3.220 Foot Pursuits

Question 1

It is the policy of this department that officers _____ engage subjects in a foot pursuit if certain factors are present that warrant the lawful apprehension of a subject attempting to flee.

Answer 1

May

Question 2

Foot pursuits require

Answer 2

Good judgment, sound tactics, and heightened safety awareness

Question 3

Definition of foot pursuit

Answer 3

An incident where an officer chases, on foot, a subject who is attempting to avoid being taken into custody

Question 4

Definition of apprehension

Answer 4

The pursuit of subjects wherein the intent of the pursuing officer is to take the subjects into custody as quickly as possible

Question 5

Definition of Containment

Answer 5

The isolation of a subject within a confined/ controlled area, large or small, with the intent of preventing the subject’s escape

Question 6

The safety of Department personnel and the public ____ be the primary consideration when determining whether a foot pursuit will be initiated or continued

Answer 6

Shall

Question 7

Foot Pursuit Officer Safety Concerns (11 Answers)

Answer 7

1. The potential for violence to officers or citizens
2. The officer is acting alone
3. The subject is known or believed to be armed
4. The officer becomes unsure of his/ her location and direction of travel
5. Radio contact is lost with dispatch or backup officers
6. The Officer loses possession of his/ her firearm, radio, or other essential equipment
7. The subject enters a building, structure, confined space, or otherwise isolated area
8. The officer becomes aware of unanticipated circumstances that increase the risk to officers or the public
9. An officer pursuing multiple subjects does not reasonably believe he/ she would be able to control the subjects should a confrontation occur.
10. Two or more officers involved in the pursuit become separated
11. The need to secure department vehicles

Question 8

Foot pursuit - initiating officer will broadcast

Answer 8

1. Unit identifier
2. Location and direction of travel
3. Reason for the pursuit
4. Number of subjects and descriptions
5. Whether the subject is known or believed to be armed.

Question 9

At the termination of the foot pursuit, the officer will notify dispatch of

Answer 9

The location and the status of the pursuit termination. The officer will also summon medical attention if the subject is injured, complains of injury, or shows signs of distress

Question 10

Foot Pursuit- Transition from apprehension to containment

Answer 10

1. Use protective cover or a position of advantage near where the suspect was last seen

Broadcast suspect description and last direction of travel

Establish a perimeter
Evaluate the time needed for the arrival of additional resources

Question 11

Foot Pursuit - Assisting Officers

Answer 11

All other officers should minimize nonessential radio traffic.

The first responding officer not involved in immediate apprehension of the subject will establish a 360 degree perimeter

Question 12

Foot Pursuit- SUPERVISOR RESPONSIBILITY

Answer 12

Ascertain information
Direct responding resources
Take command of the foot pursuit

Supervisors will make every effort to respond and will continuously assess the situation to ensure the foot pursuit is conducted within established department guidelines.

Question 13

Foot Pursuit- SUPERVISOR WILL RESPOND WHEN THE FOLLOWING OCCURS

Answer 13

1. Injury to an officer, citizen, or suspect
2. Any entry into a residence or similar structure, regardless of it is occupied or not
3. Any reportable force
4. Any other unusual occurrence that warrants supervisory oversight

Upon apprehension of the suspect, the supervisor should promptly respond to the termination point and direct post pursuit activity. Supervisors should conduct an after action review with the officers involved