3.220 Foot Pursuits

Question 1

3.220 Foot Pursuits
130. **A supervisor will make reasonable efforts to ascertain information, direct responding resources, and take command of the foot pursuit. The supervisors physical presence is not required to exercise control over the foot pursuit and the supporting resources. Recognizing that foot pursuits are dynamic and dangerous for both the public and involved officers, supervisors will make every effort to respond and will continuously assess the situation to ensure the foot pursuit is conducted within established department guidelines. True or false ?

Answer 1

True

Question 2

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

Answer 2

Containment

Question 3

Officers may initiate foot pursuits of any individual(s) the officer:

Answer 3

Reasonably believes is engaged in criminal activity

Question 4

Officers initiating a foot pursuit should broadcast the following information:

Answer 4

a. Unit identifier
b. Location and direction of travel
c. Reason for the foot pursuit
d. Number of subjects and descriptions
e. Whether the subject is known or believed to be armed

Question 5

When an officer is unable to promptly and effectively broadcast information, or when an officer loses sight of a suspect, the officer should consider transitioning to:

Answer 5

Containment

Question 6

A supervisor will respond to a foot pursuit when the following occur:

Answer 6

a. Injury to an officer, citizen, or suspect

b. Any entry into a residence or similar structure, regardless if it is occupied

c. Any reportable force

D. Any other unusual occurrence that warrants supervisory oversight.

Question 7

136. ***Upon apprehension of the suspect the supervisor should promptly respond to the termination point and direct post-pursuit activity. Supervisors should conduct the following

Answer 7

After action review with the officers involved.