Balt Police IRP Response

Baltimore Police Department
Independent Review Board

Follow Up Response
Police Involved Shooting of January 9, 2011
Final
March 1, 2012
CONTENTS
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................................... 1
Club / Bar Scene in the Central District.................................................................................................................... 1
1.1 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 2

1.2 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
1.3 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 3
Plainclothes Officers ......................................................................................................................................................... 5
2.1 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 5

2.2 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 5
Use of Deadly Force .......................................................................................................................................................... 6
3.1 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

3.2 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 7
Incident Management ...................................................................................................................................................... 8
4.1 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 8

4.2 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
4.3 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 9
Criminal and Internal Investigations......................................................................................................................... 11
5.1 Response……………………………………………………………………………………………………………… 11
5.2 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 12
5.3 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
5.4 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
5.5 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
5.6 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 13
5.7 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 15
Police Legitimacy, Trust, and Interactions with Citizens .................................................................................. 16
6.1 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 16

6.2 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 17
Conclusion ............................................................................................................................................................................ 18
Appendix A: Executive Summary ................................................................................................................................ A
Appendix B: Standard Operating Procedure for Response to Crowd Control Incidents ..................... B
Appendix C: General Order J-5 “Uniformed Policing Standards”................................................................... C
Appendix D: General Order G-10 “Police Involved Shooting Incidents”..................................................... D
Appendix E: Standard Operating Procedure for Homicide Section .............................................................. E
Appendix F: Standard Operating Procedure for Internal Investigation Division ................................... F
Appendix G: Standard Operating Procedures for Education & Training Section.................................... G
Appendix H: Standard Operating Procedure for Public Affairs Section...................................................... H
Appendix I: 2012 In-Service Training Curriculum .............................................................................................. I
Appendix J: 2012 In-Service Training Curriculum: Select Lounge Shooting Lessons Learned ......... J
Appendix K: Command & Control Training: Casey Haskins ............................................................................ K
Appendix L: Crime Scene Photo Log Form .............................................................................................................. L

INTRODUCTION
The tragic police-involved shooting at the Select Lounge on January 9, 2011 represents a historical
and challenging point in the history of the Baltimore Police Department (BPD or Department). The
circumstances of this event have challenged the Department to critically examine its internal
structure and find the necessary solutions to prevent a reoccurrence of this incident. In February
2011, Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake and Police Commissioner Frederick Bealefeld appointed an
Independent Review Board (IRB) and charged the Board with examining the policies, procedures,
and actions of the Department.
The IRB submitted their findings and recommendations to the BPD at the beginning of November
2011. The BPD had ninety (90) days to respond to these findings and implement the
recommendations. There were six (6) major areas of concern, twenty (20) findings, and thirty-
three (33) recommendations. Each recommendation was tailored to one of the six areas of
identified concern: the club/bar scene in the Central District; plainclothes officers; use of deadly
force; incident management; criminal and internal investigations; and police legitimacy, trust, and
interaction with citizens.
In addition to implementing the recommendations of the IRB, the BPD has used the tragedy at the
Select Lounge as a catalyst for a major cultural change that emphasizes professionalism within the
Department. After a nationwide applicant search, the BPD hired both a new Director for the
Education & Training Facility and a new Chief for the Internal Affairs Division. Each brings a
tremendous level of experience and credibility and has been tasked with the responsibility of
implementing many of the IRB’s recommendations. Additionally, in a further step to improve the
internal policy structure, the BPD established a CALEA Unit to oversee Written Directives. This Unit
is charged with updating and implementing internal policies and procedures in accordance with the
Commission of Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA).
The following report represents the BPD’s comprehensive response to the recommendations of the
IRB. There is significant overlap with some of the recommendations, and therefore many of the
newly implemented policies and practices will encompass a larger area of concern. For further
clarification, please refer to the executive summary in Appendix A.
ISSUE AREA: Club / Bar Scene in the Central District
1.1 Baltimore Police Department (BPD) does not adequately engage in problem-solving for
the club/bar issues in its jurisdiction.
1.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD implement problem-solving methods to better understand and
address the recurring crime and disorder at problem places (bars, clubs, or other relevant locations).
1.1.2: The IRB recommends that BPD and the City of Baltimore take actions necessary to ensure that it
is aware of potential problem areas before events occur.
