MAY 2025 NEWSLETTER

Officer Safety & Pursuit Protocol

• In the event of a vehicle crash during a pursuit or if an officer is injured (e.g., by gunfire or other causes), officers need to stop and render aid. We've seen a concerning increase in units driving past injured or crashed-out officers without providing assistance. This is a serious safety issue — officer well-being always comes first.

Report Review Channel – Now Available!

• We now have the #report-review channel in the Municipal Police discord.

  • This is a valuable tool to help ensure your reports are complete, accurate, and court-ready.

    • How to use it:

      • Post the report type and report number in the channel.

      • A supervisor will review and either approve it or return it with feedback for correction.

• 💡 Use this resource — there’s no reason not to!

• If you have questions about report writing, consult the Municipal Police Handbook or open a staff ticket in Discord.

Call & Traffic Stop Conduct

• There has been an uptick in the number of units attaching to calls and traffic stops unnecessarily.

• Traffic Stops: Limit to 2 officers + 1 supervisor, unless additional backup is clearly needed.

• REMINDER: Always call yourself en route. A lack of communication leads to overcrowded scenes.

  • If radio traffic is held, use the /radiochat command to mark yourself en route.

Pursuit Policy Reminder

• Officers must strictly follow the pursuit policy. Pursuits should only occur for reasons listed within the guidelines. While supervisors can approve or deny pursuits, it is the initiating officer’s responsibility to ensure the pursuit is justified.

Maintaining Professionalism

• As public servants of San Andreas, we must hold ourselves to the highest standards of professionalism.

• If a civilian becomes agitated or confrontational, do not lose your temper. Instead, aim to de-escalate and resolve the situation.

• Need help handling difficult interactions? Reach out to staff — and we can walk through some scenario-based guidance.

Bureau of Professional Development:

• • We are always looking for new Field Training Officers! Do YOU want to make a difference in our department? Are you interested in teaching and assisting other officers? This is a great opportunity to show initiative and dedication to the department by becoming a Field Training Officer!

    • Get started on the short application here!

  • Our Field Training Officers in the Bureau of Professional Development get exclusive access to special perks and reward opportunities!

    • Check out the rewards & perks in this infographic!

  • A few minor changes to the Advanced Training Course (ATC) and Introduction to Law (ITL) materials were announced a few days ago, including information on Criminal Investigations, Crime Scene Management, and the newest case law, Arizona v. Grant.

• Sergeant Entrance Program:

  • Our Sergeant Entrance Program is currently closed. At this time, we do not have a timeline on reopening the program to new applicants; however, for those who are interested in joining, continue to meet eligibility requirements and work on your applications to have them ready!

  • We've been conducting and incorporating refinements to the evaluation process to help reduce time within the program, allowing for an efficient and smooth process for an adequate and exceptional progress path for Sergeant Opportunities.

Bureau of Investigative Services:

• Criminal Investigations Division:

  • April Statistics:

    • 19 Total Cases

      • 10 Cases Cleared: by Arrest or Warrant Filed (52.7%)

      • 7 Cases Closed: Leads Exhausted (36.8%)

      • 2 Open Cases (10.5%)

    • Applications are open beginning on May 1st until May 15th, as a reminder for divisional requirements:

      • Must be the rank of Patrol Officer I or higher.

      • Must have completed all of the Officer Success Programs (OSPs)

      • Must be at least 30 days free of any disciplinary actions from all departments.

      • Must be in good standing with Municipal Police CoC.

        • Are you interested in joining the Criminal Investigations Division? Apply here!

  • Divisional Activity Requirements:

    • All investigators must patrol for three (3) hours actively as CID and open one (1) case a month. If you are unable to meet these requirements, reach out to the Criminal Investigations Division staff.

Bureau of Field Services:

• Canine Unit:

  • Canine Applications are closed as of now! We will announce when we re-open applications within the next couple of months! 

  • For those in canine, please remember to file your deployment logs and patrol logs so we can properly track activity!

• Drone Unit:

  • Drone Applications are open until May 10th! During this round of applications, a maximum of four positions will be filled. Divisional staff are reminding officers who are interested and who meet the requirements to take their time and put effort into their application. 

  • All applications will be reviewed on May 10th, and all those who have applied will be contacted. 

    • A reminder that Drone Unit requirements are as follows:

      • Must be the rank of Patrol Officer II or higher.

      • Must have completed the Advanced Training Course (ATC)

      • Must have completed all member-level Officer Success Programs (OSPs)

      • Must not have any disciplinary action or pending disciplinary actions within the last 30 days.

      • Must be in good standing with Municipal Police CoC.

  • As a reminder for all current Drone Operators: make sure to complete your flight logs. All flight logs are regularly reviewed, and if you do not file flight logs, you may face removal from the division so spots can open for others who are actively interested in joining the division.

Bureau of Transportation:

• San Andreas Bay Transportation Authority:

  • Transit Police Chain of Command would like to extend the ability for those who are interested in sending in feedback for the division, which can be submitted here. With this, Transit Police is gathering input on how we can improve activity within the department and foster a better environment for both our members and those who interact with us during patrols.