| Critical Incident Briefing – September 9, 2023 -85th Ave and Indian School Rd | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2869 | Police | | 9/22/2023 10:00:00 PM | | https://youtu.be/7x9hbo-yaxY?feature=shared | Critical Incident Briefing – September 9, 2023 -85th Ave and Indian School Rd | <div class="ExternalClassFD7085C3708E486C90B25763FCBD21E7"><html>
<p><strong style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.</strong></p>
<p>The Phoenix Police Department released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video that includes audio, visuals and information related to an officer-involved shooting (OIS) which occurred on September 9, 2023. </p>
<p>This incident began when officers responded to an emergency call of an aggravated assault in the neighborhood of 85th Avenue and Indian School Road.</p>
<p>During the initial investigation, it was learned the victim was robbed of his car at gun point. </p>
<p>Patrol officers worked with the victim and using the vehicle's GPS they tracked the car into the city of Glendale. The Phoenix Police Air Unit spotted the car as a man parked it and went inside a house near 8700 West Glendale Avenue.</p>
<p>Officers contained the house and began negotiations. </p>
<p>About 24 Minutes into the negotiations, the man came out of the house and walked to the end of the driveway. </p>
<p>Officers continued to give the man commands at which time he pulled a handgun from his waistline and pointed it towards officers. It was at this time; three officers fired their duty guns and struck him.</p>
<p>After the shooting, officers attempted to clear the property; however, they noticed a strong odor of gas coming from the inside of the house. Out of concerns for their safety, officers evacuated the immediate area.</p>
<p>A team of officers with appropriate protective equipment assembled and completed clearing the house; noting a green propane canister had been left on. </p>
<p>After the scene was safe, Glendale Fire Department responded and pronounced the man deceased.</p>
<p>The gun displayed by the man was found on the ground next to him. It was determined to be a pellet gun resembling a semi-automatic handgun.</p>
<p>All three officers involved in this incident are assigned to the Maryvale Estrella Mountain Precinct and have about six, seven, and eight years of service with the department respectively.</p>
<p>Conclusions about whether the actions of the officers are consistent with department policy and the law will not be made until all facts are known and the investigation is complete. An internal investigation by the Professional Standard Bureau is currently underway, in addition to a criminal investigation. Once the criminal investigation is complete it will then be reviewed by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. </p>
<p>Public records law required redaction of certain personal identifying information before video is released publicly. This is why you may see some parts of Body Worn Camera (BWC) blurred or covered with a black box. Redacted video is released to local media in conjunction with the release of this Critical Incident Briefing for independent review and publication. Complete, unedited versions of the BWC are released to attorneys and the courts as evidence in a criminal case.<br></p>
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| Animal Cruelty Code Bans Chains; Requires Shelter | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2847 | Police | | 8/29/2023 2:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2847/Newsroom size.jpg | | Animal Cruelty Code Bans Chains; Requires Shelter | <div class="ExternalClass51F1DC62F6034E74996325E0021C22C6"><html>
<p>The Phoenix City Council recently passed an update to the city’s Animal Cruelty Ordinance. This update is the result of a review by city staff of the ordinance with input from animal welfare organizations, and several city departments.<br></p>
<p>Of the changes made, two are important to note. Updates were made to the definition of <strong>adequate shelter </strong>and the<strong> types of restraints </strong>a dog owner can use. Chains have been outlawed as an option for tethering a dog. <br></p>
<p>The first major change to the Animal Cruelty Ordinance was to change the definition of adequate shelter. The exact verbiage of Ordinance 8-3.K.8 now reads: <br></p>
<p>Adequate shelter means any natural or artificial cover accessible to an animal throughout the year, which is structurally sound, maintained in good repair to protect the animal from injury, and of sufficient size to permit the animal to enter, stand, turn around and lie down in a natural manner. Adequate shelter must protect the animal from extreme weather conditions, have adequate ventilation and drainage, and maintained in a manner which minimizes the risk of disease, infestations, or parasites. <br></p>
<p>The second major change to the Animal Cruelty Ordinance was to ban animal owners from using chains to tether their animals. Owner who do use chains can now be cited under Unlawful Restraint of Dog 8-3.08.A.5. The exact verbiage of the new ordinance reads: <br></p>
