November 6, 2015
This Friday, November 6, 2015, Aftermath Services presented the Lake County Sheriff’s K9 Unit with a $5,000 check as part of Aftermath’s annual K9 Giveaway Contest. Presenting the check was Aftermath’s CEO Doug Berto; Lake County Undersheriff Ray Rose proudly accepted. Several members of the local K9 unit were on hand to pose for photos, […]
November 4, 2015
Last week, Aftermath Services had the pleasure of attending the biggest law enforcement event of the year. The 2015 IACP Conference, hosted by the International Association of Chiefs of Police, is the world’s largest gathering of law enforcement leaders, drawing more than 14,000 public safety professionals from around the world, according to the organization’s website. […]
October 30, 2015
As October comes to an end, so does the 2015 Aftermath K9 Contest. In its fourth year, the contest has undergone a complete makeover, and the excitement is greater than ever. Many readers have caught up with our blog posts and kept an eye on social media, tracking their local department as we narrow down […]
October 26, 2015
Fall conference season is upon us! This week, Aftermath is attending the IACP in downtown Chicago, but last week, the Illinois Homicide Investigator Association (ILHIA) hosted their annual conference at the Westin Chicago Northwest in Itasca, IL. According to the website, the purpose of the ILHIA is “to support law enforcement officers and prosecutors by […]
October 23, 2015
Just one week remains in the annual Aftermath K9 Contest. To mark the occasion, our blog today examines the benefits of these specialized officers. We will also announce the top 15 competitors currently in the running for the $5,000 prize. So what makes a K9 unit so important to police work? According to the online […]
October 16, 2015
After a 2007 traffic crash involving a tractor-trailer filled with over 200 kilos of cocaine, the Lower Allen Police Department in Pennsylvania began thinking seriously about adding a K9 Unit to the force. With the aid of the Aftermath K9 Contest, that goal became reality. Officer Rocco has assisted the department with his handler, veteran […]
October 9, 2015
At Aftermath Services, we understand the importance of having a good team and the necessary equipment to support getting the job done right For many law enforcement agencies, funds for safety equipment, uniforms, and investigative supplies can be challenging to obtain. Supportive units such as K9 operations are typically underfunded, if they exist at all. […]
September 9, 2015
This summer, Aftermath announced the creation of a new contest. Entitled the Aftermath Community Matters Campaign, the purpose was to draw attention to the many great causes supported by our associates and customers, and give back to the communities where we all live and work. One winner would be chosen, and that winner’s preferred charity […]
June 17, 2015
This weekend, a large contingent from Aftermath descended on the Westin Hotel in Wheeling, IL, as part of the Illinois Association of Chiefs of Police Summer Conference and Training Event. According to the website, the IACP is “a nationally recognized organization, representing law enforcement executives from across the State of Illinois, was founded in 1941 […]
May 28, 2015
Police officers play a central role in the legal system. They patrol our neighborhoods, respond to emergency calls, issue tickets, investigate crimes, and make arrests as needed. Their primary responsibility is to aid and protect the communities they serve. However, in many cities, law enforcement is hindered by the perception that some members do not […]