Joanna Putman

Associate Editor

Joanna Putman is an Associate Editor and newswriter at Police1, where she has been covering law enforcement topics since August 2023. Based in Orlando, Florida, Joanna holds a journalism degree from the University of Florida and spent two years working in nonprofit local newsrooms, gaining experience in community-focused reporting. Married to a law enforcement officer, she brings a personal perspective to their work, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of those who serve and protect. Have a news tip? Email her at jkeen@lexipol.com.

LATEST ARTICLES

Gov Edu Grants Help

Grant allows Texas PD to expand bullet-resistant glass in cruisers, nearly 2 years after it saved cop’s life

The reinforced glass is designed to withstand repeated shots from high-caliber firearms and allows officers to return fire from inside the vehicle

January 27, 2026 06:45 AM

Joanna Putman

Public Safety

Okla. Highway Patrol requests nearly $26M for recruitment as one-third of its troopers reach retirement eligibility

The funding request of $25.9 million includes resources for two 72-person training academies and would support the addition of 100 new troopers

January 26, 2026 05:59 AM

Joanna Putman

Community Development

Dallas to host 2026 PLECET conference on training officers in community engagement

The five-day conference aims to improve transparency, officer safety and public trust through structured training and workshops

January 22, 2026 01:02 PM

Joanna Putman

Gov Edu Grants Help

Bipartisan bill aimed at providing officers with standardized trauma kits signed into law

The law directs the DOJ to work with LE and medical experts to set minimum standards for trauma kits purchased with Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant funds

January 07, 2026 12:15 PM

Joanna Putman

Technology

Utah PD testing AI report writing software shares comical error caused by ‘The Princess and the Frog’

A Heber City officer was mistakenly written as turning into a frog after an AI report-writing program picked up a movie playing in the background

January 06, 2026 12:12 PM

Joanna Putman

Community Engagement

Ga. sheriff’s office promotes Shaq to ‘Chief of Community Relations’

During Shaquille O’Neal’s tenure as Director of Community Relations, the agency has documented 370 community events and 25,000 meals provided to families

January 01, 2026 12:35 PM

Joanna Putman

Workforce Development

Recruitment up, crime down in Md. community: ‘Didn’t happen by chance’

Violent crime is down 19% in Prince George’s County, and property crime has decreased 15% compared to 2024; the county also welcomed its largest recruit class in a decade

December 29, 2025 06:39 AM

Joanna Putman

Workforce Development

‘Starting to turn around': Mich. agencies’ new social media strategies credited for recruitment growth

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office and Troy PD turned to podcasters and influencers to connect with younger applicants — a strategy that’s showing signs of success

November 26, 2025 11:03 AM

Joanna Putman

Public Safety

‘God had other plans for me’: Texas officer, cancer survivor coordinates blood drives to help others in need

“I was given so much blood when I went through my surgeries that I felt compelled to give to others as it was given to me,” Waxahachie Officer James Taylor said

November 20, 2025 03:28 PM

Joanna Putman

Gov Edu Grants Help

$500M grant program launched to help police counter illegal drones ahead of 2026 World Cup

Half of the grant funding will be distributed in 2026 to areas hosting FIFA World Cup games, America 250 national events and the 2028 Olympic Games

November 17, 2025 08:39 AM

Joanna Putman