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Welcome to the Crosden Consulting Blog, where Chief Hughes and a team of public safety experts share insights, updates, and practical strategies on leadership, risk management, legal considerations, and law enforcement trends. Whether you're a police executive, supervisor, or frontline officer, this blog provides real-world perspectives and actionable takeaways to help you navigate today’s challenges.
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The comparison between a police officer and a professional athlete may initially seem unusual, but it highlights a crucial issue. Both professions operate under intense public scrutiny and are exp...
Rethinking Police Response to Barricade Situations
The recent incident in Ogle County, Illinois, where three members of an emergency response team (including a tactical medic) were shot while responding to a barricaded individual threatening suicide...
Selecting Inspirational Field Training Officers
Field Training Officers (FTOs) are of immense significance in law enforcement as they serve as mentors, guides, and educators for the next generation of officers. FTOs are more than just instructors; ...
