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A. Benjamin Mannes

A. Benjamin Mannes, MA, CPP, CESP, is a Subject Matter Expert in Security & Criminal Justice Reform based on his own experiences on both sides of the criminal justice system. He has served as a federal and municipal law enforcement officer and was the former Director, Office of Investigations with the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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Law Enforcement

Ben Mannes: A new direction on law enforcement in Philly? Don’t be so sure.

November 30, 2023November 29, 2023
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Parker makes a politically safe pick for Police Commissioner, the re-elected Sheriff continues to be an embarrassment, and the SEPTA and Temple Police Departments struggle for survival.
By A. Benjamin Mannes

Law Enforcement

Ben Mannes: Judge dismisses all charges against Officer Mark Dial

September 26, 2023September 26, 2023
A. Benjamin Mannes
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Will the latest judicial ruling on the overcharging of police officers by the Krasner administration change the DA’s tactics?
By A. Benjamin Mannes

Law Enforcement

Ben Mannes: Outlaw has finally left the building

September 5, 2023September 5, 2023
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The most overdue departure from the Kenney administration, Philadelphia Police Commissioner Danielle Outlaw has resigned, leaving police sources hopeful for a return to law enforcement in the city of brotherly love.
By A. Benjamin Mannes

Crime

Ben Mannes: Details emerge about suspect in Southwest Philly mass shooting

July 5, 2023July 4, 2023
A. Benjamin Mannes
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Could escalating and dramatized rhetoric be radicalizing those suffering from emotional health crises to the point of murder?
By A. Benjamin Mannes

Crime

Ben Mannes: Can cities rebound from lawlessness to cultures of responsibility and compliance?

June 7, 2023June 8, 2023
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While mainstream media outlets portray another suspect shot by law enforcement as an “innocent victim,” events show a clear correlation between increased crime and a lack of societal responsibility — and consequences.
By A. Benjamin Mannes

Crime

As two inmates escape from a Philadelphia prison, deeper problems come to light

May 9, 2023May 9, 2023
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The escape of two inmates — one charged with four homicides — comes just one week after the correctional officers’ union held a unanimous vote of no confidence in Commissioner Blanche Carney.
By A. Benjamin Mannes

Crime

Ben Mannes: Special purpose agencies can’t keep up with rampant, unprosecuted, violent crime

April 13, 2023April 14, 2023
A. Benjamin Mannes

Philadelphia’s permissive prosecution policies created a “revolving door” criminal justice system that has an outsized impact on smaller forces like the SEPTA and Temple Police.
By A. Benjamin Mannes

Law Enforcement

Ben Mannes: City leaders condemn police officer over false accusation

March 27, 2023March 29, 2023
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Tweets from Philadelphia’s political leaders condemn “concerning behavior” by a police officer in his arrest of a suspect for illegal narcotics and a firearm. Despite bodycam footage proving the “concerning behavior” never occurred, these city leaders have yet to set the record straight.
By A. Benjamin Mannes

Crime

Ben Mannes: Philadelphia’s “Driving Equity” law — one year later

March 22, 2023March 21, 2023
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While Philadelphia politicians celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Driving Equality law, statistics show a sharp increase in hit-and-run accidents while police traffic stops decline
By A. Benjamin Mannes

Municipal Government

Ben Mannes: Mayoral forum raises more questions than answers

February 28, 2023February 28, 2023
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Last week, WPHT 1210 hosted the first major media mayoral forum in the 2023 race. Despite close talking points offered by most candidates, what stood out is what wasn’t said — and who was a no-show.
By A. Benjamin Mannes

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