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Officer-Involved Shooting and Critical Incident Seminar, taught by Jonathyn Priest, is a course of instruction designed for the experienced investigator to gain the skills and knowledge necessary to conduct unbiased investigations of officer-involved shootings and critical incidents. Although there are several methods utilized by law enforcement nationally, the investigation into Officer Involved Shootings and Critical Incidents often occurs as a Homicide Only model, Homicide – Internal Affairs model, or the Critical Incident Team or Task Force model. Due to obvious accusations of bias that can be leveled against the agency favoring their officers, an independent analysis will best overcome these accusations of bias. Some large cities nationally have groups or individuals specifically assigned to independently monitor the investigations into critical officer incidents. OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING AND CRITICAL INCIDENT SEMINAR Hosted By: Bellingham Police Department September 9 & 10, 2024 Bellingham, WA Register: https://lnkd.in/evi3AS-G #lawenforcementtraining #forensics #forensicscience #crimesceneinvestigation #bevelgardner #bloodspatteranalysis #expert #lawenforcement #crimescene #investigator #bloodspatter #bloodstain #csi #BPA #policeofficer #police #training

Unfortunately, this security of City or Town Halls in small and large communities across the United States is lacking. It often comes to down to the local government’s willingness (or lack thereof) to spend the money to properly secure the buildings and property or towards the City Managers, Mayors , or elected officials concerns about what the “optics” might be. Fearing that additional security measures would make the public building feel “unwelcoming”, “too officious”, or other forms of foolishness only politicians could think of. It is the responsibility of the top officials in each community to properly secure and protect their government buildings to best protect and care for the public workers within and the community members frequenting the building. Failure to do so in pure neglect and incompetency as well as a complete lack of leadership. #police #policeofficer #policeofficers #officer #officers #lawenforcement #lawenforcementofficer #policechief #policedepartment #sheriff #deputy #marshal #constable #federalagent #fbi #cop #cops #copscountpolicematter #policematter #policingmatters #policing #policeman #publicsafety #communitysafety #publictrust #safety #security #protectandserve #criminaljustice #criminaljusticesystem #leadership #respect #law International Association of Chiefs of Police Police Executive Research Forum National Police Chiefs' Council National Policing Institute California Police Chiefs Association TEEX - Institute for Law Enforcement and Protective Services National Association of Women Law Enforcement Executives National Organization of Black Law Enforcement Executives (NOBLE) PORAC (Peace Officers Research Association of California) California Peace Officers' Association Police1 Law Enforcement Today American Police Beat National Police Association National Sheriffs' Association National Tactical Officers Association FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. (FBINAA) FBI National Academy https://lnkd.in/gv-G46Yy

Sideshows have become a scourge that are effecting communities and police department across the United States. Sideshows cause massive traffic congestions and roadway blockages that delay Police, Fire, and Medical personnel from responding to emergencies in a timely fashion and cause life endangering situations upon roadways as well as the chance for private property damage due to the idiocy of the drivers. Also, the people that willingly attend, cheer on, and support these illegal and unlawful gathering as often as lawless as the participants. Due to these sideshows being a threat to public safety, Law Enforcement agencies nationwide are proactively attempting to stop them. New field tactics are being developed, task forces formed, technology being utilized, roadway conditions changed etc. However, the key to stopping sideshows is to go after those responsible for them. Great job by the San Jose Police Department in their investigation and arrests of 7 sideshow organizers who have been plaguing not only their jurisdiction but others in the Bay Area! Law Enforcement Leaders must continue to make this a priority for their agency, partner with other law enforcement agencies, and encourage their Officers to continue to come up with innovative, unique and creative methods for addressing and stopping sideshows. #cops #cop #police #policeofficer #officers #officers #sideshows #policedepartment #policechief #sheriffs #deputy #copscountpolicematter #policingmatters #policing International Association of Chiefs of Police Police Executive Research Forum National Policing Institute National Police Chiefs' Council Major Cities Chiefs Association FBI National Academy Associates, Inc. (FBINAA) FBI National Academy TEEX - Law Enforcement and Protective Services National Police Association National Sheriffs' Association California Police Chiefs Association California College and University Police Chiefs’ Association California State Sheriffs Association California Peace Officers' Association PORAC (Peace Officers Research Association of California) Police1 American Police Beat Law Enforcement Today National Tactical Officers Association National Association of Field Training Officers CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF POLICE TRAINING OFFICERS https://lnkd.in/gZEWmkpr

Recently at one of our trainings an agent from Homeland Security came up to me after the two-day training, shook my hand and said, "This was great training". The agent went on to say that he had a couple of previous HT trainings in the past and he clearly sees now that these were just awareness trainings, and he really took nothing from those previous trainings that he could actually implement. He stated, "After the last two days I have new tools that I can actually begin using tomorrow and feel confident that I can identify victims, understand how to communicate with them and arrest traffickers". One of BIG myths is that the police have been trained in human trafficking. This is far from the truth as less than 20% of law enforcement have had human trafficking training. The other myth is that it is only the small departments that don't have this training but in reality, it is every department. It's the small towns, the big towns, its officers, deputies, Trooper and yes federal agents. They all lack proper training. If you want to move the needle, THEN TRAIN THE POLICE!!! #police #policetraining #lawenforcement #training #humantrafficking #lawenforcementtraining

