Chief of Police Guidelines for Handling Serious Assaults
April 8, 2025
The police are instructed to use their service weapons and to arrest suspects without delay in cases of serious assaults against officers. The new directive from the Chief of Police outlines guidelines for the protection of police members, emphasizing the swift prosecution of offenders in court. Cases of serious assaults are recognized, and officers are encouraged to carry personal equipment while on duty. The message conveyed is one of zero tolerance for assaults against police officers.