Lessons learned from line-of-duty deaths

Lessons learned from line-of-duty deaths
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING presents… Officer Down 2013 Lessons learned from line-of-duty deaths Ann R. Bumbak Dynamic Police Training June 24, 2013 Washington, DC Find us online at:

How do police officers get information on line-of-duty deaths?
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How do we share information on lessons learned from line-of-duty deaths?
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Let’s examine a recent case and ask ourselves: What did we learn?
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2013 A couple returning home A condominium parking garage
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING A couple returning home A condominium parking garage A suspect armed with a handgun Officer down 2013 Find us online at:

2013 Killed together on February 3, 2013 DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING
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CNN reports: Ex-LAPD cop gains sympathizers on social media
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING CNN reports: Ex-LAPD cop gains sympathizers on social media 3,819 likes for cop-killer Chris Dorner Talk radio host: LAPD has a “racially hostile” culture Officer down 2013 (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

What was the killer’s motive?
What was his mindset?

Was Chris Dorner an unusual cop-killer?
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Was Chris Dorner an unusual cop-killer? The answer might surprise you. Officer down 2013 (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

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Another former cop killed Officer David Dryer on a traffic stop on December 18, 2011. Officer down 2013

His name was Eli Myers. You probably don’t know his story.
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING His name was Eli Myers. You probably don’t know his story. Officer down 2013

Some common themes in cop-killings
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Some common themes in cop-killings Revenge Drugs and alcohol Gang membership Adrenaline Mental illness Obsessive relationships Desire for self-annihilation Officer down 2013 (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

What if we could examine every cop-killer each year with the same depth?
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Welcome to Officer Down 2013 Officer down 2013

Overview of Officer Down 2013
Section 1 of 4 Officer down 2013

OD13 examines line-of-duty deaths (LODD) in 6 critical areas.
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING What is Officer Down 2013? OD13 examines line-of-duty deaths (LODD) in 6 critical areas. Officer down 2013 (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

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DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING presents… OFFICER DOWN 2013 INJURIES & SHOT PLACEMENT PRECIPITATING FACTORS CIRCUMSTANCES MOTIVES OFFENDERS OUTCOMES Find us online at:

Circumstances in 2012 included:
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Circumstances in 2012 included: Warrant service Domestic disturbance Vehicle enforcement Eviction service In-progress calls (e.g. burglary, theft) Ambushes and assassinations (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

Shot placement trends in 2012:
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Shot placement trends in 2012: Head shots Chest shots (penetrated body armor) Chest shots (no body armor) Most common site of fatal injury (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

Precipitating factors in 2012:
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Precipitating factors in 2012: Drug and alcohol use Failed relationships, marriages or custody battles Suicidal ideation Fleeing a crime scene in a vehicle (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

Offenders in 2012: 80% had criminal history 1 in 3 were hard-core criminals Concealed or lying in wait Prior statements such as: “I will shoot police” Mental illness histories Drugs and weapons possession histories (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

Motives of cop-killers in 2012:
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Motives of cop-killers in 2012: Avoid arrest Revenge/hatred of police Delusional acts (mental illness) Prevent eviction or warrant service at home Seeking self-destruction or “suicide by cop” (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

A Closer Look at 2012 Section 2 of 4 Officer down 2013

DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING presents… OFFICER DOWN 2013 There were 39 LODD in 2012 due to gunfire. - 35% from 2011 Officer down 2013 Find us online at:

What was the most dangerous enforcement activity in 2012?
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING presents… OFFICER DOWN 2013 When examining only firearms-related deaths… What was the most dangerous enforcement activity in 2012? Officer down 2013 Find us online at:

17 Officers were killed during vehicle- related enforcement. 2013
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING presents… OFFICER DOWN 2013 17 Officers were killed during vehicle- related enforcement. Officer down 2013 Find us online at:

DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING presents… OFFICER DOWN 2013 Comparisons Warrant service Officer down 2013 Find us online at:

