A California Highway Patrol dispatcher allegedly used a law enforcement database to find a prison inmate’s personal ID information — using it to fraudulently obtain COVID jobless benefits as part of a larger $3.3 million fraud scheme involving four other people, prosecutors said.
A 911 dispatcher was credited with de-escalating a situation involving an armed man on March 1.
Jennifer Hawkins received the Distinguished Service Award from Sheriff Mike Allen after successfully talking an armed man into surrendering to deputies.
A bill heading to the Illinois House floor could require all 9-1-1 dispatchers to be trained on telecommunicator CPR.
Rep. Lisa Davis (D-Chicago) said Thursday that instructions and guidance from dispatchers could mean the difference between life and death for someone experiencing a medical emergency.
Denver’s public safety agency is pushing to roughly double the fee for 911 emergency services, arguing it’s necessary to keep operations afloat and meet response time requirements.
The proposed fee hike — from $1.20 to $2.12 per month — would apply to all residents who have a phone, whether landline or mobile, registered in the city.
GREAT FALLS, Montana – The Great Falls/Cascade County Emergency Communications Center is hosting a hiring event to address a critical staffing shortage. The event, designed to fast track applicants, offers a unique opportunity for those interested in becoming 911 dispatchers.
LACONIA, N.H. – After nearly a year of specialized training, Winni, New Hampshire 911’s first comfort dog, has officially completed her program and will now serve full-time alongside her handler, Supervisor Abigail Rider. The Division of Emergency Services and Communications (DESC) celebrated this milestone, recognizing the dedication and effort that went into preparing Winni for her role in supporting 911 personnel.