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Response:
In recognition of the challenging public safety issues associated with the large scale night clubs in
the Central District, the BPD implemented a comprehensive training program for all patrol
midnight shifts. In the spring of 2011, the Central District midnight shift was taken off-line and
participated in a six (6) week Diamond Standard Program (DST). During these six weeks, the shift
received extensive training on night club problem solving, crowd control, and incident
management. Over the span of this training, the officers participated in real time, live exercises on
busy Friday and Saturday nights in the Central District. Upon completion of the Central District
Midnight Shift, the remaining 8 district midnight shifts also began rotating through a four week
cycle of the same training program. As part of their training, these shifts participated in real time
field work within the Central District. The rotation of midnight shifts through this comprehensive
training cycle will conclude in April 2012.
In addition to this aggressive training timeline the Chief of Patrol, based on a recommended
framework on incident management by the International Association of Chiefs of Police, has
established a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Response to Crowd Control Incidents. The
SOP provides members of the BPD with a framework for response to an unanticipated, spontaneous
crowd control incident. The SOP details how to assess a crowd control incident, establish priorities,
and create an incident action plan. Specific procedures are iterated, along with unit responsibilities
and after-action reporting.
The SOP outlines a general procedure to response to crowd control incidents. Before the actual
incident, supervisors should direct patrol officers to gather intelligence in reference to potential
crowd size and characteristics. Once crowd assessment has been completed, operational priorities
should be examined, such as any immediate threats to the general public, dispersal of the crowd,
crime scene preservation and collection of evidence, and the restoration of order. The first member
to arrive on the scene of a crowd control incident becomes the Incident Commander (IC) until
he/she is relieved by another member of higher rank. The Incident Commander determines what
resources are needed and prepares a basic incident action plan based on the assessment of the
situation and incident priorities. In order to prevent individual officers and supervisors from
initiating random, uncoordinated actions in which no strategic purposes are served, the IC must
always provide a plan of action to unite and direct all response efforts during the incident. After the
request for enforcement has been made, responding personnel will report to a staging area where
they are briefed on the incident action plan and assigned deployment duties. Once the incident has
been resolved, the IC directs personnel to respond back to the staging area, notifies Senior
Command that the situation has been resolved, and begins the collection of after-action reporting.
The entire SOP for Response to Crowd Control Incidents can be found in Appendix B.
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1.2 BPD does not have formal oversight of outside promoters for clubs/bars in the city.
1.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD seek to implement a permitting program for club promoters.
Response:
The BPD is currently in the process of proposing legislation to establish licensing and enforcement
procedures for large “entertainment venues” and “promoters.” The Baltimore City Legislative
Reference Section is presently drafting this proposal for presentation to the Mayor and City Council.
The Chief of Patrol’s Office will be working with city agencies to ensure that BPD is functioning in a
proactive manner with respect to larger entertainment venues and promoted events. The BPD is
encouraging participation from the Health Department, Housing, the Fire Department, and
partnership will also be sought with the Liquor Board. Representatives from these agencies will
work with the Chief of Patrol’s Office on licensing issues, occupancy/zoning, permits, application
processing, security plans, enforcement, and administrative follow through as it pertains to
“entertainment” venues. All venues that wish to have entertainment will also need to obtain a Live
Entertainment license. It is proposed that with larger scale events of 150 or more people or those
with 100 or more persons under 21, venues will be required to provide two weeks advance
notification to the BPD to ensure that proper security measures are in place. This is also designed
to ensure that patrol resources are allocated and schedules adjusted as necessary. A detailed
security plan and liability insurance coverage for the venue is also included in the proposal. It is
recommended that violations be referred to the Environmental Control Board for administrative
hearings.
The BPD is also in the process of implementing a new tracking mechanism for club related
incidents. Previously generated reports did not allow the BPD to correctly determine whether
incidents were directly related to club activity. The new database provides club locations, along
with the owner’s contact information and capacity limitations and creates an improved mechanism
for the tracking of calls and incidents that occur at the club address. It also allows for the tracking
of specific promoters. Additionally, the BPD’s Vice Unit is monitoring social media websites to
better track club events in the city and disseminate relevant intelligence to patrol and operations.
1.3 Current Baltimore City crowd control training that is provided in the police academy and
during in-service training does not prepare officers for intervention in club/bar disorder.
1.3.1: The IRB recommends that BPD training reflect operational realities (i.e., club and bar response)
and that officers, first-line supervisors, and commanders follow protocol and training when
responding to club scenes.
