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  <title>CT Post: Bridgeport police driving simulator is out of service as cruiser crashes draw scrutiny</title>
  <pubDate>September 16, 2026</pubDate>
  <description>John DeCarlo, professor of criminal justice, describes why a law enforcement professional’s experience behind the wheel is far different from that of a civilian, and why advanced training is needed.</description>
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