AI-3.220 FOOT PURSUITS

Question 1

What is a foot pursuit?

Answer 1

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

Question 2

Define apprehension in the context of foot pursuits.

Answer 2

The pursuit of subject(s) wherein the intent of the pursuing officer(s) is to take the subject(s) into custody as quickly as possible.

Question 3

What does containment mean in law enforcement?

Answer 3

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

Question 4

What is the primary consideration when determining whether to initiate or continue a foot pursuit?

Answer 4

The safety of department personnel and the public.

Question 5

What factors should officers consider when deciding to initiate a foot pursuit?

Answer 5

The reason for the foot pursuit and the severity of the crime.

Question 6

True or False: Officers may initiate foot pursuits of individuals they believe are engaged in criminal activity.

Answer 6

True.

Question 7

What should officers consider as alternatives to pursuing a subject?

Answer 7

Pursue to apprehend vs. pursue to contain.

Question 8

List three officer safety concerns during a foot pursuit.

Answer 8

• The potential for violence to officer(s) or citizens.
• The officer is acting alone.
• The subject is known or believed to be armed.

Question 9

What is the responsibility of the officer initiating the pursuit?

Answer 9

To coordinate the progress of the pursuit and communicate essential information.

Question 10

What information should officers broadcast when initiating a foot pursuit?

Answer 10

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

Question 11

Fill in the blank: Officers should consider transitioning from ‘pursuit to apprehend’ to _______ when they lose sight of the suspect.

Answer 11

pursuit to contain.

Question 12

What should an officer do in the transition to containment?

Answer 12

• Use protective cover or a position of advantage near where the suspect was last seen.
• Broadcast the suspect’s description and last direction of travel.
• Establish a perimeter.
• Evaluate the time needed for the arrival of additional resources.

Question 13

What are the responsibilities of assisting officers during a foot pursuit?

Answer 13

Minimize nonessential radio traffic and establish a 360-degree perimeter.

Question 14

What is the role of a supervisor during a foot pursuit?

Answer 14

To ascertain information, direct responding resources, and take command of the foot pursuit.

Question 15

List two situations that require a supervisor to respond to a foot pursuit.

Answer 15

• Injury to an officer, citizen, or suspect.
• Any entry into a residence or similar structure, regardless if it is occupied or not.

Question 16

What actions should Dispatch personnel take when aware of a foot pursuit?

Answer 16

• Initiate a Code Red on channel.
• Request and dispatch Air Support and K9 whenever possible.
• Notify the field supervisor.
• Contact and coordinate additional resources as directed by the field supervisor.