Sullivan active shooter training

Posted 8/8/18

WHITE LAKE, NY — Close to 30 police officers from Sullivan County and surrounding areas participated in active-shooter training last week through a coordinated effort between the county’s …

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Sullivan active shooter training

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WHITE LAKE, NY — Close to 30 police officers from Sullivan County and surrounding areas participated in active-shooter training last week through a coordinated effort between the county’s Office of Emergency Management and the Sheriff’s Office.

Utilizing the former Duggan Elementary School in White Lake (now a community center, but still owned by the Monticello Central School District), the officers honed their skills in tactical entry into and clearance of a building, teamwork and communications, and the treatment of wounds both serious and minor.

“The federal government offers this Law Enforcement Active Shooter Emergency Response (LASER) program through a national consortium of agencies and universities—at no cost to the county,” noted public safety commissioner Rick Sauer. “We requested this training in order to ensure our police officers are as well trained and well prepared for active-shooter incidents as any law enforcement personnel across the country.”

“I would like to thank the Monticello School District for the use of the Duggan School,” said Sheriff Mike Schiff. “The more realistic the venue, the better the training experience is.”

The 28 participants in this week’s training are all instructors themselves who will take this program to their respective police departments, with the goal of having every law enforcement officer in the County LASER-trained.

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