pedestrian contact
what must an officer do in a pedestrian contact?
Officers must approach every contact
what is a safety guideline in pedestrian contact?
Request for back up before making contact, and avoid being surrounded by people by not letting them get close.
what is One of the most dangerous and unpredictable situations for officers
foot pursuits
what can a foot pursuit lead to?
an ambush
what does undercover officer contact mean?
interactions between uniformed or off-duty officers and officers working in plainclothes or undercover roles.
what is an example of a pedestrian contact?
an officer stops and individual for a search.
what must officers do in case of a crossfire in interview?
make triangle or L shape
what are foot pursuits considered?
high risk
scanning for an avenue of escape,standing on the balls of their feet,bouncing in position,and attempting to distract an officer's attention
when should recognition be shown?
if the undercover officer initiative contact.
what is a consensual encounter?
Contact between an individual and an officer where the individual is not obligated to stay, cooperate or answer questions.
what is a consideration in pedestrian contact?
Person's actions, knowledge of person, area of contact, Time, and Number of suspects
name two dangers in foot pursuits.
armed suspects,suspect controls the route, not the officer,and can be lead to an ambush leaving them vulnerable
what should officers do for a greater likelihood of a safe and successful outcome
partner up
when do you treat undercover officers as private individuals?
If the undercover officer does not acknowledge their presence
is there a justification required?
what do safety tactics demand officers to do?
leave their vehicle to conduct pedestrian contact, better visibility of pedestrian, better access to weapons, and better mobility.
what must officers consider?
the safety of other officers and of the public
name two more indications a suspect can flee.
scanning for an avenue of escape,standing on the balls of their feet,bouncing in position,and attempting to distract an officer's attention
can individuals leave at any time during pedestrian contact?
yes
what is another consideration in pedestrian contact?
Person's actions, knowledge of person, area of contact, Time, and Number of suspects
name two more dangers in foot pursuits
armed suspects,suspect controls the route, not the officer,and can be lead to an ambush leaving them vulnerable