police

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Unlike police drones dispatched after a 911 call, Mithril’s machines lie dormant in ceiling-mounted boxes, charging until a threat arrives.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

In a statement issued by police, Noah's family said they were "utterly devastated".

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

Toni Jaramilla, the attorney for Cowser, said in a written statement that the police department “failed to correct the false narrative” even when videos proved the officer was lying.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Two protesters were also arrested on Saturday at Lakenheath and charged with obstructing public thoroughfares, police said.

From Barron's • Apr. 5, 2026

He saw the panic in his face as the police drew closer, and he watched his body slowly blend into the background and disappear entirely.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste