Mist’ of Chino Hills explained
Was there a local legend where you grew up that no one could explain? Was there a spot that was…