BCSO Armored Vehicle Debut

BCSO armored vehicle debut

The Siren National Night Out event last week featured a special appearance by the new Burnett County Sheriff’s Office armored vehicle for their Emergency Response Team (ERT). The huge, armored vehicle will be used in officer transport for stand-offs, rescues…

With little discussion, Elk Grove City Council approves $449,000 armored police vehicle

ELK GROVE, Calif. — The Elk Grove City Council approved the purchase of a nearly $449,000 armored police vehicle Wednesday night with little discussion, despite a resident questioning whether the money could be better spent on services rather than further equipping police with military-style hardware.The council authorized the purchase a Lenco BearCat armored response and rescue vehicle for an amount not to exceed $448,642. The purchase will rep…