<p>Restraint means a rope, tether, leash, cable, or other device OTHER THAN A CHAIN that attaches a dog to a stationary object or trolley system. <br></p>
<p>Read the updated Ordinance: <a href="https://phoenix.municipal.codes/CC/8" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="0">https://phoenix.municipal.codes/CC/8</a>.</p><p><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">For ongoing animal neglect issues, the City of Phoenix has created an online reporting system on </span><a style="background-color:window;font-size:10pt;" data-linkindex="0" data-auth="NotApplicable" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" href="https://phxatyourservice.dynamics365portals.us/">myPHX311</a><span style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"> that will direct concerns to the appropriate entity to address. Once the form is filled out, it will be sent to either the City of Phoenix Neighborhood Services, Maricopa County Animal Control, the Arizona Humane Society or the Phoenix Police Department to look into the issue. </span><br></p><p>Report animal neglect: <a href="https://phoenix-gov.formstack.com/forms/animal_neglect%2520" target="_blank">https://phoenix-gov.formstack.com/forms/animal_neglect </a></p><p>This form is not intended for animals currently in distress. If you observe an animal in distress call Phoenix Police at 602-262-6151. <br><br></p>
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| Critical Incident Briefing – August 10, 2023 - SR51 & Indian School Rd | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2843 | Police | | 8/24/2023 10:00:00 PM | | https://youtu.be/P4yfCY8RvmU | Critical Incident Briefing – August 10, 2023 - SR51 & Indian School Rd | <div class="ExternalClass52D6AB5D653B42CA9BF0F3A8211CAFED"><html>
<p><strong style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.</strong></p>
<p>The Phoenix Police Department released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video that includes audio, visuals and information related to an officer-involved shooting (OIS) which occurred on August 10, 2023. </p>
<p>This incident began while officers were helping an outside agency investigate a car associated with a shooting. </p>
<p>While officers attempted to stop the vehicle in the area of 20th Street and Thomas Road, the driver fled the area. </p>
<p>The Phoenix Police helicopter followed the vehicle as it drove into a shopping plaza near Camelback Road and 18th Street and witnessed as the suspect attempted to rob a victim of their car. </p>
<p>After the failed carjacking, the car continued south onto State Route 51 and came to a stop just south of Indian School Road. </p>
<p>The driver got out of his car on the freeway and attempted to rob a second victim's car at gun point. It is at this time, an officer driving an unmarked car confronted the suspect yelling at him to drop it. That is when the officer fired his duty gun at the suspect. </p>
<p>The suspect ran north on the freeway and carjacked a man driving a truck at gunpoint. While driving the stolen truck south on the freeway, the suspect drove past the officer on foot who fired additional rounds. </p>
<p>Following this shooting, The Phoenix Police Helicopter followed the suspect as he continued to drive through side streets into south Phoenix crashing into multiple vehicles and committing additional violent crimes. </p>
<p>This encounter ended after the man crashed a vehicle in the area of 10th Avenue and Dobbins Road. He was taken into custody unharmed and with no injury from gunfire. </p>
<p>The officer involved in this incident is assigned to the Mountain View Precinct and has 19 years of service with the department. <br></p>
<p>Conclusions about whether the actions of the officers are consistent with department policy and the law will not be made until all facts are known and the investigation is complete. An internal investigation by the Professional Standard Bureau is currently underway, in addition to a criminal investigation. Once the criminal investigation is complete it will then be reviewed by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. </p>
<p>Public records law required redaction of certain personal identifying information before video is released publicly. This is why you may see some parts of Body Worn Camera (BWC) blurred or covered with a black box. Redacted video is released to local media in conjunction with the release of this Critical Incident Briefing for independent review and publication. Complete, unedited versions of the BWC are released to attorneys and the courts as evidence in a criminal case.<br></p>
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| Critical Incident Briefing – August 1, 2023 - 35th Avenue and Bell Road | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2833 | Police | | 8/15/2023 10:00:00 PM | | https://youtu.be/5mUazKmZXvo | Critical Incident Briefing – August 1, 2023 - 35th Avenue and Bell Road | <div class="ExternalClass740FF7D4FA8D4B48A7B53BDA92002610"><html>
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The Phoenix Police Department released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video that includes audio, visuals and information related to an officer-involved shooting (OIS) which occurred on
August 1, 2023.