1.3.2 The IRB recommends that a formal evaluation of the “Diamond Standard Training Program” be
conducted with respect to the crowd control situations that frequently occur in the Central District.
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1.3.3 The IRB recommends that BPD conduct regular deployment and tactical exercises for both in-
service officers and new recruits in the academy.
1.3.4 The IRB recommends that BPD also engage in training to prevent recurring problems at clubs
and bars.
Response:
In addition to the training program described above (see Response 1.1), the BPD’s Education and
Training Section, after an internal evaluation of the Diamond Standard Training Program, initiated a
training curriculum on crowd control for both entry- level and current police officers in the spring
of 2011. This program includes classroom lecture and practical exercises, conducted on both small
and large group scales. The training also focuses on critical problem solving for supervisors based
on the specific crowd dynamics. To further expand upon this foundation the Department has
incorporated crowd control training into the 2012 In-Service Training Program. During 2012 In-
Service Training, patrol squads and shifts will attend training together and participate as a team in
crowd control management.
In addition to a standard level of crowd control training for all members of the Department, the
BPD has also instituted an in-depth and more specialized training curriculum for the Special
Operations Section (SOS). The SOS has been identified internally as the primary response unit for
disorderly crowds, demonstrations and protest groups. Starting in fall of 2011, the SOS began
regularly participating in live crowd control exercises with a concentrated focus on problem solving
and critical decision making. In January 2012, the SOS implemented the tenets of this specialized
training during operational deployment for the Occupy Baltimore Movement.
Also incorporated in the 2012 In-Service Training Program is an instructional course on the
“Lessons Learned from the Select Lounge Incident.” This training program will facilitate a
discussion on the overlapping events and conditions that culminated in the tragedy at the Select
Lounge. Specific focus will be placed on understanding and implementing the recommendations of
the IRB. Over the course of the year, the entire BPD Command Staff will rotate through the
facilitation of this program.
Additionally, in February of 2012 the entire Command Staff within the Department participated in
an Incident Management Training Program. The focus of this program was critical decision making
at the command level during highly stressful, critical incidents. Command members participated in
an assortment of practical field exercises that reinforced the application of a strategic plan for
mitigating critical incidents.
The entire In-Service Curriculum can be found in Appendix I, while a summary of the lessons
learned from the Select Lounge shooting is detailed in Appendix J.
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ISSUE AREA: Plainclothes Officers
2.1 Current BPD policy regarding plainclothes policing is not specific in describing when
such attire is necessary for a police purpose. (see response on page 5)
2.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD carefully evaluate and rewrite policy permitting plainclothes
officers to respond to non-life-threatening situations, in light of the danger and risks associated with
plainclothes policing.
2.1.2 The IRB recommends that BPD develop a policy that comprehensively addresses the roles and
responsibilities of officers who are operating in plainclothes.
2.1.3 The IRB recommends that BPD weigh the need for plainclothes officers with the dangers and lack
of flexibility for other assignments and response to calls for assistance, and make adjustments as
necessary.
2.2 The majority of witnesses-civilian and police-did not recognize Officer Torbit as a police
officer.
2.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD policy require that officers in plainclothes verbally announce that
they are police when taking enforcement action.
2.2.2 The IRB recommends that when BPD officers respond to any incident that may require
enforcement action, all plainclothes officers wear outermost garments that clearly identify them as
police officer on front and back (i.e., yellow raid jackets or ballistic outer vests that say “POLICE” in
high-visibility letters).
2.2.3 The IRB recommends that BPD badge(s) be firmly affixed to the officer’s outermost garment.
Response:
Immediately after the Select Lounge Incident, the Police Commissioner ordered all officers assigned
to the Patrol Division, including the District Operations Sections, to wear the uniform.
Subsequently, the Violent Crime Impact Section was ordered to wear the Departmentally issued
tactical vest covers with the words “POLICE” clearly printed on the front and back as the outer most
garment. The BPD has since established a formal policy, within General Order J5 “Uniformed
Policing Standards,” on the requirements of working while not in a uniform. The relevant dictates
of this new policy are as follows:
• Research shows that officers not working in uniform have a greater potential to find
themselves in dangerous confrontations because of the lack of identification.
• Sworn members assigned to the Patrol Division will wear the Departmental uniform and
are not authorized to work in a non-uniformed capacity.