One of our favorite things about the Police Priority Dispatch System (PPDS) v7. 0 is how positively law enforcement has responded to it. And it makes sense. It shows the information they want to see, with the response levels they determine, and with the critical information they need to do their job at the scene. Officers have the assurance that the important questions have been asked and answered to optimize their safety and provide the opportunity for the best possible outcome for the caller and any victims. PPDS v7.0 is flexible, safe, accurate, and built to make the calls better for Officers, callers, and Emergency Dispatchers. #Police #FirstResponders #emergencyDispatchers #PublicSafety

Multi-agency scrutiny panels which examine domestic abuse cases that have been deemed ‘no further action’ in Avon and Somerset have helped to identify mistakes, highlight learning opportunities for police and partner agencies, and increase transparency for victim/survivors, as Policing Insight’s Sarah Gibbons reports. ❝There needs to be that level of scrutiny and being able to hold each other to account, but also being able to support each other and have a really deep understanding of each other and the challenges we’re all facing.❞ - Det Supt Kris Windsor, Avon and Somerset Police ❝We bring things we’re least proud of, and where we haven’t shown our best selves. We pick the more controversial cases to find key learning between agencies. It’s a real exercise in transparency.❞ - Det Supt Kris Windsor, Avon and Somerset Police ❝This collaborative reflection and review process allows us to all sit around a table and discuss ways we can implement better practices, and ultimately increase the likelihood of securing a positive outcome for the victims in future cases.❞ - Det Supt Ed Yaxley, RASSO lead, Avon and Somerset Police https://lnkd.in/e9CpyZ_b #lawenforcement #policing #police #domesticabuse #investigation

🚨 Colorado Training Alert 🚨 We’re just four weeks away from the Initial Response to Barricades class in Lakewood, CO on January 7! As criminals become more volatile, law enforcement continues to strive to preserve the safety of everyone involved in an incident. Treating armed criminals or suicidal subjects as barricade situations is becoming increasingly common. Just in the past few months, headlines like: "Colorado Springs Police issue shelter-in-place order for barricaded suspect" "SWAT Team Arrests Barricaded Suspect in Fort Collins" "Colorado Springs Police arrest barricaded suspect after hours-long standoff" highlight the growing frequency of these critical incidents. These situations are not resolved by luck. Whether handled by first responders or SWAT teams, well-trained patrol officers and deputies are the keystone of success. Our one-day Initial Response to Barricades course provides officers with essential skills in Containing, Controlling, Communicating, and Coordinating during critical incidents. The accompanying infographic offers a quick guide to key steps in the process. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of each phase of a barricade situation, including the use of active listening techniques. Participants will also receive a laminated checklist for easy reference in the field. For more information and to register, visit https://lnkd.in/g8zvtXJe. #policetraining #lawenforcementtraining #deescalation #barricade #cnt #negotiator

Of the twenty-eight British police forces inspected since 2023, sixteen were found to be "inadequate" or "need improvement" in relation to a primary function - investigating crime. AND only one was "Good" - the rest were "adequate" - hardly a ringing endorsement. Much of the criticism relates to a failure to charge offenders with crimes. There is a simple and cost-effective solution to this - using CCTV and other images of suspects in a more systematic manner with an end-to-end system. I am also looking for a law enforcement agency to hold a FREE trial of a new image database, which will target prolific offenders by matching them to multiple offences. mike.neville@superrecognisersinternational.com https://lnkd.in/eUcS7XcQ.

I recently came across a use of force video from Riverside PD that underscores a crucial training issue often encountered in law enforcement. In this video, officers respond to a reported domestic violence incident, during which a suspect suddenly emerges with a large knife and approaches them. The cover officer appropriately identifies the threat and initially addresses it with lethal force before transitioning to a Taser. The primary training concern here is not the use of less lethal options, but rather the tactical decision to advance towards an armed suspect to deploy these options. It is a well-established principle that action is faster than reaction, and in our profession, we must respond to the actions of others. Approaching an armed individual to deploy a less lethal option can significantly increase the risk to the officer. Maintaining a safe distance and using tactics that prioritize officer safety are essential in such high-risk situations. I am glad the officers did not get injured in this tragic incident. #police #training #OIS #useofforce Local story: https://lnkd.in/ge9uyEVr

Something you probably didn't know: The History of Law Enforcement Chapter 1: What is the origin of law enforcement? The origins of modern-day policing can be traced back to the "Slave Patrol." The earliest formal slave patrol was created in the Carolinas in the early 1700s with one mission: to establish a system of terror and squash slave uprisings with the capacity to pursue, apprehend, and return runaway slaves administration owners.