PSR - October 16, 2025

Cincinnati Police Chief Theetge asked to resign, source says

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October 17, 2025

The City of Cincinnati is exploring options regarding the position of Police Chief Teresa Theetges, according to comments from Mayor Pureval. The statement follows internal discussions and external scrutiny surrounding the chief's leadership. The situation highlights the challenges of police accountability and the dynamics between city leadership and public safety departments. Further developments are expected as the city evaluates the direction of its police force.

Top News

Cincinnati Police Chief Theetge asked to resign, source says

Source close to Chief Theetge has confirmed she was asked to resign

www.fox19.com/2025/10/15/city-exploring-options-regarding-chief-teresa-theetges-position-mayor-pureval-says

People & Leadership

An interview with Chief Bill Scott, Metro’s new Chief of Police and Emergency Management  | The Source

William “Bill” Scott was hired in early May as Metro’s first Chief of Police and Emergency Management. 

thesource.metro.net/an-interview-with-chief-bill-scott-metros-new-chief-of-police-and-emergency-management

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The Rockford Fire Department announced that Rebecca Tyo will be the next Fire Chief. Tyo has 16 years of experience working with RFD and is a Rockford native.

www.wrex.com/video/new-rockford-fire-chief-announced/video_e3ea4ce3-1345-51c4-9028-78b75f789be5.html

Strategic Initiatives & Funding

$31,000 grant to help Peoria County combat rising retail crime

The Peoria County Board is granted $31,000 for organized retail crime.

www.25newsnow.com/2025/10/16/31000-grant-help-peoria-county-combat-rising-retail-crime

JSO could get $730K from FDLE to install about 200 more Real-Time Crime Center cameras across the city

The City of Jacksonville agreed to receive $730,000 from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement for the Jacksonville Sheriff’s Office’s Real Time Crime Center in Tuesday’s city council meeting.

www.news4jax.com/news/local/2025/10/15/jacksonville-to-receive-730k-from-fdle-for-jso-real-time-crime-center-cameras

UMass Dartmouth Police Department awarded state grant to enhance campus safety technology

Investment reinforces UMass Dartmouth’s commitment to innovation and community safety

www.umassd.edu/news/2025/police-department-awarded-state-grant-to-enhance-campus-safety.html

Tech Updates & Other News

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ZeroEyes is selling technology to help law enforcement agencies detect firearms, people, vehicles and maritime vessels from drone footage.

statescoop.com/zeroeyes-drone-based-ai-gun-detection

Versaterm launches drone solution for pubic safety

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securityjournalamericas.com/versaterm-drone-solution-pubic-safety