Camryn Nethken

Washington

Project Coordinator and Journalist at Police Chief Magazine

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Articles

President's Message: Honoring Service, Celebrating Success

2 weeks ago | policechiefmagazine.org | Camryn Nethken

Each day, law enforcement officers everywhere carry out acts of courage, compassion, and resilience—often without fanfare, sometimes without notice. The media may not always capture the depth of what we do, and communities may not always see the full picture of our work. But as leaders, we must ensure that our officers know their contributions are valued, their sacrifices are honored, and their well-being remains a priority.
Inside the FBI/CJIS: FBI CJIS Division Services

2 weeks ago | policechiefmagazine.org | Camryn Nethken

The FBI’s Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) Division houses many critical programs and services that provide law enforcement and criminal justice agencies with identification and investigative leads, statistics to evaluate crime trends, information sharing on a national scale, training to improve officer safety awareness, and more.
SJC: Addressing Racial Inequities in Jails

2 weeks ago | policechiefmagazine.org | Camryn Nethken

Police leaders are vital stakeholders in their local criminal justice systems, contributing significantly to justice system reform efforts within their communities and across the United States. The International Association of Chiefs of Police (IACP) elevates the voices of the field as leaders from all ranks enhance policies and implement evidence-based policing efforts to promote public safety, engagement, trust, and legitimacy between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
Positive Reward: Celebrating Acts of Kindness in Youth

2 weeks ago | policechiefmagazine.org | Camryn Nethken

Imagine a child helping an elderly woman carry her groceries. Or think of a little girl wearing a helmet while biking in the neighborhood. Now, picture a young baseball player practicing good sportsmanship with the opposing team.
The Informer: May 2025

2 weeks ago | policechiefmagazine.org | Camryn Nethken

Research abounds on topics related to policing and criminal justice, and it can be difficult to sift through it all. Informer breaks down three studies for police leaders to help keep them up to date.
Digital Evidence in Modern Law Enforcement Practices

2 weeks ago | policechiefmagazine.org | Camryn Nethken

In an age dominated by technology, crimes are increasingly leaving digital trails. About 90 percent of criminal cases have a digital element, and the volume of digital evidence in cases is rising exponentially. From email correspondence to encrypted messages, digital evidence has become the cornerstone of today’s investigations. Handling this type of evidence, however, comes with a new set of challenges, including security, accuracy, and privacy concerns.
Roll Call: Craig Guiliani

2 weeks ago | policechiefmagazine.org | Camryn Nethken

The previous chief I worked for emphasized all the information that the IACP has and that it was beneficial to become a member.
Exposition: May 2025

2 weeks ago | policechiefmagazine.org | Camryn Nethken

Stay up to date on new products and advances in technology to ensure your officers are equipped with the tools they need. Ganimede: Advanced Video Analysis for Increased Public SafetyGanimede, Leonardo’s advanced AI-driven video analysis platform, empowers security operations through intelligent deep learning. Designed for massive data streams from live and recorded footage, it enhances situational awareness and turns threat detection from a manual task into an efficient automated process.
Perspectives: May 2025

2 weeks ago | policechiefmagazine.org | Camryn Nethken

Executive leaders often focus on the culture of wellness within their agency by only considering what occurs within the conceptual four walls of their building. I propose that a tenet of cultural wellness extends far beyond those walls and is at the heart of relationships within our communities.
Spotlight: Stopping Vehicle Theft in Its Tracks

1 month ago | policechiefmagazine.org | Camryn Nethken

Colorado continues to rank among the top U.S. states for motor vehicle thefts, and the city of Arvada has felt the impact. From 2020 through 2022, the Arvada Police Department noticed a startling increase in reported thefts—jumping from 572 in 2020 to 874 in 2021 and 831 by 2022. While vehicle theft began trending downward in 2023 with 559 thefts, the issue remained a top community concern.