A program at Lutheran Family Services that works with individuals who are non-U.S. citizens being either sexually or labor trafficked. This program provides a number of different services for those being trafficked. Click on the attached link for more information.
Minatare’s New Police Chief
The City of Minatare, Nebraska has appointed Jared Shepard as its new police chief. Chief Shepard was formerly an officer in the State of Washington and prior to that a deputy with the Scotts Bluff, Nebraska Sheriff’s Office.
North Platte’s New Police Chief
The City of North Platte, Nebraska has appointed Steve Reeves as its new police chief. Chief Reeves replaces Dan Hudson who recently retired.
West Point’s New Police Chief
The City of West Point, Nebraska has promoted its Assistant Police Chief, John Adams to the rank of Chief of Police. Chief Adams replaces long time chief, Mike Fisher.
Crofton, Nebraska Police Chief Vacancy
Crofton Nebraska is located in Knox County, Nebraska, fifteen miles south of Lewis and Clark Lake and the Missouri river near Yankton, South Dakota. The area is a welcoming community and provides hunting, fishing and boating activities for the active outdoorsmen. Per their words, “Our little city needs a law-enforcement officer who will be a part of this small community by joining the activities and providing services. The chief of police position offers independence, salary, paid training, and insurance and retirement benefits. Come join the team.” Contact the City at 402-388-4766 or Mayor Sharol Lawhead at 402-358-1391 or email cityofcrofton@gpcom.net or mayorsharol@gmail.com.
Contact List Needed for Agencies in the State of Nebraska that have Crisis Negotiators
The Nebraska Association of Crisis Negotiators has asked the Omaha Police Department to compile a contact list for all agencies in the state of Nebraska that have crisis negotiators so that they can send out state wide communications and training announcements.
If you are interested in being included on this mailing list (or having a designee be included) please send Miranda Vaughan, Training Specialist, (402) 444-4116, miranda.vaughan@cityofomaha.org the following information:
- the email you would like to use
- the name of your agency
- how many negotiators you currently have
Officer Safety – Possible Holster Retention Issues
A safety advisory has been issued by SAFARILAND Duty Gear regarding its 7000 series duty holsters. Please see the attachment for more details.
Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center Names New Deputy Director
The Nebraska Law Enforcement Training Center in Grand Island, Nebraska, has named Mark Stephenson as its new Deputy Director. Mark will be in charge of training and replaces Bill Keeling.
Free Implicit Bias Training
The University of Nebraska at Kearney is offering two hours worth of implicit bias training free and can be conducted onsite at a hosting agency. Contact UNK Police Chief Jim Davis at davisjf@unk.edu for more information.
LEOSA Reform Act
Recently, United States Congressman Don Bacon introduced the LEOSA Reform Act aiming to fix many of the issues off-duty officers and retired law enforcement have faced while carrying concealed since the passing of the Law Enforcement Officer Safety Act (LEOSA) in 2004.