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mental-health1 year ago

Sheriff's Virtual Program Tackles Mental Health Crisis Calls

The Cook County Sheriff's Office in Illinois has implemented the Co-Responder Virtual Assistance Program (CVAP) to address mental health crises during 911 calls by virtually connecting clinicians with individuals in distress via tablets. This initiative aims to provide immediate mental health support while ensuring safety, addressing the shortage of mental health counselors, and reducing the risk of fatal encounters between law enforcement and individuals with serious mental illnesses. The program has shown promising results and is considered a cost-effective and scalable solution for other regions.

via CBS News|
#cook-county#crisis-intervention#law-enforcement
law-and-justice1 year ago

"National Extreme Risk Protection Order Resource Center Launched by Justice Department"

The Justice Department has launched the National Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) Resource Center to provide training and technical assistance to various professionals responsible for implementing laws aimed at preventing individuals who pose a threat from accessing firearms. This initiative, established under the Bipartisan Safer Communities Act, aims to support states and localities in implementing effective crisis intervention strategies to reduce gun violence and save lives. The Center will offer resources and guidance to help jurisdictions tailor ERPO programs to fit local needs and ensure that funding received is effectively utilized.

via Department of Justice|
#crisis-intervention#erpo#gun-violence
lgbtq-mental-health1 year ago

"Nex Benedict's Death Sparks 200% Increase in Crisis Contacts from LGBTQ Youth in Oklahoma"

After the death of transgender student Nex Benedict in Oklahoma, crisis contacts to the Rainbow Youth Project, a national LGBTQ youth nonprofit, surged by over 200%, with 87% reporting incidents of bullying in schools. The increase in contacts highlights the urgent need for support services, especially in rural areas. Nex's death has sparked activism and debate over anti-LGBTQ laws and school policies, with concerns raised about safety and security in the community. The surge in contacts also came ahead of a protest by the Westboro Baptist Church, prompting a counterprotest and criticism of the school district's response. The Education Department has opened an investigation into the school for allegedly failing to address previous discrimination complaints.

via NBC News|
#crisis-intervention#lgbtq#lgbtq-mental-health
crime2 years ago

Police Resolve Barricaded Situation at Downtown Cosentino’s Market

A man attempting to shoplift at a downtown Kansas City grocery store threatened an officer with a sharp object, leading to a police standoff and barricade situation. After negotiations failed, police used less-lethal options to take the suspect into custody and he was taken to the hospital for a medical evaluation, with the Crisis Intervention Team responding to assist with potential mental health resources. The incident temporarily disrupted streetcar service in the area.

via KCTV 5|
#crime#crisis-intervention#kansas-city
mental-health2 years ago

"Rising Suicide Crisis: 4 LA Sheriff's Department Employees Lost in 48 Hours"

Four employees of the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department, including three active members and one retired, have died by suicide within a 48-hour period. The Sheriff's Department is urging personnel to check on the well-being of their colleagues and friends, and is actively seeking ways to reduce work stress factors and support employees' work and personal lives. If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal thoughts, reach out to the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline at 988 for help.

via KABC-TV|
#crisis-intervention#los-angeles-county-sheriffs-department#mental-health
crime2 years ago

Multiple Arrests Made in Connection to Recent Shootings and Police Chases

The widow of Brandon Mills, who was killed in an officer-involved shooting at a Walmart in Harrisonburg, Virginia, is demanding justice and questioning the police's use of deadly force. Mills had a history of schizophrenia and other mental health issues, and his family believes that alternative de-escalation tactics should have been employed. The incident has had a profound impact on Mills' family, particularly their young children, and his widow is calling for greater awareness and empathy towards individuals dealing with mental health issues. The police departments involved claim to have crisis intervention teams in place, but the family is urging for better tactics to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

via WHSV|
#crime#crisis-intervention#demands-for-justice
us2 years ago

Colorado family awarded $19 million settlement after police shooting during mental health crisis.

The parents of Christian Glass, a 22-year-old man killed by a sheriff's deputy during a mental health crisis, will receive a $19 million settlement from Colorado and local governments. The settlement also includes changes to how officers are trained, such as establishing a crisis response team and training deputies in crisis intervention. The state of Colorado will create a virtual reality training scenario for the Colorado State Patrol based on the shooting that will focus on de-escalation in stressful situations involving officers from different agencies. The settlement is the largest for a police killing in Colorado and ranks among the biggest in the United States.

via CBS News|
#colorado#crisis-intervention#mental-health-crisis
law-enforcement2 years ago

NJ Attorney General Assumes Control of Paterson Police Department Following Crisis Worker's Shooting.

New Jersey's attorney general has taken control of the police department in Paterson, the state's third-largest city, following the fatal shooting of a crisis intervention worker during a standoff. The attorney general's office has assumed control of all police functions, including the division that investigates internal police matters. The move reflects activists' concerns about how the department was being run. The state will revamp its protocols statewide for dealing with people who have barricaded themselves in a room or building. A New Jersey State Police officer will serve as the department's interim head.

via The Associated Press|
#crisis-intervention#law-enforcement#new-jersey
law-enforcement2 years ago

NJ Attorney General Assumes Control of Paterson Police Department Amid Crisis.

New Jersey's attorney general has taken control of the police department in Paterson, the state's third-largest city, following the fatal shooting of a crisis intervention worker by officers during a standoff. The attorney general's office has assumed control of all police functions, including the division that investigates internal police matters. The takeover reflects activists' concerns about how the department was being run. Isa Abbassi, a 25-year veteran of the New York Police Department, will take charge of Paterson's police department in May.

via WABC-TV|
#attorney-general#crisis-intervention#law-enforcement