Counter-Terrorism After 9/11—An interview with Dr. Frank Straub, Director of the Center for Mass Violence Response Studies at the National Policing Institute

Frank Straub

Reprinted with permission from the International Centre for Counter-Terrorism (ICCT) – The Hague. Twenty years ago, Frank Straub was a first responder on the scene of the attacks in lower Manhattan. Looking back, we go through his experience of the day and his perspective on how counter-terrorism in policing changed after the attacks. Interviewing him…

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Militias and Police Normalization of Domestic Violent Extremists

Jim Bueermann

It is illegal in all 50 states to form unauthorized private militia groups.[1] However, 36 states allow the open carry of firearms at protests. As a result, groups carrying arms and wearing tactical gear at protests can generate the public impression that they are sanctioned by the government and even perhaps aligned with police agencies.…

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April: Violent Crime Reduction

  The big picture: National data suggest violent crime is decreasing, but statistics and perceptions don’t always agree. According to data collected by the Council on Criminal Justice (CCJ), 2023 saw a handful of reductions across 38 cities compared to 2022—10% fewer homicides in 32 cities, 3% fewer aggravated assaults in 25 cities, and 5%…

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Reducing Violent Crime Through Data and Community Partnerships

Reducing Violent Crime Through Data and Community Partnerships Davenport Police Department in Iowa strategically fights violent crime. Violent crime continues to dominate the headlines, but is it trending up or down? In Davenport, Iowa, it’s down—and that’s no accident. The Davenport Police Department and its community took a highly strategic approach to address the violence…

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Captain Christian Cory

Captain Christian Cory has served on the Wichita Police Department for 24 years. He currently leads the Crimes Against Persons Bureau in the Department’s Investigations Division. Captain Cory has previously served in the Homicide Section, DV/Sex Crimes Section, Gang/Felony Assault Unit, Crisis Negotiation Team, and Patrol. He has obtained his B.S. in Criminology at Kansas…

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54th Mile Policing Project – Montgomery

54th Mile Policing Project – Steering Committee Meeting Meeting Materials Agenda August 26-27, 2023 The 54th Mile Policing Project Why It Matters Steering Committee  Focus and Commitment Dining Options Restaurants in Montgomery 54th Mile Steering Committee Dr. Cedric L. Alexander Psy.D. is a law enforcement expert with over 40 years of experience in public safety,…

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John J. Choi

John Choi was sworn in as the first Korean American chief prosecutor in the United States in 2011. Since taking office, John has become a state and national leader in progressive reform, working with public officials and impacted communities to reimagine justice and the role of prosecutors. John’s innovative approach to working collaboratively with system…

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President’s Page

Home › You searched for domestic violence President’s Page A Letter from the President of the National Policing Institute Dear Friends and Colleagues –  I am truly honored and humbled by the opportunity to serve as the 5th President of the National Policing Institute (NPI), formerly known as the National Police Foundation. Since its creation in…

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