Police ride bikes to call. Somebody slashes their tires.

GUELPH POLICE SERVICE ************************* On August 12th, 2017, at approximately 7:25 p.m., Guelph Police "H.E.A.T" officers responded to a call for service at an address on Carden Street Guelph. While officers were dealing with the call, an unknown party...

Deputy fires at Tanger Outlets shoplifting suspect during chase in Delaware County

by MEGHAN MATTHEWS, WBNS 10TV, August 10, 2017 A woman caught stealing at the Tanger Outlets in Delaware County is being charged with several crimes, including robbery. The incident led to a police chase and shots fired on Tuesday night. Police say...

Northumberland OPP has a new bike patrol unit

Officers will use two specialized bikes to patrol trails, parks, and community events By kawartha NOW, August 9, 2017 [Police bicycle patrols have been an effective enforcement tool in policing urban environments as well as at special events such as parades...

Jacksonville police to start bike patrol following increase in burglaries

By Francesca Washington, Multi-Media Journalist KLTV, August 8, 2017 JACKSONVILLE, TX (KLTV) - A rise in summer burglaries inspired one East Texas police department to add to their patrol units. They've got two fewer wheels than your typical police patrol...

King County NAACP Decries Officers Riding Behind Families of Police Shooting Victims at Umoja Fest

by Ana Sofia Knauf, The Stranger, Aug 8, 2017 Festival-goers celebrating Umoja Fest raised concerns when a group of Seattle police officers rode their bikes directly behind a group of families impacted by police violence.COURTESY OF SHELEY SECREST On August 5,...

Paramedics may bike to eclipse emergencies

Two wheels could be the fastest way to reach people who need help during the dark day. By Emily Mieure, August 9, 2017, Jackson Hole News & Guide Photo:  Firefighter/EMT-Intermediate Wendy Blair checks the pack on one of two EMS...

Demonstrators and police square off, but cool heads prevail in peaceful march for Tensing retrial

by Jake Ryle, WCPO Staff, July 8, 2017 CINCINNATI -- Demonstrators and Cincinnati police had a face-to-face confrontation at one point, but cool heads prevailed and hundreds continued to march loudly but peacefully Saturday night calling for another trial for...

At Fitchburg program, officers trained in pedal power

By Paula J. Owen, August 4, 2017, The Telegram  FITCHBURG MA – When 26-year-old Karla A. St. Laurent found out that her employer, Fitchburg State University, was hosting bike training for police officers, the fresh-out-of-the-academy patrolman said she quickly raised her...

University Police bike training focused on mobility, officer approachability

By Kristina Karisch, Reporter, the Daily Northwestern, August 5, 2017 University Police conducted another bicycle training course for eight officers this past week in hopes of increasing the unit’s mobility and sustainability. Four UP officers, as well as four from...

Watertown Police Relaunch Bike Patrol Unit

By Justin Schecker, NBC CT, August 7, 2017 Watertown CT – Some Watertown police officers will now be patrolling on two wheels instead of squad cars.  The bike patrol unit is making a comeback after nearly 20 years thanks to a...