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<span style="" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">This incident occurred in a north Phoenix neighborhood near 35th Avenue and Bell Road after Phoenix Police received an emergency call of a subject waving a gun. </span>
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<span style="" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">The caller indicated a male was on a residential street waiving a gun wearing a white shirt and gray pants.</span>
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<span style="" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Additional information was learned that the suspect had also been intimidating neighbors with the gun and may have been the subject of an emergency 911 call the day before for similar activity.</span>
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<span style="" data-ccp-parastyle="x_msonormal">drove</span>
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<span style="" data-ccp-parastyle="x_msonormal">When the first two officers </span>
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<span style="" data-ccp-parastyle="x_msonormal">As the marked patrol Tahoe stop</span><span style="" data-ccp-parastyle="x_msonormal">ped</span>
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<span style="" data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">The handgun the man was holding was recovered by patrol officers and placed in a patrol Tahoe for safe keeping. </span>
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Conclusions about whether the actions of the officers are consistent with department policy and the law will not be made until all facts are known and the investigation is complete. An internal investigation by the Professional Standard Bureau is currently
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| The Phoenix Police Department Welcomes Next Steps in DOJ Investigation | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2827 | Police | | 8/3/2023 11:00:00 PM | | https://youtu.be/yXVh8AT3hvs | The Phoenix Police Department Welcomes Next Steps in DOJ Investigation | <div class="ExternalClass688990C514CD46E3BC37201485C91424"><html>
<p>Phoenix, AZ –The City of Phoenix and the Phoenix Police Department are continuing to collaborate with the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) during its ongoing “Pattern or Practice" investigation into Phoenix PD. Over the course of the now 24-month investigation, city and police leaders have provided the DOJ with documents, videos, interviews, ride-a-longs, and access to training sessions with the department.</p>
<p>The investigation has come with challenges, as it took several months to negotiate a method for sharing sensitive law enforcement information which complied with FBI standards. The City of Phoenix follows FBI rules for Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS), which regulate the sharing of sensitive information like fingerprints, documents, and other evidence belonging to those involved in the criminal justice process. The DOJ initially declined several offered solutions, however both parties came to an agreement in late 2021.</p>
<p>Since resolving the issue, the City of Phoenix has provided more than 20,000 Body Worn Camera videos and 80,000 requested documents to DOJ investigators. </p>
<p>During the seventh, and most recent in-person site visit from April 11–14, 2023, DOJ investigators interviewed staff members on the Community Assistance Program (CAP) and Field Training Officer (FTO) program. Additionally, the DOJ took part in a learning session to better understand the City of Phoenix's public records request process. During the four-day site visit in April, the DOJ also spent significant time at the Phoenix Regional Police Academy where they observed Small Team Tactics and High-Risk Vehicle Stop training. </p>
<p>During previous site visits to Phoenix in 2022, representatives participated in more than 200 hours of ride-alongs while touring and observing multiple precincts across the city. The DOJ participated in other noteworthy exercises to include the shadowing of School Resource Officers (SRO), Community Action Officers (CAO), and attending supervisor leadership training and use of force training. In between site visits, the City of Phoenix routinely met virtually with DOJ attorneys to provide clarification on documents shared and technology used to capture data.</p>