• The Chief of the Criminal Investigation Division (CID) will determine which units in CID are
authorized to work in a non-uniformed capacity.
• Any member authorized to work in a non-uniformed capacity when engaged in proactive
enforcement actions such as arrests, neighborhood patrols, and car stop/field identification
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initiatives must wear the tactical vest cover with the words “POLICE” clearly printed on the
front and back as the outer most garment. The member’s Departmental Badge must be
affixed to this tactical vest cover. This specific requirement meets CALEA standard 41.3.6.
• Any member authorized to work in a non-uniformed capacity will be required to attend a
mandatory training developed by the Commanding Officer of the Violent Crime Impact
Section.
• Non-uniformed officers will not engage in crowd control.
• Non-uniformed officers will not take enforcement action within a crowd unless there is
potential for imminent death or serious injury.
The policy also stipulates that when arriving on the scene of a tactical situation, all officers
regardless of assignment or status are required to report to an assigned staging area for a briefing
and deployment by the incident commander. Additionally, in the event that an officer working in a
non-uniformed capacity becomes involved in a circumstance requiring immediate enforcement
action, they are required to broadcast through police communications their location along with
their physical and clothing description.
It should be noted that during the Select Lounge Incident, Officer Torbit was working in a non-
uniformed capacity assigned to a Central District Operations Unit. Under this new policy structure,
all district operations units are assigned to exclusively work in uniform and all non-uniformed
officers are restricted from responding to crowd control type incidents.
This entire policy can be found in Appendix C.
ISSUE AREA: Use of deadly force
3.1 Officer Torbit’s tactics and safety were compromised when he took law enforcement
action without backup. This action (while he was wearing plainclothes) contributed to the
life-threatening situation where he used lethal force to stop the assault.
3.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD policy dictate that officers do not take enforcement action in
crowds without backup, especially when dressed in plainclothes.
Response:
As previously noted (see Response 2.1, 2.2), General Order J5 “Uniformed Policing Standards” now
restricts officers working in a non-uniformed capacity from engaging in crowd control.
Additionally, officers not in uniform are directed not to take any enforcement action in a crowd
unless there is the potential of imminent death or serious injury. In these limited circumstances,
non-uniformed officers are required to notify, via police radio, the Communications Section their
location and provide their physical and clothing description.
The policy also provides specific guidelines for encounters between uniformed and non-uniformed
officers. If a non-uniformed officer is challenged by other members of law enforcement, they are
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directed to immediately identify themselves as a police officer, giving their name, assignment and
sequence number. They will obey all orders to disarm themselves and assume non-threatening
positions.
This General Order will be taught in entry-level training, in-service training, sergeant’s school, and
lieutenant’s school during 2012. Additionally, all officers authorized to work in a non-uniformed
capacity will be required to attend a training session provided by the Commanding Officer of the
Violent Crime Impact Section. This training will focus on application of the policies defined under
General Order J5 and provide scenario based exercises to reinforce the responsibilities of working
in a non-uniformed capacity.
The entire order can be found in Appendix C.
3.2 Officer Torbit’s use of deadly force was within policy (with important qualifications).
3.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD evaluate training for use of deadly force in civilian crowd
situations and that BPD place stronger emphasis on prevention and tactics to minimize the incidences
where deadly force might be needed.
3.2.2 The IRB recommends that both academy and in-service training emphasize the circumstances
that may lead to the use of deadly force, focusing not only on the analysis of BPD's own data, but also
on other police departments’ successful approaches to lethal force training.
3.3 The four uniformed officers' use of deadly force was within policy (with important
qualifications).
3.3.1 The IRB recommends that BPD enhance its training on firearms and use of lethal force to
emphasize assessing situations, making informed judgments, and finding alternatives to lethal force
other than reflexive shooting.
Response:
The BPD has enhanced its entire training structure to re-emphasize cognitive decision making in
potential lethal force situations. Recruits and senior officers are taught to evaluate potential threats,
make judgments, and find potential alternatives to deadly force, each of which are important
components within the new training structure.
In aftermath of the Select Lounge Incident, the BPD invested in a state-of-the-art electronic
judgmental shooting system, called the TI Shooting Simulator. This system provides a realistic
interactive encounter where officers must quickly make critical decisions within intense and
stressful scenarios. These scenarios can be modified by the staff controller, dependent upon how
the officers work through each situation. Each instructional period includes a one-on-one
discussion with emphasis given to proper decision making under stressful conditions. Within each
scenario, there is emphasis placed on use of force continuum. In 2012, all officers within the
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Department along with all recruits in the Police Academy will participate in exercises on the TI
Shooting Simulator.