Questions or Comments? Officer down 2013

Four Fallen Heroes Section 3 of 4 Officer down 2013

The 39 LODD incidents in 2012 were more than just statistics.
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING presents… OFFICER DOWN 2013 The 39 LODD incidents in were more than just statistics. Officer down 2013 Find us online at:

Let’s examine some of the stories behind the numbers.
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING presents… OFFICER DOWN 2013 Let’s examine some of the stories behind the numbers. Officer down 2013 Find us online at:

Each of these officers was killed in a separate encounter.
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Each of these officers was killed in a separate encounter. Each has a unique story to tell. Officer down 2013

“She was a fantastic deputy sheriff.” DEPUTY BARBARA PILL EOW 3/6/2012 Officer down 2013

About the Officer 30+ years of police experience Served with Miami-Dade PD, and Brevard County (FL) Married with two sons, both law enforcement officers DEPUTY BARBARA PILL EOW 3/6/2012 Officer down 2013

Circumstances Theft from motel Suspects: black male and white female in white Ford Explorer Suspect vehicle spotted less than two miles from scene Conducted investigative stop (traffic stop) on vehicle DEPUTY BARBARA PILL EOW 3/6/2012 Officer down 2013

About the Suspects Brandon Bradley, 24, had lengthy criminal history: robbery, drugs, and burglary Andria Kerchner, 19, had a history of mental illness DEPUTY BARBARA PILL EOW 3/6/2012 Officer down 2013

Outcome High-speed chase ended with “stop sticks” Bradley told police “just shoot me”; both surrendered Both suspects involved in drug use and sales DEPUTY BARBARA PILL EOW 3/6/2012 Officer down 2013

Lessons Learned Was this a “high risk” traffic stop? How do we handle non-compliant drivers who refuse to exit a vehicle? Why did shooter believe he was in danger of being shot by police during the stop? When should we de-escalate use of force, especially after pointing a firearm at a suspect? DEPUTY BARBARA PILL EOW 3/6/2012 Officer down 2013

“He paid the ultimate price.” DEPUTY ROBERT PARIS EOW 4/12/2012 Officer down 2013

About the Officer 16 years of police experience Served with Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Department (CA) Survived by his two adult children DEPUTY ROBERT PARIS EOW 4/12/2012 Officer down 2013

Circumstances Notice of eviction Working with partner with 24 years of experience + 7 years of military service Partners began working together just three weeks before incident Red flags reported: M-16 weapons, “Weirdo,” “Be very cautious” Response: “Whatever” Knocked and announced; shot through the door DEPUTY ROBERT PARIS EOW 4/12/2012 Officer down 2013

About the Suspect James Ferrario, 32, was described as a “paranoid recluse” Conducted “armed patrols” of his property and installed surveillance cameras 11 prior contacts with police Was in foreclosure DEPUTY ROBERT PARIS EOW 4/12/2012 Officer down 2013

Outcome Ferrario called 9-1-1: “This is Jim… I apologize, I thought it was a burglar and I just started shooting them.” Requested a pizza Remained barricaded for 11 hours Committed suicide during fire DEPUTY ROBERT PARIS EOW 4/12/2012 Officer down 2013

Outcome Suspect found dead in bathtub wearing body armor 30 firearms in reach Wearing tactical gear, gas mask and had three rifles, including an AK-47, and 1,000+ rounds of ammunition DEPUTY ROBERT PARIS EOW 4/12/2012 Officer down 2013

Lessons Learned Are any policing activities “low risk” assignments? Do “cultures of complacency” exist within police departments? How can we prevent “red flags” from being ignored? How do experienced officers learn to anticipate danger? What role did this officer’s partner play in this incident? DEPUTY ROBERT PARIS EOW 4/12/2012 Officer down 2013

2013 “He was a blessing to be around.” DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING
OFFICER MOSES WALKER EOW 8/18/2012 Officer down 2013

About the Officer 19 years of police experience Served his entire career with Philadelphia PD (PA) Survived by his five siblings OFFICER MOSES WALKER EOW 8/18/2012 Officer down 2013

