The heartbreaking killing of NYPD Detective Jonathan Diller during a March 25 traffic stop in Queens reminds Americans of the dangers that our cops face daily. Unfortunately, the accused gunman fatally shot Diller, 31, just below his bullet-resistant vest.
Enough is enough! The time is now to give New York Police Department officers the trailblazing protective gear they desperately need and deserve.
Today’s standard-issue body shields leave officers exposed to perpetrators’ increasingly lethal weapons. But groundbreaking innovations like liquid armor and ultra-high-strength composites could revolutionize police protection, creating lightweight, flexible equipment that lets cops operate more securely.
AI-powered sensors and real-time data analysis could enhance authorities’ situational awareness and decision-making. On the horizon: lighter and more…