Additionally, both in In-Service and recruit training, all officers will participate in a firearms
training curriculum that focuses on Excited Delirium, Police on Police Friendly Fire, and Live Fire
Cognitive Shooting. These programs will be facilitated through practical exercises by the
Department’s Firearms Training Staff.
In the concentrated effort to reinforce cognitive judgment training in the field, the BPD has also
established a Mobile Training Unit. On a daily basis, this Mobile Training Unit responds to specific
patrol districts and works with patrol officers in practical exercises. To create the most realistic
environment possible, these practical exercises are conducted within role playing scenarios, in real
street locations, using “simunition” weapons. Within this training environment, officers practice
evaluating potential threats and applying judgment in stressful situations. The Department
believes that the continual reinforcement by the Mobile Training Unit within these practical field
exercises is an essential component to improve cognitive judgment in critical incidents.
Additionally, the Department has instituted a new policy in General Order G10 that requires all
officers involved in shooting incidents to participate in an after-action training program. The
purpose of the after-action training program is to evaluate the circumstances of the incident from a
training perspective and assess an officer’s readiness to return to work. The program is designed to
reinforce confidence in cognitive decision making after a stressful incident.
The curriculum for this training can be found in Appendix I and lesson plans are available upon
request.
ISSUE AREA: Incident Management
4.1 The call for any free units to respond to the scene created a mass, decentralized
response, making it difficult to organize the officers into squads for assignments and to
expedite dispersal of the agitated crowd.
4.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD develop, test, and implement a strategic plan for incident
response in club/bar situations. Strategic and tactical incident response plans should be based on
rigorous analysis and lessons learned from prior incidents.
Response:
In January 2012, the BPD contracted with Casey P. Haskins, an experienced leader with expertise in
the areas of strategy and planning, decision making processes, leadership development, managing
risk, and sharing information. Haskins provided all BPD Command members with enhanced
command and control training, which focused on core command and control principles, resource
deployment, incident assessment, effective decision making, communication, and after action
review.
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Command members participated in a five day, forty (40) hour training program that used a
combination of seminar, classroom exercises, and field exercises. Command members were
required to solve problems of increasing difficulty, reflect on their decisions, and adjust future
behaviors as necessary. Emphasis was placed on encouraging participants to recalibrate their basic
intuitions and to think thoroughly through each problem that is presented. In addition to learning
basic command and control techniques, commanders were trained in how to teach their
subordinates the concepts as well. Commanders were trained to identify potential critical flash
points, and participated in “summarizing the situation” drills. They also were advised on the
commander’s activities and planning during command and control situations, as well as allowing
for flexibility in the event. Commanders were also trained on communicating orders, tracking
resources, delegating responsibility, and how to handle multiple priorities.
Upon conclusion of the training, each command member will have the knowledge and ability to:
• Explain the practical requirements and tradeoffs associated with controlling forces during
stressful, ambiguous situations
• Make sense of confusing situations and identify appropriate police actions
• Control forces effectively in both preplanned and unexpected incidents
• Lead after-action reviews that promote the organization’s learning
• Identify opportunities to incorporate training into ongoing operations
In conjunction with the command and control training, the Chief of Patrol has implemented a SOP
that addresses crowd disorder and appropriate response. The SOP dictates certain aspects of the
situation, such as the role of the on-scene supervisor, the activation of a staging area, the
identification of a command post, any additional resources needed, and the creation of an incident
action plan.
Please refer to Appendix K for Casey P. Haskins’ resume and a summary of the Command and
Control Training. Please refer to Appendix B for the entire Crowd Control SOP.
4.2 Less than half of the responding BPD officers reported to the Computer Aided Dispatch
(CAD) system, which made tracking and managing the officers more difficult, despite
General Orders requiring units to identify themselves as they responded to the scene. (see
response on page 10)
4.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD enforce the existing CAD system policy for command and control
and officer safety.
4.3 The breakdown of response to the Select Lounge incident was, in large part, the result of
failure to establish incident command, as trained by BPD. (see response on page 10)
4.3.1 The IRB recommends that BPD update standard operating procedures for incident management
and incorporate the International Association of Chiefs of Police model policies for incident
management.
