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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2023-03-20 Packet 07.4. 1.LESO Program update 7.Annual SWAT report 6.Training, policy, & equipment recommendations 5.Special notes 4.2022 use of force statistics 3.CGPD’s use of force reporting, review, & data analysis procedures 2.Chief’s message Mission Statement community.developing and adopting the best practices to better serve and protect our changing world by -after year, our agency continues to adapt to the everyreform curve and maintains the highest standards of professionalism. Year and tactics, and innovative training. CGPD remains ahead of the policing profound commitment to community safety, effective and progressive policies commitment to transparency and accountability. I am proud of CGPD’s accounting of the department’s use of force. This report reinforces our In 2020, CGPD introduced its Annual Use of Force Report, a comprehensive Chief Koerner’s Message do this with honor, integrity, pride and professionalism.Cottage Grove Public Safety collectively serves our community compassionately providing protection of life and property. We •laden with stress, danger, and dire consequences.circumstances with limited information and time Often, this judgment is made in difficult •community expectations•policy•escalation strategies-de•foreseeable risk of injury associated with force•case law•necessity and authority•totality of the circumstances•Officers should also consider:•and the level of resistance posed by the subject.crime, the severity and immediacy of the threat, Reasonableness is based on the severity of the •that is reasonable.Officers must choose the type and amount of force Pre There are two categories of reportable force, actual and threatened.•placed significant emphasis on these decisions in recent years.escalate situations. CGPD has -force tactics are intended to enhance safety and de-Pre•Stop Sticks•Blocking•PIT/TVI•PIT•interventionsPursuit Other•restraintNeck •Vehicle•Firearm•coverLethal •optionsLethal K9•Baton•impact12ga •impact40mm •Taser•PepperBall•sprayChemical •optionsLess lethal Grappling•Striking•Takedowns•techniquescompliance Pain •holdsEscort •techniquesEmpty hand escalation-De•commandsVerbal •coverContact & •coverdistance, & Time, •responseofficer Multiple •tacticsforce - Officer on matters concerning policy, equipment, tactics, training, and use of force investigations.Provide consultation to command staff •accordingly.make training, equipment, and policy recommendations Review use of force data trends; monitor professional trends and legal updates; and •effectively resolve incidents involving potential or actual force.insuring CGPD is regulated, equipped, and trained to the highest standards to safely, legally, and Record, track, and trend use of force data •e referred to command.l bcompliance with policy, and identify any training, tactics, equipment, or policy concerns. Significant policy violations wilThey may review all relevant documentation and evidence to determine reasonableness, Meet quarterly to review all incidents involving force. •Review .will review the Use of Force report ensuring accurate and thorough documentation•Notify command staff as needed.•Collect evidence and ensure proper documentation of the incident.•Interview subjects and witnesses.•Gather information from the involved officers.•Assess injuries, coordinate medical treatment, and document injuries.•should respond to the scene and perform the following actions:•Sergeant must complete a detailed narrative incident report and a Use of Force report.• UoFVery few departments maintain this level of oversight and data.Present. -Dashboard is tracking data from 2016 Sworn officers: and calls for service.Crime rate is steadily decreasing despite increasing population $108,887Median household income: 3.1%Poverty rate: 19.3%Minority population: 39,926Population: 36.6 sq miGeography: 44 28,077 Calls for service In 2022, there were:86 Incidents involving force In the past 5 years, deadly force was used in for service in 2022.of calls 0.3% Force was involved in only of calls for service.0.0007% 61% of force occurred in response interdiction and deterrence. commitment to proactive crime initiated -The percentage of police This data represents both force.displays/threats of force and actual A display or threat of less lethal force Deployments: 16Display or threat: 55infrequent.tactic. Actual deployments are escalation -is commonly used as a de Our less lethal tactics have proven situation.less lethal force peacefully resolves a Often, the mere display or threat of very effective. Occasionally, less lethal tactics are ineffective. Therefore, we encourage 55% Effective65% Effective70% Effective officers to layer multiple force options as a contingency. In 2022, CGPD was involved in 32 pursuits. *custody deaths.