Circumstances Ended shift at around 6:00 am Changed into shorts, t-shirt and ball cap, left station carrying a backpack Turned down a ride to the bus stop Confronted by two men who attempted an armed robbery OFFICER MOSES WALKER EOW 8/18/2012 Officer down 2013

About the Suspects Rafael Jones, 23, had a lengthy criminal history: weapons, robbery, and drug use Chancier McFarland, 19, was awaiting trial on drug distribution charges OFFICER MOSES WALKER EOW 8/18/2012 Officer down 2013

Outcome Tipster reported identity and location of Jones Jones confessed to shooting, implicating McFarland as lookout Both were captured without incident OFFICER MOSES WALKER EOW 8/18/2012 Officer down 2013

Lessons Learned How do we prepare officers for off-duty confrontations? Is there a greater risk of death by firearms to police officers while on- or off-duty? What role, if any, does race play in line-of-duty deaths? OFFICER MOSES WALKER EOW 8/18/2012 Officer down 2013

2013 “He always did a fantastic job.” DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING
OFFICER PATRICK O’ROURKE EOW 9/9/2012 Officer down 2013

About the Officer 2013 DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING
12 years of police experience Prior assignments included patrol, narcotics task force West Bloomfield PD (MI) Survived by his wife and four children, aged 10, 8, 4 and 10 months OFFICER PATRICK O’ROURKE EOW 9/9/2012 Officer down 2013

Circumstances 2013 DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING
Distraught man with gun threatening his family Upscale residence: 4,000+ sqft home Reported weapons: Uzi, rifle with scope, and handgun Team used a “wait and see” approach with negative results After more than a hour of attempted contact, team entered OFFICER PATRICK O’ROURKE EOW 9/9/2012 Officer down 2013

About the Suspect 2013 DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING
Ricky Coley, 50, had recently lost a custody battle over 7-year-old Texted ex-wife with suicidal message Had fired a single round while barricaded inside bedroom Was believed to have committed suicide OFFICER PATRICK O’ROURKE EOW 9/9/2012 Officer down 2013

Outcome 2013 DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING
Suspect laid in wait and fired on team with Uzi on full auto Novel takedown: used a 26-ton CAT excavator to take down exterior wall Coley committed suicide OFFICER PATRICK O’ROURKE EOW 9/9/2012 Officer down 2013

Lessons Learned 2013 DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING
What alternatives, if any, did this officer’s team have to making entry? What are the best tactics for making entry into a home where a suspect might be barricaded? Is it possible to do everything right and still be injured or killed in the line of duty? OFFICER PATRICK O’ROURKE EOW 9/9/2012 Officer down 2013

On Lessons Learned from Line of Duty Deaths in 2012
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Final Thoughts On Lessons Learned from Line of Duty Deaths in 2012 Officer down 2013

All of the LODD incidents in this presentation occurred in 2012.
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING presents… OFFICER DOWN 2013 All of the LODD incidents in this presentation occurred in 2012. Officer down 2013 Find us online at:

What can we learn to prevent similar incidents in the future?
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING presents… OFFICER DOWN 2013 What can we learn to prevent similar incidents in the future? Officer down 2013 Find us online at:

Most, but not all cop-killers use handguns. Few guns used by cop-killers were acquired illegally. Very few are assault-style weapons. ABOUT WEAPONS: 2012 Statistics Shotguns are used by cop-killers more often in rural settings. Officer down 2013 (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

How can we save police officers’ lives?
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING How can we save police officers’ lives? Officer down 2013

What single act can prevent half of all firearms-related murders of police officers? Officer down 2013

Issue a ballistic helmet to every police officer in the United States.
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Issue a ballistic helmet to every police officer in the United States. Officer down 2013

Educate others about the statistics of police officers killed by head shots. Officer down 2013

Advocate for policies requiring officers to wear helmets in high- risk circumstances. Officer down 2013

Coming in December 2013 from CRC Press…
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Coming in December 2013 from CRC Press… PROFILING COP-KILLERS By Ann R. Bumbak (C) 2013 Dynamic Police Training

Remember their stories.
DYNAMIC POLICE TRAINING Remember their stories. Honor their memories. Officer down 2013

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