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4.3.2 The IRB recommends that BPD develop established protocols for club closures and other similar
events, as well as have the incident commander assign roles and responsibilities to the responding
officers.
4.3.3 The IRB recommends that BPD conduct additional incident management training and practice
incident command and scenario based exercises, as well as review and revise existing training policies
and procedures.
Response:
The Commanding Officer of the Communications Section, in conjunction with the Chief of Patrol,
have implemented procedures to remind officers to call 10-23 “on the scene” upon arrival to calls
for service. Dispatchers now routinely instruct officers of their responsibilities to call 10-23.
Dispatchers have been reminded to complete the 10-23 field in CAD as soon as possible. The
Commanding Officer of the Communication Section is regularly auditing the CAD system to ensure
compliance with this directive.
To expand upon the management of on-scene arrivals, the BPD has drafted a SOP in response to
crowd control incidents. The SOP provides a framework in which sworn members design an
Incident Action Plan tailored to crowd control incidents, including club closures and similar events.
The SOP is centralized around Command and Control principles, based upon the International
Association of Chiefs of Police model policy for incident management. Additionally, the SOP
outlines how commanders can delegate subordinates to assess crowds using surveillance and
intelligence gathering techniques. Based on information gathered, commanders will make
command and control decisions utilizing the SOP. The plan outlines measures for the maintenance
of an orderly response, clearly defined command structure, a command post with incident
commander present, as well as the development of an incident action plan. If a crowd becomes
complex and outside resources are requested, members will respond to the designated staging
area. Upon arrival, members will be provided with an incident summary and clear direction before
deployment. Incident priorities are predicated on protection of life, officer safety, incident
stabilization, maintenance of public order and crime scene preservation. In an effort to maintain
effective communications, commanders will request a designated channel. This procedure
eliminates radio interference that is common on the primary channels during large scale
operations. The plan clearly defines the commander’s roles and responsibilities, as well as
command and control principles for mitigating incidents involving spontaneously large numbers of
people.
The entire SOP can be found in Appendix B.
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ISSUE AREA: Criminal and Internal Investigations
5.1 The inability to conduct accurate ballistics analysis on the shots fired made it impossible
for the firearms examiner to determine who fired the shots that struck Officer Torbit and
Sean Gamble.
5.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD conduct further research into the costs and benefits of the Glock
weapons and consider using alternate weapons or some modification to the barrels to ensure
accountability in the future.
Response:
Bullets fired from conventional Glock pistols are problematic to forensically identify.
Polygonal/hexagonal barrel rifling utilizing the “hammer forging” method does not normally impart
individual characteristics enabling the forensic identification of fired bullets. Glock has been
working on solutions to this issue, and offer the optional “EBIS” Enhanced Bullet Identification
System barrel which is restricted to law enforcement use only. According to published literature 1
this option creates a barrel “signature” by creating gross lines down the length of the barrel on the
lands of the rifling. These gross lines vary in width, depth, and spatial relationship, similar to a
barcode. Small imperfections in the depths of these gross lines also appear to have an impact on the
appearance of the land engravings on the fired bullets. Durability testing has been conducted by
various groups (including Miami Dade County) testing the reproducibility of the signature markings
after enduring the firing of many (250-10,000) rounds of ammunition. Results showed that the
gross lines endured, but that finer lines faded. This disparity reduces the chances of identifying
GLOCK bullets by a sufficient correspondence of individual characteristics when more temporally
removed; however, the manufacturing method lends itself to imparting class characteristics in
temporally adjacent bullets which can aid in differentiating one Glock bullet from another in a
“limited universe” situation.
The articles indicate that in a “limited universe” situation, where a number of Glocks of the same
caliber are involved in the same shooting incident, the EBIS barrel option would be beneficial in the
elimination but not necessarily the identification of the guns involved. In other words, it would be
more likely that the guns that did not fire the suspect bullet could be eliminated. There may or may
not be sufficient individual markings on the suspect bullet to determine if it was fired by a specific
gun to the exclusion to all others.
