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Sometimes things go bad. Robberies are botched, domestic squabbles escalate, and the police are called. There is always a first responder who may have to deal with crowd control, traumatized victims and witnesses, the media, or any number of other variables upon arrival at the scene. Even with adequate training it can become overwhelming. This section provides information that may be of use should you ever be a first responder.
Critical Incidents
http://ci.ftlaud.fl.us/police/horse_1.html
Mounted units
clear crowd during spring break.
http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/1997/03/970313162133.htm
Hostage rescues honed in virtual reality simulation.
http://www.accessexcellence.com/AE/AEPC/geneconn/fingerprint/scene.html
Sample crime scenario: DNA fingerprinting simulation.
http://ourworld.compuserve.com/homepages/johndweaver/selfcare.html
Traumatic stress, self-awareness, and self-care.
The Media
http://crimevictims.net/ovc/
An article: Should police issue cards to victims offering help in dealing
with the media?
