Law Enforcement
Las Vegas police unveil nation's first Cybertruck patrol fleet
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The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department unveiled a fleet of 10 Tesla Cybertrucks on October 28, 2025, marking the first fully operational use of the vehicles in U.S. law enforcement. Donated by venture capitalist Ben Horowitz and his wife Felicia, the trucks will equip each area command for critical responses. Sheriff Kevin McMahill described them as a step toward making the department the most technologically advanced in the country.
Las Vegas Metro Police unveils Tesla Cybertruck fleet
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department revealed a fleet of 10 Tesla Cybertrucks on October 28, 2025, as part of its push to become the most technologically advanced police force in the country. The vehicles, donated by philanthropists Ben and Felicia Horowitz, will be deployed to area commands within two weeks. Sheriff Kevin McMahill highlighted their role in enhancing officer safety and community protection.
Tesla driver arrested after asleep crash into police car
A Tesla driver in Illinois was arrested after their vehicle, allegedly on Autopilot, rear-ended a South Barrington police cruiser while the driver slept. The incident highlights ongoing concerns about driver attention with semi-autonomous systems. No officers were seriously injured.
Prabowo emphasizes total war on drugs at destruction event
President Prabowo Subianto attended the destruction of 214.84 tons of narcotics worth Rp29.37 trillion in Jakarta on October 29, 2025. He declared drugs as the biggest threat to the nation and called for synergy among all parties to eradicate them. The event marks one year of Prabowo's government with 49,306 drug cases handled by Polri.
Mchunu uses Matlala's affidavit to deny ties in parliament
Sidelined Police Minister Senzo Mchunu referenced an affidavit from organised crime accused Vusimuzi Matlala to assert they have never met, during a parliamentary hearing on 21 October 2025. The move drew criticism from EFF leader Julius Malema, who questioned Mchunu's association with the detainee. The testimony is part of an inquiry into alleged criminal infiltration in South African law enforcement and politics.
Las Vegas police prepare to deploy Tesla Cybertrucks
The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department has unveiled a new fleet of Tesla Cybertrucks through a promotional video. These electric vehicles are set to patrol city streets soon after completing training. The department highlights their advanced technology for handling emergencies.
Nacada seizes counterfeit alcohol worth Sh5.28 million in Kajiado
October 29, 2025 00:46Court allows detention of six Iranians in Ksh8 billion drug case
October 27, 2025 07:16Ndlea officers and soldiers attacked in edo drug raid
October 26, 2025 09:10Bnn dismantles cross-island drug network using vapes for concealment
October 25, 2025 06:52South African police arrest over 500 suspects for sexual offences
October 22, 2025 11:53ICE raids Canal Street in New York City amid protests
October 22, 2025 02:19Trump administration seeks ICE detainer for Nicaraguan man accused of rape in Chicago
October 20, 2025 00:03Las Vegas police deploy donated Tesla Cybertruck fleet
From Japan, Trump says he could send more than the National Guard to U.S. cities
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Speaking aboard the USS George Washington at Japan’s Yokosuka Naval Base, President Donald J. Trump said he is prepared to deploy forces beyond the National Guard to address crime in cities such as Chicago and Portland, escalating an ongoing clash with state and local leaders over federal intervention.
Videos show federal agents using unmarked or plate-altered cars in immigration arrests, stirring accountability concerns
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A review of bystander videos and activist reports from Illinois, California, and Washington indicates that federal officers have used vehicles without license plates—or with swapped or altered plates—during immigration arrests in 2025. Officials say exemptions can be lawful in limited circumstances, but state authorities and advocates warn the tactics erode public trust.
Pardoned January 6 rioter arrested for threatening Hakeem Jeffries
Christopher Moynihan, a 34-year-old man pardoned by President Trump for his role in the January 6, 2021, Capitol riot, was arrested on Sunday for allegedly threatening to kill House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries. New York State Police acted on an FBI tip after Moynihan sent text messages outlining plans to eliminate Jeffries during a speech in New York City. He faces a felony charge of making a terroristic threat.
Coast Guard officers open fire on U-Haul near Alameda base amid immigration protests
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Coast Guard security personnel fired on a U-Haul truck outside Coast Guard Base Alameda late Thursday after the driver ignored commands and backed toward officers during a day of protests over federal immigration enforcement. Authorities said the driver was wounded and a bystander was injured by a fragment; the FBI is investigating.
Parliament probes Cele and Mchunu's ties to questionable figures
South Africa's sidelined police minister Senzo Mchunu and his predecessor Bheki Cele faced scrutiny in Parliament last week over their associations with figures linked to crime and politics. The ad hoc committee investigating alleged drug cartel infiltration heard testimonies revealing meetings and communications that raised questions about safeguards in law enforcement leadership. Details emerged connecting them to jailed businessman Vusimuzi 'Cat' Matlala, ANC-aligned mogul Brown Mogotsi, and a murdered convict.
Lawmakers deem ICE's street face scans unconstitutional
Democratic lawmakers have condemned Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) for using facial recognition technology on US streets to verify citizenship, calling it unconstitutional and prone to racial bias. Social media videos show officers scanning faces even when individuals present alternative IDs. Critics warn of privacy threats and wrongful detentions amid the Trump administration's deportation efforts.