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Carolyn E. Martinez, Corpus Christi Police Department Forensic Services Laboratory, Corpus Christi, Texas,
GLOCK’s Signature Barrel – Durability of the EBIS Markings, AFTE Journal--Volume 41 Number 4--Fall
2009
Thomas G. Fadul Jr., Ph.D., Laboratory Manager, Miami-Dade Police Department, An Empirical Study to Evaluate
the Repeatability and Uniqueness of Striations/Impressions Imparted on Consecutively Manufactured Glock EBIS
Gun Barrels, AFTE Journal--Volume 43 Number 1--Winter 2011
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At this time, the cost conversion for the BPD to GLOCKS with an EBIS barrel option is financially
prohibitive. The Department will re-examine the possibility of switching to this type of GLOCK in
the future as additional funds become available.
5.2 BPD did not establish a photo log of the crime scene.
5.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD closely examine its practices regarding crime scene processing
and follow best practices.
Response:
Mobile Unit crime scene practices have been recently updated. A new technical manual was
published in June 2011 that formalized the training requirements and procedures used. This latest
version expands Mobile Unit’s documentation process, instituting new requirements, including the
creation of notes in the field for submission with the final report.
A new form and procedure has been outlined regarding photo log creation, and is currently
undergoing review prior to addition into the technical manual. The form would be completed by
the Crime Laboratory Technician, using a photo contact page as reference during record creation.
The current implementation plan indicates that we expect to add the procedure to the technical
manual in the next update, currently scheduled for April 2012. A proposed switch to digital
photography may require further procedure adjustment and a first meeting was held toward this
switch with the State’s Attorney’s Office on November 18, 2011. Implementation issues were
discussed, including the database software needed to insure authentication and verification.
Further meetings will be held to map out a coherent strategy that will ensure a smooth
implementation plan in the future. In addition to photo log documentation, the BPD has tested two
different types of crime scene reconstruction software, one of which was determined to be
preferred, and the Crime Laboratory Section is also researching a new panoramic camera solution.
The new crime scene photo log form can be found in Appendix L.
5.3 BPD's reporting process for a police-involved shooting incident is confusing, making it
difficult to determine whether officers followed proper procedures. (see response on page
13)
5.3.1 The IRB recommends that BPD’s current reporting policy regarding the use of force in police-
involved shootings be re-examined and updated to call for Use of Force Reports from both the officers
involved and from their first-in-line supervisors—in every case.
5.4 BPD did not regularly conduct analysis of the use of force at the time of the incident,
resulting in a continued lack of understanding about police-related shootings. (see response
on page 13)
5.4.1 The IRB recommends that BPD establish regular and proactive systems to examine and update
information and analyze patterns in police use of force.
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5.5 BPD’s current practice of deferring an internal investigation until after the homicide
investigation and the State’s Attorney's ruling in officer-involved shooting incidents
unnecessarily delays the Department’s ability to fulfill its responsibility to determine
compliance with policy or any policy shortcomings. (see response on page 13)
5.5.1 The IRB recommends that BPD conduct the criminal and internal investigations in parallel for
officer involved shooting situations.
5.5.2: The IRB recommends that the Internal Investigation Division (IID) interview the BPD officers
who used lethal force during the January 9, 2011 incident and conduct a systematic investigation into
all the actions at the scene leading up to the use of lethal force to determine compliance with existing
policies.
5.6 BPD investigators did not interview the officers who used lethal force; instead, the
officers involved in the incident prepared brief, formal memos summarizing their roles in
the incident and did not provide specific details regarding their decisions to use lethal force.
5.6.1 The IRB recommends that if the BPD Homicide investigator is prohibited from interviewing the
officers because of the assertion of constitutional protections, IID should interview the officers within
48 hours and compel their response under authority of Garrity v. New Jersey (1967).
Response:
As recommended by the IRB to ensure that specific details of this event were captured, the involved
officers gave prepared statements to the Homicide Detectives in February and March 2011. Those
statements were reviewed by detectives from Internal Investigation Division and were compared
with witness statements and interviews to investigate and evaluate the involved officers’ actions.
Based on the handling of this incident, the BPD has established new procedures governing the
investigation of police officer involved shooting incidents.
The BPD’s response to findings 5.3, 5.4, 5.5, and 5.6 details a clear, concise message of how a
member is to provide a report on the incident he or she was involved in. General Order G10 “Police
Involved Shooting Incidents” was recently redeveloped to reflect a more efficient way of reporting
situations involving uses of force with a firearm. This order applies to incidents involving the death
or injury of an officer or the death or injury to a citizen by police gunfire, as well as the intentional
discharging of a firearm at an officer or by an officer. Any use of force must be reasonable and must
be properly documented.