<p>The City of Phoenix welcomes the next steps in this process and continues open dialogue with DOJ leadership. For detailed information on the investigation including an updated timeline, please visit: <a target="_blank" href="/policesite/Pages/DOJ.aspx">phoenix.gov/police/doj</a><br></p>
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<strong>BACKGROUND ON INVESTIGATION</strong>
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<p>On August 5<sup>th</sup>, 2021, the United States Department of Justice announced a Civil Pattern or Practice investigation into the Phoenix Police Department. This is the 71<sup>st</sup> investigation of its kind since the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (H.R. 3355) was signed into law by President Bill Clinton. The law provides The Department of Justice authority to initiate and conduct Pattern or Practice (PoP) civil investigations of municipal, county, and state-based law enforcement organizations. As outlined in the DOJ's initial announcement and notice to the city of Phoenix, this investigation encompasses five focus areas which are as follows:</p>
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<li>Assess all types of force, including deadly force.</li>
<li>Whether PPD engages in retaliatory activity against people for conduct protected by the first Amendment.</li>
<li>Whether PPD engages in discriminatory policing.</li>
<li>Whether PPD unlawfully seizes or disposes of the belongings of individuals experiencing homelessness.</li>
<li>Assess City and Police systems and practices for responding to people with disabilities.</li>
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<strong>PROCESS MOVING FORWARD</strong>
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<p>According to the DOJ website, the division will issue a public report detailing the findings at the conclusion of its investigation. If investigators do not find systemic violations of constitutional or federal statutory rights by the Phoenix Police Department, then the investigation will be closed.</p>
<p>If the investigation does reveal what the DOJ considers to be patterns or practices of misconduct, it will articulate what those are, and create Recommended Remedial Measures (RRM) to correct them. These measures usually take the form of a negotiated, and then court ordered agreement overseen by an independent monitor, according to the <a style="background-color:window;font-size:10pt;" target="_blank" href="https://www.justice.gov/file/how-pp-investigations-work/download">Department of Justice Website</a>.<br></p>
<p>If the DOJ and law enforcement entity being investigated are unable to negotiate an agreement, the DOJ can bring a lawsuit in attempt to secure their recommendations, according to U.S. law.<br></p><br></html></div> | https://phoenix.gov/police | Video | police | Police | | |
| Critical Incident Briefing: July 20, 2023 – 19th Avenue and Union Hills Drive | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2825 | Police | | 8/3/2023 10:00:00 PM | | https://youtu.be/962E-5LKd2Q | Critical Incident Briefing: July 20, 2023 – 19th Avenue and Union Hills Drive | <div class="ExternalClassE44A497CC3CA4DD0A130D479BBD5E79D"><html>
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<strong>WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.</strong>
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<p>The Phoenix Police Department released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video that includes audio, visuals and information related to an in-custody death incident which occurred on July 20, 2023. </p>
<p>This incident occurred in a shopping plaza located in the northeast corner of 19<sup>th</sup> Avenue and Union Hills Drive when Phoenix Police received a 911 call to check the welfare of a man acting aggressive.</p>
<p>When the first two officers arrived, they saw the man described on the call walking through the shopping center. </p>
<p>Officers tried to contact him. However, the man did not respond and continued to walk away. </p>
<p>From a distance, officers saw the man stumble and fall into a brick landscaping wall near Union Hills Drive and drove to him. </p>
<p>They handcuffed the man and walked him to a shady part of a nearby storefront and requested the Phoenix Fire Department for medical aid. </p>
<p>As the Phoenix Fire Department arrived, the man became unresponsive and life-saving measures were attempted. He was later taken to the hospital where he was pronounced deceased.</p>