-experiencing Agitated Chaotic Events in order to reduce the risk of inIn 2022, CGPD revised its protocol and implemented specific training for controlling subjects Application of soft restraints and sedation are EMS functions. 2022 force on 8 separate occasions. *The 2022 data is skewed by one repeat subject who required the use 2022-2016 Mental illness and drug/alcohol use are significant contributing factors. CGPD’s CMU is working to mitigate this effect. Officerseffectiveness of our training.The data reflects the safety of our tactics and 0 Significant injuries2 Decon3 Transported to hospital3 Paramedic evals7 Minor injuries (No treatment necessary)Subjects6 Minor injuries (No treatment necessary) •CGPD’s professionalism and training.This data is a clear indication of •regarding use of force.citizen complaints 0There were •regarding a significant policy violation.cases were referred to command 0•tactics, equipment, or policy.opportunity to improve training, incidents were identified as an 4 •reasonable.of force incidents were deemed 100% 14yr BM (J.M.) at 8531 Greystone Ave2 officer injuries•3 chemical restraints•incidents in 2022UoF8 •In the vast majority of incidents, our officers are employing best practices and exercising good judgment.•Low injury rates indicate our tactics are safe and our training is effective.•force tactics and the threat of force.-Most incidents are resolved with pre•Force is seldomly used and deadly force is extremely rare. •Effective cooperation between Patrol, SWAT, and EMS•Rapid SWAT deployment w/ Tier 1 capabilities•Equipment, tactics & training for hostage rescue available at the patrol level•agency cooperation-Effective inter•Effective incident command•UoF Review:•INV assisted SPPD with the subsequent investigation.rescued without incident. The victim was evacuated and treated/transported by CGEMS. CG Patrol and seized the opportunity to initiate a hostage rescue entry. The suspects were arrested and the victim was attempted to communicate with the suspects without success. When a suspect opened the door, SWAT rescue plan with explosive breaching. Meanwhile, SPPD drafted a search warrant. SWAT negotiators intel, prepared a rescue plan, and began evacuations. SWAT was activated. SWAT developed a dynamic away. SPPD located the vehicle at the Wakota Inn. CGPD Patrol officers established containment, gathered In the early a.m. hours, a shooting occurred in St. Paul, in which a female was shot and driven Summary:•St th Wakota Inn, 7125 80Location:•9/26/22Date:•CG22021197ICR: Officers who receive more training hours have a decreased likelihood of using force. (Police Executive Research Forum, 2021) •Investigative skills & knowledge•Officer wellness•Mental health awareness•Firearms skills & safety•custody death-Unarmed control techniques which minimize risk of injury and in•Safer vehicle intervention tactics•escalation strategies-Risk mitigation and de•Instructor & leader development MONTHLY IN 94Total 3(Lexipol)duty policy-On23(Patrol Online)duty virtual-On6duty simulator-On6-On56Service-Monthly InHOURSTRAINING.year license renewal cycle-MN POST requires 48 hours per 3*1Policy2Medical4Wellness11Investigations3based training-Reality4Driving & pursuit intervention2Patrol tactics12Firearms12Use of force3(E.g. Conflict management, mental health, & diversity)MN POST Mandated HOURSSERVICE TRAINING- •legal claims resulting from the 2020 riots could cost more than $111M.Police misconduct is increasingly costly. Minneapolis PD paid approximately $66M in the past decade and pending •CGPD is liable for misconduct.•Officers are civilly and criminally liable for misconduct.•based training improve human performance during critical incidents.-Repetition and reality•Critical skills and knowledge depreciate unless practiced regularly.