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T here's nothing like navigating the sea of department-issued blues, browns and grays in early May, Washington, D.C. It's the time when officers from remote townships and international forces, families and loved ones, travel, mourn, support and celebrate the fallen and each other. The sadness runs deep here, but there is also plenty of pride and admiration. By the time this issue mails, another National Police Week will have come and gone. We would be remiss if we did not take a moment to acknowledge this important event. Although not everyone can hitch along with the Unity Tour, or hop on a bus or plane headed to the capi- tal, that hasn't stopped communities from marking the tradition in their own ways. In West Des Moines, Iowa, Police Week was a picnic at the local law enforcement center. Citizens could check out emergency vehicles (includ- ing a bomb squad truck) and mounted patrol on display, enjoy a jump house, climbing wall, and food. Officers even passed out free bike helmets for kids. Detroit police in the northeast dis- trict held a 'Jazzy breakfast appreciation celebration' with an all-you-can-eat buffet and live music for officers pre-, post- and mid-shift. LAPD went high-tech with digital billboards paying tribute to officers Nicholas Lee, Chris Cortijo, Robert C. Sanchez and George Nagata, all of whom had lost their lives in the line of duty in the past two months. Honolulu held an open-to-the- public memorial walk that ended in a candlelight vigil/memorial service, and the Sidney, Ohio Police Department honored a '2014 Police Officer of the Year' while reiterating its department's vision and mission statement. Even small gestures aren't lost. Dunkin' Donuts issued free coffee to Denver-area officers all week. Look for more Police Week coverage next month. Until then, read about how to train on a dime in this month's issue, where we focus on firearms and equipping the officer. Lindsey Bertomen has three new shooting drills that agencies can do with minimal equipment or expense. To follow that up, defensive tactics pro Richard Nance imparts '15 Tips for Close Quarters Shootings'. There are a number of instances where an officer must get up close and personal with a subject. Think traffic stop, mak- ing an arrest, or a verbal confrontation. "Up-close" can be a deadly place, and the right physical maneuvering just might save a life. For more on Nance's defensive tactics techniques be sure to peruse Officer.com's Video Spotlight section. Celebrating Police Week not only provides a service to coworkers and family who feel LODD loss deeply. It is important, too, for the public who may not always have an opportunity to express their gratitude for all you do. ■ 6 Law Enforcement Technology June 2014 www.officer.com A time of remembrance Cygnus Business Media John French, Chief Executive Officer Paul Bonaiuto, Chief Financial Officer Ed Wood, Vice President of Human Resources Julie Nachtigal, Vice President of Audience Development Eric Kammerzelt, Vice President of Technology Curt Pordes, Vice President of Production Operations Ed Nichols, VP of Events Cygnus Business Media 1233 Janesville Ave. Fort Atkinson, WI 53538 Phone: (800) 547-7377 Editorial e-mail: editor@letonline.com Fax: (920) 563-1702 Web site: www.officer.com Integrated Media Consultants Scott Bieda, Executive Vice President of Public Safety & Security . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 2725 Michael George, Publisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1143 Kelly Bisco, Associate Publisher . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1360 Nick Palasini . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1676 Lindsey Gajewski. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1354 Nikki Becker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1317 Classified Ad Sales (800) 547-7377 Ext. 1326 Classified Ad Fax: (920) 328-9003 List Rental Elizabeth Jackson, Merit Direct LLC (847) 492-1350 Ext. 18, Fax: (847) 492-0085 E-mail: ejackson@meritdirect.com Web site: meritdirect.com/cygnus Reprint Services To purchase article reprints please contact Nick Iademarco at Wright's Media at (877) 652-5295 Ext. 102 or e-mail niademarco@wrightsmedia.com. Editorial Director Frank Borelli Editors Sara Schreiber Jonathan Kozlowski Contributing Editors Lindsey Bertomen Carole Moore Senior Art Director — Public Safety & Security Bobbi Burow Media Production Representative Connie Heffron Audience Development Manager Sharon Haberkorn For subscription information or change of address please call (877) 382-9187 or (847) 559-7598, fax (800) 543-5055 or e-mail circ.LETmag@omeda.com. L A W MEDIA CYGNUS EDITOR'S LOG Sara Scullin Editor For questions, news tips and comments, e-mail editor@letonline.com. LET_06-07_EditLog0614.indd 6 5/20/14 1:40 PM