Call Off Coms HandBook

What Is the Purpose of Pursuit Call-Off Coms?

The purpose of a pursuit call-off is to protect officer safety and ensure time is not wasted chasing suspects who rely on unrealistic or rule-breaking tactics. This allows officers to refocus efforts on criminals who can be pursued and apprehended fairly.

Authority

The authority to call off a pursuit lies only with:

• Advanced Pursuit Trained Officers

Once a call-off has been declared, all units must immediately comply and disengage from the chase without exception.

When to Call Off

A pursuit must be terminated under any of the following circumstances:

Safety Concerns

• The pursuit presents an unacceptable risk to officers, civilians, or suspects.

• The suspect commits multiple significant rule breaks.

• Insufficient officer presence to safely continue the pursuit.

Rule-Breaking by Suspects

• Entering or retreating into green zones to evade capture.

• Major GTA driving, including but not limited to:

- Cliff launches.

- Unrealistic or impossible stunts.

- Excessive off-road use in vehicles not suited for that environment.

Operational Limitations

• Too few available units to maintain proper control of the situation.

• The suspect’s vehicle possesses an overwhelming and unrealistic advantage.

How to Call Off

Step 1: Radio Communication

Make a clear and direct announcement:

“All units, this Officer [Callsign]. The pursuit of [vehicle description] is now called off due to [reason]. Break off immediately.”

Step 2: Disengagement

• Turn off lights and sirens.

• Break visual contact with the suspect.

• Return to standard patrol duties.

Step 3: Documentation

Documentation is only necessary in situations of frequent rule breaks:

• Document and escalate any observed rule-breaking for further review with CMG Admins. Make sure to have a 10 min clip.

Key Principles

Safety Above Apprehension:

No capture is worth unnecessary risk.

Fair Play:

Pursuits must remain realistic; avoid rewarding unrealistic evasion.

Professionalism:

Communicate clearly, follow procedure, and do not dispute call-off decisions over the radio.