The SWAT Team’s mission is to provide a well-
SWAT (Special Weapons and Tactics) is made up of police officers, who are on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Their work on the SWAT Team is in addition to their regular duties and assignments. The team’s commander, is appointed by the Chief of Police. Each team member must meet strict requirements and is selected after a rigorous process. The team trains monthly in preparation for handling a variety of high-
The SWAT Team is used for hostage situations and negotiations, barricaded suspects, service of high-