•The lives and safety of our citizens and officers depend on sound judgment and proficient skills. •under challenging circumstances. As such:Use of force incidents are low frequency, high stakes events requiring rapid and precise decisions and actions •Promote best practices to provide the highest quality service to our citizens.•Ensure compliance with relevant laws, policy, and community expectations; and•Ensure proficiency in all duties, knowledge and skills required of a CGPD officer;•Promote professionalism and professional development;•Exceed Minnesota POST Board Standards;•faceted and comprehensive approach intended to:-CGPD’s annual training plan is a multi Consider purchasing Taser 7 or 10’s for instructors for T&E.•Consider purchasing an additional ballistic shield for the patrol division.•Consider replacing the remaining 2 old SWAT rifles•Maxx munition-Continuing T&E of PepperBall Blast and LiveAdded breaching and first aid equipment to all patrol squadsmarking impact munitionDefTecExact impact munition with DefTecReplaced coded launchers for rapid identification (40mm: orange, PepperBall: yellow)-ColorPurchased 4 PepperBall 40mm launchers to equip all squadsRemoving shotguns from serviceEquip all officers with pistol red dot sightssprayRepuls4 OC spray with -Replaced MkReplaced INV and most SWAT rifles Training CGFD medics on safer restraint techniques for resistant/combative patients•Removing 12ga impact munitions as a less lethal option due to safety and liability concerns.•more effective.based techniques which are simpler, safer and -used LOCKUP techniques with jujitsu-Replacing seldom•Implemented a safer means of securing resistant/assaultive suspects squads.risk vehicle intervention and VCQB tactics.-Implemented safer high •Currently, there are no pending policy change recommendations pertaining to use of force.•LESO Program•Control Devices•In 2022, CGPD updated the following policies: •crimes.Intervened in several felony violent •community support.We experienced overwhelming •event security evets.In 2022, SWAT completed 28 PR and •when death or great bodily harm are threatened.SWAT operators will only conduct dynamic entries out operations. -dynamic entries in favor of callLong ago, SWAT tactics progressed away from •warrants.Knock -screening, planning and approving NoIn 2022, SWAT adopted a stringent protocol for •considered only for very dangerous situations.knock and nighttime warrant service is -No•operations.Knock warrant -In 2022, SWAT performed 0 No •Hosted training for patrol officers and supervisors•Basic SWAT course•NOREX•Conferences & external courses•8 Hours)-Quarterly negotiator and tech training (4•Quarterly breacher training (4 Hours)•Monthly sniper qualifications (2 Hours)•service @ Ripley (50 Hours)-Fall in•service @ HERO (40 Hours)-Spring in•Monthly training (10 Hours)•190 annual training hours: •Enhanced tactical training for negotiators and tech operators•thermal breaching pens, & hydraulic breaching kitmateriel rifle, Level IV shield, -Acquired a new robot, anti•WCSO approved plan to acquire second Bearcat•relations eventsNew missions including QRF, event security, & public •breaking 50 missions-Completed a record•Anniversary th 25 •Accountability•Review and assessment of the effectiveness•Documentation•Enhanced policy governing use and supervision•Training•Transparency•Community engagement and input•oriented policing-Commitmen t to constitutional and community•Annual notice given to the community of CGPD’s intent to acquire controlled property•Annual notice given to City Council of CGPD’s intent to acquire controlled property from federal sources•In 2022, Executive Order #14074 was signed requiring:•Promotes preparedness, safety, and cost savings.•Controlled property including an armored vehicle, ballistic protection, robots, and night vision.•Training and emergency management equipment; and•AED’s, rescue equipment, and first aid kits;•Medical supplies and personal protective equipment;•Over the past 3 years, CGPD has acquired significant caches of: •inquisitive and supportive when the program is explained.Very few citizen concerns have been expressed. Generally, citizens are •CGPD has received overwhelming support for continued participation.•LESO Program.CGPD is actively engaged with the community regarding our participation in the QUESTIONS CGPD appreciates your support!