Strengthening Partnerships with Traditional and Broadcast Media: Enhancing Law Enforcement Communication in the Digital Era

In an era dominated by digital platforms and social media, traditional newspapers, television, and radio remain invaluable partners for law enforcement agencies in effectively communicating critical information to the public. Law enforcement leaders must remember that public perception is built upon their public activity, and press conferences in the height of a crisis can make or break how a community thinks not just of the leaders but the department as a whole.