Oct 2023. Blues Vol 39 No. 10

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4807 KIRBY DRIVE • HOUSTON, TEXAS • 713-524-3801 RIVER OAKS CHRYSLER, DODGE, JEEP & RAM Alan & Blake Helfman are the named and primary sponsor of The BLUES. For over 65 years the Helfman’s have supported local area law enforcement and supported The BLUES since our first issue. There is simply no better dealership in Houston to purchase your Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram or Ford product. The sales team provide honest, no BS pricing and their service department ranks among the top in the nation. Call Alan or Blake Helfman at 713-524- 3801 when you are ready to purchase your next vehicle. It will be the best car buying experience you’ve ever had. AUTOMOTIVE the ground up to provide a superior customer experience. Planet offers over 30 acres of new Ford inventory, Certified Pre-Owned Fords, pre-owned vehicles of all makes and models, as well as aftermarket and performance parts, service, commercial truck services, and collision repair. Beyond automotive services, the Randall Reed family and Planet team support and gives back to the community, from local charity events to sponsoring schools and veteran programs. Learn more at PlanetFord.com. E-BIKES Every community deals with contemporary problems concerning officer and public safety, such as homelessness, mental issues, family disputes, and outright crime. There is the added burden of reporting to various state and federal agencies. For over 35 years, the Cardinal Tracking Suite of Public Safety products has offered agencies a cost-effective solution to gather essential information that increases operational efficiency, policing effectiveness, and citizen safety. With Cardinal Tracking, agencies gain access to software, hardware, and services that streamline management report generation, as well as prompt and knowledgeable customer service with real people. Our comprehensive product lineup includes: MobileCite – eCitation issuance MobileLink - Field Reporting BALLISTICS PLANET FORD IN SPRING, 20403 I45 NORTH, SPRING TEXAS Planet Ford on I-45 in Spring, Texas has been the No. 1 Ford Dealer in the greater-Houston area for over 20 years.* Our Ford dealership earns this distinction year after year because our team makes our clients and their vehicle needs our top priority. Planet Ford is part of the award-winning World Class Automotive Group. The dealership has earned many top honors, including multiple Triple Crowns, which is bestowed upon only the best. In order to be recognized, a dealership must receive all of Ford’s top awards, including The President’s Award for customer service. Planet Ford has been redesigned from 182 The BLUES 182 The BLUES CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION SAN DIMAS, CA – As law enforcement agencies strive to enhance their capabilities and adapt to the evolving needs of modern policing, one company has taken a giant leap forward in creating a purpose-built solution. Introducing the ATR 528 Law Enforcement eBike, by American Bike Patrol Services—a remarkable two-wheeled marvel meticulously crafted over 18 months with an unwavering focus on delivering unrivaled performance, tactical attributes, and reliability. With its groundbreaking features and cutting-edge design, the ATR 528 sets a new standard for police eBikes worldwide. Public Safety Software “Protection... Revolutionized” Law enforcement agencies need ballistically capable products that offer mobility and maneuverability. In tactical situations, your agency likely utilizes an armored vehicle. Do you consider it to be ‘fast’ and ‘maneuverable’? TC Burton offers the LD-1, which will change the face of law enforcement and security forever. The LD-1 is a patented, lightweight, ballistic armor kit for a single-rider ATV that utilizes a laser cut steel exoskeleton integrated with NIJ III capable ballistic panels that can stop up to a 7.62x51mm round, which includes AR-15 and AK-47. It is the next generation of ballistically capable kits for vehicle protection; offering law enforcement protected maneuverability and speed in all outdoor terrain, but also including tight indoor spaces such as school corridors, malls, freight elevators and warehouses. To learn more, visit us at www.tcburton.com

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