-
Archives
- September 2026
- August 2026
- July 2026
- June 2026
- February 2026
- October 2025
- May 2025
- January 2025
- January 2020
- July 2019
- January 2019
- March 2018
- March 2017
- November 2016
- September 2016
- July 2016
- June 2016
- May 2016
- April 2016
- March 2016
- February 2016
- January 2016
- December 2015
- November 2015
- October 2015
- September 2015
- August 2015
- July 2015
- June 2015
- May 2015
- April 2015
- March 2015
- February 2015
- January 2015
- December 2014
- November 2014
- October 2014
- September 2014
- August 2014
- July 2014
- June 2014
- May 2014
- April 2014
- March 2014
- February 2014
- January 2014
- December 2013
- November 2013
- October 2013
- September 2013
- August 2013
- July 2013
- June 2013
- May 2013
- April 2013
- March 2013
- February 2013
- January 2013
- December 2012
- November 2012
- October 2012
- September 2012
- August 2012
- July 2012
- June 2012
- May 2012
- April 2012
- March 2012
- February 2012
- January 2012
- December 2011
-
Meta
Category Archives: Uncategorized
Does Your Police Uniform Look Professional?
When did we lose the spit and polish? As a rookie, I was taught a tight police uniform garnered respect. Brass and nameplate properly placed, gig line met, “cables” cut, shined leather duty belt and boots. “Uniform” means we all look correct. Sadly, things have changed over the decades. When I retired, the chief said he had drawn a line in the sand. Concessions had been made for some visible non-offensive tattoos, but all the other trendy style changes the officers desired were off the table. No sleeve tattoos, outer vests, beards, or ball caps for street officers. So I had my retirement party and parted ways. And then things … Continue reading
Posted in Humor, Misc., Street, Uncategorized
Leave a comment
Yes, It’s Florida Snow
From the Florida Highway Patrol: “Important Reminder: If you do not need to be on the road, stay safe and stay home! Snow, sleet, and ice can impact the roads and your ability to drive safely, especially if you are not used to the conditions, as many Floridians are.” Be safe out there. And warm. Randall
Posted in Uncategorized
Leave a comment
Old and New Rides
This is not my photo, but it mirrors my career. I started out in a 1985 Dodge Diplomat squad car, like the one on the right. My latest cruiser was a Ford Interceptor, shown on the left. For me, it has been a 37 year wild ride from patrol officer to command staff and major’s clusters. Technology has progressed from Smith & Wesson Model 64 revolvers to Sig Sauer P320 semi-autos. As a rookie, I never thought I would be in SWAT or K9 or detective division. My career has been a dream job I could not have imagined. Randall
Posted in Uncategorized
Leave a comment
Throwback to the 1990’s Ford Mustang SSP
Automobile Magazine recently published an article about the 1990-era Ford Mustang Special Service Police packages that were sold to New York State Police, California Highway Patrol, Florida Highway Patrol, and other law enforcement agencies. My local sheriff had some and I remember them roaring past us in
Posted in Uncategorized
Leave a comment
Latest Fentanyl Alert from the DEA
https://www.dea.gov/video_clips/Fentanyl%20Roll%20Call%20Video.mp4 This is a three minute video from the DEA on the hazards of handling fentanyl. Two New Jersey detectives give their version of a scary close call at about 50 seconds in. Stay safe. Randall
Posted in Uncategorized
2 Comments
Orlando Suffers Terror Attack
It was with great sorrow that I awoke this morning and read of the worst mass shooting in U.S. history in Orlando. At this time there are fifty dead and at least as many wounded. I have friends at both the Orlando Police Department and the Orange County Sheriff’s Office and I am certain the officers and deputies responded with bravery. Only Friday, OPD arrived at the shooting of a pop star and subsequent suicide of her murderer. Twice this weekend, OPD Chief John Mina has stood before the press to deliver devastating news. The circumstances of the Pulse nightclub massacre quickly indicated the influence of radical Islam. ISIS later … Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
2 Comments
Next Generation CAT Tourniquet
North American Rescue is updating their popular Combat Application Tourniquet (CAT). The graphic above displays the new features. A strengthened windlass rod, clip, and strap address the issue of high torque when the unit is applied correctly. As we found during TCCC training earlier in the year, dual routing of the strap through the buckle is better, but a little difficult with one hand since the strap has trouble sliding. The new single routed buckle with teeth should help preloading and administering the CAT in all conditions. No word on release date or price yet. Randall
Posted in Medical, Officer Safety, Street, SWAT, Uncategorized
Tagged CAT tourniquet, North American Rescue
Leave a comment
Deadly Force Policy Change in Miami Beach
The Miami Beach Police Department is poised to change its deadly force policy to now prohibit an officer from discharging his or her firearm at a vehicle unless an occupant displays a weapon–not to include the car–or shoots at them. This move stems from a 2011 incident involving officers shooting at a motorist who tried to run over five Miami Beach police officers. That driver, Raymond Herisse, was shot by officers of both the Miami Beach and Hialeah police departments after his violent behavior during Urban Beach Week. Herisse died at the scene. A video of the end of the incident went viral. The last Miami Beach Police Department shooting … Continue reading
Posted in Defensive Tactics, Officer Safety, Politics, Street, SWAT, Tactics, Uncategorized
Leave a comment
Public Sevice Message
Don’t worry, I am not going to dump a bucket of ice water over my head like everybody else. Randall
Posted in Uncategorized
Leave a comment
Blade Show 2014
I will be en route to Blade Show at 0500 tomorrow. I promise to post photos of any cool new sharpies I get to see in Atlanta! Randall
Posted in Uncategorized
Leave a comment
Stay Tuned
I’ll be absent from new posting for a bit. I’ve reassumed supervision of our K9 Unit and I have some administrative projects to slay. I’ll be back in a few… Randall
Posted in Uncategorized
6 Comments
Happy Independence Day!
I’ll be working it, but I hope you won’t! Randall
Posted in Uncategorized
2 Comments
Blade Show & International Cutlery Fair 2013
I’m headed over one state to the 32nd Annual Blade Show & International Cutlery Fair at the Cobb Galleria in Atlanta. As you may have read, I like sharp thingies. I’ll keep my eye out for anything new from the Law Enforcement/SWAT/Military point of view. There will certainly be some products to see. Be safe. Randall
Poor Judgment Leads to Police Sergeant’s Firing
This is a sample of the target that Sgt. Ron King of the Port Canaveral, FL Police Department wanted to use as a “training aid” during an April 2nd department firearms training. He was fired on Friday. The text of his explanation, which was posted on YouTube, is below. King’s version doesn’t quite jibe when you actually see the target. Skittles and an Arizona Iced Tea? With a crosshair reticle? Come on… Randall “Good Evening, my name is Ron King and I am the focus of some recent media attention based on lies, false information and political agendas. “First, you’ll have to excuse me if I refer to my computer … Continue reading