<p>The officers involved in this incident are assigned to the Black Mountain Precinct and have 12 years and 4 years of service with the department respectively.</p>
<p>Conclusions about whether the actions of the officers are consistent with department policy and the law will not be made until all facts are known and the investigation is complete. An internal investigation by the Professional Standard Bureau is currently underway, in addition to a criminal investigation. Once the criminal investigation is complete it will then be reviewed by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.<br> <br>Public records law required redaction of certain personal identifying information before video is released publicly. This is why you may see some parts of Body Worn Camera (BWC) blurred or covered with a black box. Redacted video is released to local media in conjunction with the release of this Critical Incident Briefing for independent review and publication. Complete, unedited versions of the BWC are released to attorneys and the courts as evidence in a criminal case.<br></p>
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| Crime Trending Down in First Half of 2023 | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2823 | Police | | 8/2/2023 9:00:00 PM | https://www.phoenix.gov/newssite/Lists/NewsArticle/Attachments/2823/Newsroom Graphic (4).png | | Crime Trending Down in First Half of 2023 | <div class="ExternalClass3AAA559B71F34D17B813AC5A6F9111E9"><html>
<p></p><p>The Phoenix Police Department continuously focuses on preventing and solving crime, supporting victims, and addressing quality of life issues that affect our community. </p><p>Six months into 2023, the police department is pleased to say that overall violent crime is down 2%, and overall property crime is down 19% compared to the first six months of 2022.</p><p>“I think we've got a good momentum going but there's a lot more to do. This is work that continues every day and we are not going to let up," said Interim Police Chief Michael Sullivan.</p><p>Below is a breakdown of Uniform Crimes Reporting (UCR) numbers for <a target="_blank" href="/policesite/Documents/2023_UCR_monthly.pdf">2023</a> and a comparison to the previous year. UCR numbers are regularly updated on the police department's webpage for <a target="_blank" href="/police/resources-information/crime-stats-maps">Crime Statistics</a>.</p><p><strong>VIOLENT CRIMES</strong></p><p>Overall violent crime is down 2% in Phoenix. Violent crimes include homicide, robbery, aggravated assault and rape. </p><p>Homicides and robberies have both seen more than a 10% decrease so far this year. <br></p><p><img style="margin:5px;width:495px;" src="/policesite/MediaAssets/violent%20crimes2023midyear.PNG" /><br></p><p></p><p>Homicides are down more than 13%. There was a total of 98 homicides in the first six months of 2023, compared to 113 in the same time period of 2022. In 82% of the 2023 cases a firearm was involved. </p><p>The clearance rate through the first six months of 2023 is 96.6%. This clearance rate includes clearances of homicides from prior years that were not recorded previously; this is in adherence to UCR reporting criteria. </p><p>If you exclude the previous years' clearances, that puts this year's clearance rate at 81.6%.</p><p>Robberies are down 12%, aggravated assaults have remained about the same as the year before, and rapes are up 10%. There were 51 more rapes reported in the first six months of this year than in the same time period in 2022. </p><p>The percentage of people victimized by unknown suspects has remained the same. In more than 66% of the reported rapes, the suspect was known to the victim. </p><p>With this increase in rape cases, comes an increase in sexual assault evidence collection kits needing analysis. Phoenix police is working with outside contracted vendors to assist with analyzing these kits. </p><p><strong>PROPERTY CRIMES</strong></p><p>Overall property crime is down 19% in Phoenix. Property crimes reported in UCR include burglary, theft, arson and motor vehicle theft. All areas except motor vehicle theft have seen a decrease in the first six months of 2023. <br></p><p><img style="margin:5px;width:495px;" src="/policesite/MediaAssets/propertycrimes2023midyear.png" /><br></p><p>Looking at the first six months of 2022 and 2023, burglaries are down 10%, theft is down 25.7% and arson is down 30.8%. </p><p>Motor vehicle theft has gone up 4% in the first six months of 2023. <br></p><p>Two