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Maine’s State Sen. Matt Harrington brings law enforcement insight to crime prevention debate
#VLEOA #MaineStateSenate #MattHarrington #Maine #ME #MainePolitics #CrimePrevention #LawEnforcement #CommunitySafety #SenateDistrict33 #ReserveOfficer #PublicSafetyPolicy In a recent segment of “In Focus Maine,” State Senator Matt Harrington (R-Sanford) discussed his dual perspective as an elected official and active reserve police officer, offering insights into crime-fighting efforts and policy solutions in his district. Harrington, who represents Senate District 33, highli
Nov 17, 2025


Ready to Serve? Johnson County Sheriff’s Office, Iowa Opens Applications for Reserve Deputies
#VLEOA #JohnsonCounty #JohnsonCountyIowa #JohnsonCountyIA #JohnsonCountySheriff #Iowa #SheriffRecruiting #ReserveDeputy #CommunitySafety #VolunteerLawEnforcement #JoinUsNow The Johnson County Sheriff’s Office in Iowa is ramping up recruitment for its Reserve Deputy unit, inviting committed individuals to volunteer alongside full-time personnel in patrol, traffic control, special events, and community outreach. The role offers flexible hours and training to fit around other em
Nov 13, 2025


Lancashire Special Constables deployed to reports of around 30 youths aiming fireworks at people, receive a barrage of 25 fireworks fired at them.
#VLEOA #CommunitySafety #RespectOurOfficers #Preston #Lancashire #LancashireSpecialConstables #LancashireConstables #LancashireSpecialConstabulary #LancashireConstabulary In Preston, a seemingly routine night took a worrying turn when a group of youths directed approximately 25 fireworks at volunteer officers from Lancashire Constabulary—some exploding dangerously close to the officers and their vehicles. The incident serves as a stark reminder that what begins as mischievou
Oct 29, 2025


🚨 Incredible Bravery in the Line of Duty 🚨
#VLEOA #specialConstable #PoliceHeroes #BritishTransportPolice #BTP #CommunitySafety #FrontlineCourage #SpecialConstabulary #AwardsOfExcellence #UK #GBR #BBC #RadioTwo #BBCRadioTwo #BritishBroadcastingCorporation #BBCFestival #BTPSpecialConstable #Radio2InThePark #PrestonStation #MoorPark In September 2024, British Transport Police Special Constable Gary Blackburn began his shift in Preston expecting a busy day supporting the Radio Two in the Park event. What fo
Oct 27, 2025


Auxiliary Officers Shine: South Simcoe Police Chief Praises Their Service in Semi-Annual Report
#AuxiliaryOfficers #PoliceVolunteers #CommunityPolicing #LawEnforcementSupport #SouthSimcoePolice #AuxiliaryUnit #CommunitySafety ...
Oct 11, 2025


North Tonawanda, NY Increases Police Presence with Auxiliary Support After Shots Fired Incident
#NorthTonawandaPolice #NorthTonawandaAuxilairyPolice #AuxiliaryOfficers #CommunitySafety #VolunteerHeroes #PublicSafety ...
Oct 10, 2025
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