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Stamford Advocate Police News
Stamford man may get charge dismissed in friend's fatal stabbing at Christmas party
11/20/2024
The Stamford man could get a disorderly conduct charge dismissed if he successfully completes a probation program.
Son accused of killing New Canaan dad in Irish hotel remains held in prison on murder charge
11/19/2024
A New York man accused of killing his Connecticut father remains held in an Ireland prison.
Stamford mom may get plea deal in death of 2-year-old found buried in Cummings Park, prosecutor says
11/19/2024
The body of the 2-year-old boy was found buried in a Connecticut park in January 2023.
Vehicle stolen at Darien car wash by masked thieves recovered in NY, police say
11/19/2024
Darien police say a 19-year-old was arrested after the stolen BMW was recovered in New York City.
2 people seriously hurt in Stamford crash on Bridge Street, police say
11/19/2024
Stamford police said two people had to be extricated after a car crash on Bridge Street Monday night.
Family of Stamford pastor struck and killed by ex-cop cannot disqualify judge, court rules
11/18/2024
The family of a Connecticut pastor who was struck and killed by a former police officer claims the judge has a conflict of interest.
Stamford Advocate Local News
Stamford residents demand city reopen Glenbrook Community Center: 'That's how people come together'
11/20/2024
City officials, Stamford residents and members of the Board of Representative's packed the Union Memorial Congregation Church with a shared sentiment: They wanted the Glenbrook Community Center back.
Stamford man may get charge dismissed in friend's fatal stabbing at Christmas party
11/20/2024
The Stamford man could get a disorderly conduct charge dismissed if he successfully completes a probation program.
Stamford unveils new city-run rideshare program StamForward, with free service for limited time
11/20/2024
StamForward will be run by Stamford and will eventually cost $1.75 for an individual ride.
North Stamford earthquake caused no reported damage or injuries, mayor says
11/19/2024
The earthquake caused an audible boom in North Stamford Monday morning, days after residents in the area reported hearing other similar booms.
Son accused of killing New Canaan dad in Irish hotel remains held in prison on murder charge
11/19/2024
A New York man accused of killing his Connecticut father remains held in an Ireland prison.
Stamford mom may get plea deal in death of 2-year-old found buried in Cummings Park, prosecutor says
11/19/2024
The body of the 2-year-old boy was found buried in a Connecticut park in January 2023.
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Video: Fla. LEOs tend to injured colleagues after distracted driver crashes into 3 cruisers
11/19/2024
The driver was allegedly watching a movie on his phone when he failed to move out of closed lanes and ran into Lee County Sheriff’s Office cruisers at a high rate of speed
BWC: Man tries to flee in stolen vehicle during traffic stop before OIS
11/19/2024
Newark PD officers were detaining the passenger of the vehicle when the driver emerged from a convenience store, climbed into the Porsche and tried to drive away
Video: Homicide suspect points gun at Minn. officers before OIS
11/19/2024
St. Paul officers found the man, who has been charged in the fatal shooting of a woman and her unborn child, armed and riding a bicycle before the incident occurred
Video: Ohio officer pulls man from flaming truck after crash
11/18/2024
Columbus Officer Gloria West, who has been with the department for about a year, ran toward the flames to rescue the man
BWC: Mich. man attempts to flee on lawnmower, pulls gun on officer before accidentally shooting himself
11/18/2024
Video shows a Jackson County Sheriff’s deputy stunning a man with a TASER after the man retrieved a weapon; the man then shot himself in the hand
Video: Man hurls ax at Mass. State Police cruiser during recruit's field training
11/18/2024
The troopers were praised for de-escalating the incident after the suspect threatened to "kill corrections officers and...first responders broadly," MSP stated
Public Safety Labor News
Ohio Security Guard’s “All Lives Splatter” Meme Protected By The First Amendment
11/08/2024
Eric Noble worked as a security guard at the Cincinnati & Hamilton County Library for a little over two years. On May 26, 2020, Noble shared a widely disseminated meme on Facebook. It depicted figures being maimed or running to escape from being maimed by a large automobile, with the words “ALL LIV
City Manager Free To Reject Findings And Recommendations Of Arbitrator
11/08/2024
Sergio Ramirez began his tenure as a police officer in the California City of Indio Police Department in 2005. In August 2016, Ramirez was charged with rape and two additional counts of sexual assault of his 18-year-old niece. The City of Indio placed Ramirez on administrative leave, asked him to t
Arizona Supreme Court Invalidates Union Leave Benefit As Improper Gift
11/08/2024
Although this case does not directly involve a public safety union, it is a cautionary tale for public sector employers and the unions with whom they negotiate. AFSCME Local 2384 represents the unsworn personnel of the City of Phoenix, Arizona. The Local 2384 represents workers across several units
Firefighter’s Lawsuit Against Insurer For Denial Of Gender Affirming Care May Proceed
11/08/2024
Jane Doe is the pseudonym of a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania firefighter, who was employed by the City for over 30 years. Doe came out as a transgender woman late in her career and sought pre-authorization for facial feminization surgery from her City-provided health insurance. She had earlier been dia
Pre-Discipline Notice Need Not Explain Reason For Termination Rather Than Suspension
11/08/2024
On January 26, 2018, Officer Erik Andrade of the Milwaukee Police Department was part of a group of officers who forcibly arrested Milwaukee Bucks player Sterling Brown. Brown was arrested with force and was shocked with a Taser. Andrade transported him to the police station after his arrest. Late
Michigan County Liable For Adopting Unofficial Policy To “Get” CO
11/08/2024
James Stanley was a correctional sergeant in Macomb County, Michigan, serving under Sheriff Anthony Wickersham and Undersheriff Elizabeth Darga. Wickersham was elected in 2012, and Stanley had supported Wickersham’s opponent. In 2016, Wickersham ordered Stanley’s demotion from sergeant to correctio