types of vehicles, Kia and Hyundai, have seen a drastic increase in theft in 2023, while all other vehicle makes have seen a decrease. This increase is, in part, is believed to be associated with a social media trend involving the theft of Kia and Hyundai vehicles. Had the number of Kia and Hyundai thefts remained the same as 2022, overall </p><p>auto thefts would have decreased by 24%. There is also the possibility that those looking to steal automobiles chose Kia and Hyundai makes over other vehicles, accounting for the decrease in other makes and the significant increase in Kia and Hyundai makes. <br></p><p><img style="margin:5px;width:495px;" src="/policesite/MediaAssets/stolenvehicles2023midyear.png" /><br></p><p><strong>OFFICER-INVOLVED SHOOTINGS</strong></p><p>Year-to-date, there have been 21 officer-involved shootings. Eighteen of those happening in the first six months of 2023 as compared to 13, in the first six months of 2022. </p><p>Of the 21 shootings this year, 16 of the suspects were armed with a firearm or replica firearm. Twelve of those suspects were prohibited possessors. </p><p>“A key component of the Crime Reduction Plan released in June is to focus on those who are illegally carry firearms. It is clear from what we've seen so far this year that prohibited possessors pose a danger to our community given the fact that they are not only willing to illegally possess weapons but use them against police officers," said Interim Chief Sullivan. </p><p>Four suspects were armed with a weapon other than a firearm. It was later determined that two suspects died of self-inflicted gunshot wounds. </p><p>Additional data on officer-involved shootings can be found on the <a href="https://stories.opengov.com/phoenixaz/published/26IwcDHW8" target="_blank">Open Data Dashboard</a>.</p><p>In June, the updated draft <a href="/newsroom/police/2776" target="_blank">Use of Force Policy</a> was released. Forty-four substantive changes were made to emphasize the concepts of using time, distance and cover, various de-escalation techniques and force application standards. A copy of the updated draft Use of Force policy is available for <a href="https://public.powerdms.com/PhoenixPD/tree/documents/2604289" target="_blank">review now</a>. </p><p>Additional draft polices are under review related to Force Response Options, Reporting and Administrative Review and Duty to Intervene.</p><p>The finalized Use of Force Policy is expected to go into effect in early 2024. </p><p><strong>GUN CRIMES</strong></p><p>Non-fatal shootings are down in 2023. In the first six months of this year, we have seen a nearly 15% decrease in the number of shooting victims. </p><p>Year-to-date 2,547 guns have been impounded, compared to 2,700 in 2022 from January to the end of June. </p><p>In April 2023, Phoenix police launched the Non-Fatal Shooting Investigation Squad as a project within the Crime Gun Intelligence Unit. Their goal is to respond to the scene of non-fatal shootings, whenever a bullet pierces the skin, to assist or assume the investigation. Hear more about this unit on the <a href="https://ktar.com/category/podcast_player/?a=a67dd716-5413-4b6e-8e84-b02b00fd0cb9&pr=2d626a5f-d56c-447b-b21c-a8dc00007bae&pl=bb380dec-ccef-4249-a104-a8dc00007bb7&n=5-0+Info" target="_blank">Phoenix 5-0 Info Podcast</a>.<strong style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;"> </strong></p><p><strong>TRAINING</strong></p><p>The Phoenix Police Department is committed to making sure its officers are equipped with the tools and training to best serve the community. </p><p>The types of situations police respond to are constantly changing. Over the last few years there has been a dramatic increase in calls for individuals who are experiencing a mental health crisis, contemplating suicide, and people are armed with weapons. </p><p>That is why the Department introduced Integrating Communications, Assessment and Tactics (ICAT) Training beginning in April 2023. This scenario-based de-escalation training focuses on dealing with subjects who are unarmed or armed with something other than a firearm. There is an emphasis on officers use of time, distance and cover as tactics for de-escalation. </p><p>Currently, 250 employees have been trained, the first being trained are our Field Training Officers (FTO). All FTOs have been since been trained. It is anticipated that the entire department will have been trained by August 2024. </p><p><strong>CRIME REDUCTION PLAN</strong></p><p>At the beginning of June, Interim Chief Sullivan announced the department's <a href="/newsroom/police/2771" target="_blank">Crime Reduction Plan</a>. This plan aims to focus on four priorities to prevent and control crime: the most violent people, the most active areas, prohibited possessors and violent offenders with outstanding arrest warrants.