Pursuit Flashcards
What circumstances is the decision to pursue made under?
Difficult, unpredictable, and rapidly changing circumstances
Bubble Tatic
Non-code utilized when attempting to contain a suspect in mobile vehicle
Caravanning
Units not involved in pursuit traveling on same road while not obeying
ALL traffic laws
Is caravanning permitted?
No
Why does LVMPD engage in pursuits?
To arrest offenders when necessary and protest citizens and their rights
When can Officers engage in a pursuit?
- Violent felonies
- If suspect presents a clear and immediate danger to the public
What must a Sgt. do when an Officer engages in a pursuit?
Verbally approve pursuit over the radio and monitor
What will Officers and Sgt. consider when engaging in a pursuit?
- Immediate apprehension of suspect outweighs danger to pursuit
- Is suspect known
- Speed
- Traffic (road conditions)
- Environmental (residential/rural)
- Weather
- Time of day (visibility)
- Alternatives (air unit/bubble tactic/PIT/unmarked surveillance)
How many units are allowed in pursuit without supervisor approval?
3
Who must complete a Blue Team during pursuit?
Anyone who at any time had primary in pursuit has to complete their OWN Blue Team
Can supervisors join a pursuit?
Yes, but will relinquish their position when another Officer joins
What is the primary goal of the decisions made by officer and supervisors during pursuit?
Assure safety of innocent citizens, officers, and when possible suspects
What will Officer do when supervisor orders the discontinuation of pursuit?
- Immediately cease emergency operations, reduce speed, and discontinue visual
- Broadcast via radio officer has discontinued and lost visual
What are the 3 things an Officer who is engaged in a pursuit and gets into an accident can continue with pursuit?
- No unit is available to assume pursuit or respond to unit
- Damage is minor and vehicle is operational without danger
- No apparent injuries
True/False: An officer does not have to notify communications when primary in pursuit
False