Sworn Identity: An informative discussion of law enforcement.

LRPD’s Youth Camp is more than just a summer program—it’s an opportunity to build lasting connections between our officers and the young people in our community. Throughout the camp, kids engage in fun, hands-on activities while getting to know the officers behind the badge. These shared experiences help break down barriers, build trust, and create open lines of communication. For our officers, it...

Drones have become a highly effective tool in modern policing, giving officers a safer, faster view of what is happening on the ground. They help improve response times, enhance situational awareness, and keep both officers and community members safer during critical incidents. From searching for missing persons and assessing disaster damage, to providing real-time overhead views during emergencie...

In this episode, Mayor Frank D. Scott, Jr. breaks down how Little Rock is driving down crime — and what it will take to keep that momentum going. From prevention and intervention to smart enforcement, he shares how the city is taking a comprehensive approach while strengthening trust between officers and the community.  We talk historic pay raises and recruitment incentives aimed at retaining and...

Being Chief of Police means wearing many hats – leader, listener, problem‑solver, and sometimes, the calm voice in the middle of a storm. Every day brings new challenges, from critical incidents to community conversations, but the goal never changes: keep our city safe and build trust one interaction at a time. It’s long hours, tough decisions, and a responsibility that doesn’t end when the unifor...

Policing in the 21st century is characterized by the integration of advanced technology, an emphasis on community-oriented strategies, and evolving challenges related to crime and public trust. Modern law enforcement agencies focus on building collaborative relationships with diverse communities, using data analytics, body-worn cameras, drones, and social media to improve transparency, accountabil...

In this episode of LRPD Sworn Identity, the team discusses technology in policing. Technology is increasingly vital to modern policing, fundamentally transforming how law enforcement agencies operate and interact with the communities they serve. It improves policing in several ways: Enhancing Crime Prevention and Detection Improving Officer Safety and Situational Awareness Strengthening Evidence C...

This month, the sworn identity podcast focused on officers discussing their real-life interactions-both those experienced on the job and those observed or analyzed on social media platforms. These episodes provide listeners with insights into the daily realities of policing, the challenges of public interactions, and the influence of social media on law enforcement narratives. The is for a better...

National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week (NPSTW) will be observed from April 13 - 19, 2025. This annual recognition honors the dedication of public safety telecommunicators-like 911 operators-who are the vital link between emergency callers and lifesaving response.  We recently sat down with Director Juana Green and a staff member to discuss some of their challenges and the wins that keep the...

Judges seal cases for several reasons, particularly in sensitive matters like homicides and shootings, such as protecting ongoing investigations, safeguarding privacy, and ensuring a fair trial. In this episode of sworn identity, find out some of the qualifications needed for a judge to seal a case. 

Ever thought of a career in law enforcement? On this episode of the Sworn Identity Podcast, the group talks of recruiting and becoming a police officer. The Little Rock Police Department offers an attractive package of benefits for those interested in a law enforcement career. Those benefits include financial and Insurance benefits such as tuition reimbursement and a competitive salary with a sign...

The Little Rock Police Department (LRPD) has indeed implemented a program involving social workers and Community Resource Officers (CRT) to improve responses to calls involving mental illness. This initiative represents a significant shift in the department's approach to such situations.  The program also reflects a growing trend in law enforcement to adopt more holistic, community-oriented a...