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The Real Cost of the Chase: Reimagining High-Speed Police Pursuits
Drawing from recent tragedies in Cleveland and the Bay Area, as well as his early career involvement in a pursuit that ended with two children killed, Wenninger makes a compelling case for culture change in modern policing. He explores how outdated pursuit policies and adrenaline-fueled decision-making continue to put innocent lives—and officers—at unnecessary risk. The article cites key national statistics, critiques recent policy rollbacks in states like Florida and Washington, and argues that public safety must take precedence over immediate apprehension. Wenninger calls for smarter leadership, clearer standards, and a cultural shift that places judgment above impulse.
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Speaking Truth After Tragedy: Crisis Lessons From An Emmy-Winning Journalist
In preparation for my upcoming book, On Thin Ice, I had the privilege of sitting down with Emmy Award-winning journalist Michelle Rupp to discuss one of the most overlooked components of public safety: communication. We didn’t talk about spin. We...
The Real Cost of the Chase: Reimagining High-Speed Police Pursuits
High-speed pursuits have always walked the thin blue line between duty and danger. Lately, we’ve been seeing a lot more of the danger… In the span of just a few days this March, two attention-getting news stories hit the headlines and caught my...
A Call for Neutrality in Law Enforcement
Following the bond hearing for two Canton police officers charged in the death of Frank Tyson, discussions have sparked around the presence of numerous uniformed police officers —including members of the department leadership—attending in a show of...
Reimagining Policing: A Politically Balanced Approach to Serving All Citizens
We made it, guys. It’s Election Day 2024. Today, I’m reminded of the diverse beliefs and values that shape our country and communities. Law enforcement has traditionally been viewed as aligned with conservative ideals, but as we look to the future,...
The Trump Assassination Attempt: A Call for Greater Transparency to Restore Public Trust in National Security
The assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, sent shockwaves throughout the nation. As someone who spent 33 years in the trenches of law enforcement, primarily with the LAPD, I watched the event...
From Reaction to Prevention: Rethinking the Importance of Community in Preventing School Violence
When we wait for a crisis, we’re already too late. The recent Apalachee High School shooting in Georgia is a stark reminder of the dangers we face when warning signs go unaddressed. Four lives were tragically cut short, and nine others were injured...
Why I Don’t Like the Phrase “Defund the Police”
Why I Don’t Like the Phrase “Defund the Police” After the George Floyd protests, “defund the police” became a rallying cry for some and a dog whistle for others. Now, years later, it’s been repeated so often that it’s lost much of its original...
Policing Without Guns: How the UK Builds Trust and Reduces Harm
Policing Without Guns: How the UK Builds Trust and Reduces Harm As part of my research for my upcoming book, On Thin Ice, I’ve recently had the incredible opportunity to travel to Europe and examine how law enforcement operates in different parts...
Why I Wrote On Thin Ice: My Commitment to Law Enforcement
Why I Wrote On Thin Ice: My Commitment to Law Enforcement Law enforcement can be one of the most challenging—and rewarding—professions in the world. It’s a role defined by responsibility, accountability, and the delicate balance of enforcing the...
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