Passengers aboard a Canadian Greyhound bus were subjected to a grisly scene when they witnessed a passenger, Vince Weiguang Li, suddenly and wildly attacking Tim McLean, another passenger, by repeatedly stabbing and, ultimately, decapitating him. Exiting the bus as rapidly as they could, the other passengers wanted to secure their own safety and escape from the chaotic events that surrounded them. For the witnesses and all the passengers on the bus, the impact was traumatic and the aftermath of that event will linger over time with recurring memories that will, undoubtedly, invoke trauma and unrelenting emotional distress. (more…)

Chief Melvin High had a tough job in county with significant violence.

It’s not an easy job being a police chief under any circumstances in any jurisdiction. Some geographic areas may be tougher than others, and some may present different and, perhaps, more diverse challenges, but the bottom line is that it is a demanding job. If anyone knows that to be true, it is Chief Melvin High of the Prince George’s County Maryland Police Department. High, with 40 years of experience in law enforcement, has been around. He served as former Assistant Chief of the District of Columbia Metropolitan Police Department, Chief of the Norfolk Virginia Police Department, and for the past 5 years, he has been the Chief in Prince George’s County, Md. (more…)

Some things just never change. Once again, the United States Capitol Police is beleaguered with criticism of its management, leadership, personnel, policies, accountability, and other issues. It seems as though no one can ever be fully satisfied with the day-to-day operation of this important police force that is responsible for the safety and security of the nation’s Capitol and the workers and visitors who frequent the compound. (more…)