</p><p>Commanders of each precinct and bureau have been making progress on specific plans for their respective areas. <a href="/newsroom/police/2785" target="_blank">Operation Summer Shield</a>, a five-day operation that took place in June, is an example of the work being done to target the most violent people with outstanding warrants and prohibited possessors.</p><p>The full crime plan is available for the public to read on the <a href="/policesite/Documents/Crime_Reduction_Plan.pdf" target="_blank">department's website</a>. <br></p><p><br></p>
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| Critical Incident Briefing: July 17, 2023 - 1726 East Harrison St. | https://www.phoenix.gov/newsroom/police/2821 | Police | | 7/31/2023 10:00:00 PM | | https://youtu.be/XYOGvbtXOC0 | Critical Incident Briefing: July 17, 2023 - 1726 East Harrison St. | <div class="ExternalClass6DC8E00EB3B64BBC974E37CEFFE752F8"><html>
<p><strong style="background-color:window;color:windowtext;font-size:10pt;">WARNING: The attached video may contain strong language as well as graphic images which may be disturbing to some people. Viewer discretion is advised.</strong></p>
<p>The Phoenix Police Department released a Critical Incident Briefing (CIB) video that includes audio, visuals and information related to an officer-involved shooting (OIS) which occurred on July 17, 2023. <br></p>
<p>This incident began in a commercial area near 7<sup>th</sup> Street and Lincoln Street when Phoenix Police officers were called to a single vehicle collision. The callers told 911 operators a man driving a white vehicle crashed into a light pole. Additional calls came in stating the man walked away from the collision and appeared impaired and acted erratically. </p>
<p>One caller told operators he saw the man walk away from the collision and after losing sight of him, heard approximately six gunshots.</p>
<p>When officers arrived, they found an unoccupied passenger car that had collided with a streetlight. Officers saw bullet casings inside the car and witnesses told officers the suspect left on foot, east from the collision. </p>
<p>Additional officers responded and helped to search for the man. One witness directed officers to a man walking next to the railroad tracks near 18<sup>th</sup> Street and Harrison Street who matched the man's description.</p>
<p>Officers gave the man commands to get on the ground. The man began screaming and walking toward officers. Officers used a PepperBall Launcher to encourage the man to follow commands. The man continued to scream and started to walk away while officers moved forward with him. The man stopped and pulled out a gun. Officers commanded the man to drop the gun, but he then pointed it at officers and that is when the officer involved shooting occurred. </p>
<p>After the shooting, officers moved up and provided medical aid to the suspect until fire personnel arrived. The man died from his injuries on scene.</p>
<p>Two firearms were recovered next to the area where the suspect was shot. </p>
<p>The officer involved in this shooting has been with the department for two and a half years and is assigned to the Central City Precinct.</p>
<p>Conclusions about whether the actions of the officers are consistent with department policy and the law will not be made until all facts are known and the investigation is complete. An internal investigation by the Professional Standard Bureau is currently underway, in addition to a criminal investigation. Once the criminal investigation is complete it will then be reviewed by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.<br> <br>Public records law required redaction of certain personal identifying information before video is released publicly. This is why you may see some parts of Body Worn Camera (BWC) blurred or covered with a black box. Redacted video is released to local media in conjunction with the release of this Critical Incident Briefing for independent review and publication. Complete, unedited versions of the BWC are released to attorneys and the courts as evidence in a criminal case.<br></p>
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