One Day Seminar

Course Description

This course raises officer's and supervisor's awareness, understanding and recognition of the phenomenon commonly referred to as "Suicide by Cop". It describes what constitutes a "Suicide by Cop" incident and addresses the belief that these incidents are often no win situations for responding officers.The course assesses the ability of call intake personnel, dispatchers and first responders to recognize a potential "Suicide by Cop" incident. It teaches frequently observed behaviors, common myths and realities associated with suicidal conduct. It discusses methods for identifying and dealing with these events, with an emphasis on officer safety.The course identifies tactical considerations and discusses alternatives for handling potential "Suicide by Cop" incidents. It uses videotapes to show "Suicide by Cop" reenactments and discusses current events. Finally, the course examines the psychological impact on the involved officers and their related agencies following a "Suicide by Cop" incidenthis

Instructor

Chic Daniel retired as a Detective from the Los Angeles Police Department in 1998 after 25 years of service. Chic spent twelve years assigned to the Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) unit. During this time, he was involved in the service of hundreds of high risk search warrants and the creation of tactics used in the service of these warrants. Chic was also a member of the Crisis Negotiations Team (CNT) dealing with barricaded suspects, hostage situations and the growing number of suicide related calls. He was assigned for nine years as a narcotic detection canine handler at the Los Angeles International Airport and was involved with the training of numerous narcotic canines. Daniel has taught and continues to teach classes dealing with Search Warrant Preparation and Service, Crisis Negotiations, Suicide by Cop, Airport Interdiction and Courtroom Testimony relating to Narcotic Detection Canines.