Handling in progress calls

M1/check well being

If someone is presenting signs of an M1, DO NOT walk away from the scene. Place them on a hold and attempt to get them the help they need

Domestic Violence

Officer arriving first should not enter alone, unless life or serious bodily injury is at risk

While waiting for cover

Listen are you hearing any screaming or threats being made

(DV) More officer have been…..

Killed on DV calls in the last decade than any other call for service

In a Robbery and burglary

Avoid a hostage situation, wait for cover and develop a plan

Most burglary in progress calls are

UNFOUND AS CRIMES

Park several houses away and….

RESPOND QUIETLY

Season: Robbery and Burglary calls tend to….

INCREASE DURING THE HOLIDAY SEASON

Group Disturbances

Size of group determines number of officers needed-more is always better

DONT BE A HERO, YOU CANT 40 PEOPLE

Respond from different directions

Wait for backup before engaging anyone

In group disturbance always keep your

Head on a swivel

Consider the location

Bars, House Parties, Parks, Parking lots

Do we have the proper equipment needed to deal with a large group? Bean bag, taser, OC spray

t/f are emotions high and do people do stupid things

TRUE

t/f Should your officer safety be a priority

TRUE

Officer Safety

Maintain control at all times

When you arrest a person

Handcuff them behind their back

Remove everything from their pockets

Secure them in your patrol vehicle. Put a seatbelt on them

Radio traffic

Clear and concise

Only say what’s necessary

It’s not your personal phone

The most important thing is that you…..

Go home at the end of the day.

Types of in progress calls

M1/check well being

DV

Assaults

Group disturbances

Sight actions

OIS