Officers are required to immediately notify the Communications Section and their Command when
a firearm is intentionally discharged or if the officer is a victim of an assault that involves the
discharge of a firearm. These notifications must be made regardless of member’s duty status or the
location where the discharge occurred. The member must ensure adequate medical resources are
requested for any injured person, remain on the scene until a permanent rank supervisor arrives,
and immediately notify the proper law enforcement agency if the discharge occurs off duty.
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A team with representatives from different units of the Department will be made available 24/7 to
respond to any officer involved shooting incidents. The Police Involved Shooting Team (POIS Team)
consists of the Homicide Section Supervisor, to conduct the criminal investigation; the Internal
Investigations Division Supervisor, to determine compliance with departmental rules and
regulations; the Education and Training Section Firearms Supervisor to examine any and all
training issues surrounding the incident and to implement training needs for the involved officers;
and the Crime Laboratory Section technician to process all evidence and ensure timely results of
any and all examinations; and a representative from the Public Affairs Section to ensure the timely
and accurate dissemination of facts to the public. These criminal and administrative investigations
are conducted during a parallel period of time. Each section of the team is required to compose a
SOP that outlines individual responsibilities.
For future police involved shooting incidents, the Commanding Officer of the Homicide Section will
solicit a voluntary statement from the involved officers as soon as practical, based upon the totality
of the circumstances surrounding the incident. The Chief, Criminal Investigation Division, the Chief,
Internal Investigation Division, and the Division Chief of Homicide from the State’s Attorney’s Office
will confer prior to compelling a statement from the involved officers in accordance with the Law
Enforcement Officers Bill Of Rights (LEOBR). As a general guideline this compelled statement
should occur within 30 days of the incident, if a voluntary statement is not provided by the officer.
In observance of the statutory protections afforded to officers, Homicide detectives may not
observe or have access to the compelled statements given to the Internal Investigation Division;
however the Internal Investigation Division detectives may observe or have access to the voluntary
statements given to the Homicide Section. All statements, whether voluntary or compelled, shall be
tape recorded and/or videotaped. Once the investigations have concluded, the Chief of the Criminal
Investigation Division will submit a comprehensive Criminal Investigation Summary Report to the
Police Commissioner. The submission of this report will take place within forty-five (45) days of
the incident.
Upon completion of the investigations, the BPD has also created additional mechanisms for the
evaluation of the incidents. Regular data tracking and analysis is set to take place through the
creation of a database, which includes incident information and logistics; the involved officers,
witnesses, and suspects; investigator information; associated cases; and location history. The
logistics of the initial incident will be captured, but after the After Action Review Board convenes
(see Response 5.7), additional information will be added regarding the important components of
the case. The BPD’s Planning & Research Section will be responsible for compiling statistics on
police involved shootings. The number of police involved shootings will be tracked by year to
produce historical analysis, in addition to breaking out the shootings by category. The number of
shots fired, both by the officer and citizen, will also be analyzed. Additionally, the types of incidents
leading up to the shootings will be tracked. This information will be disseminated through the
department and used in a proactive manner to aid in the prevention of any unjustified use of force
incidents.
The revised General Order can be found in Appendix D. The Homicide Division’s SOP can be found
in Appendix E, the Internal Investigations Division’s SOP can be found in Appendix F, the Education
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and Training Section’s SOP can be found in Appendix G, and the Public Affairs Section’s SOP can be
found in Appendix H. The Crime Laboratory’s SOP from the technical manual is available upon
request.
5.7 BPD’s policies and procedures provide for a Firearms Discharging and Assault Review
Board; however, the Department has not convened the Review Board in several years.
5.7.1 The IRB recommends that BPD activate a Lethal Force Review Board to conduct a systematic
review of any police-involved shooting, using both the Homicide and IID investigations.
5.7.2 The IRB recommends that BPD initiate an after-action review, incident reconstruction, and
analysis for all lethal force incidents.
Response:
The BPD recognizes the necessity of conducting a systematic review of police-involved shootings
incidents and has detailed the organization of the After Action Review Board in General Order G10
“Police Involved Shooting Incidents.” Since November 1, 2011 the After Action Review Board has
convened two times to review police involved shootings. The After Action Review Board consists of
representation from the Office of the Police Commissioner, the Operations and Administrative
Bureaus, Chief of Patrol, Criminal Investigations Division, Legal Affairs, Education and Training,
Planning and Research, and the involved member’s Commanding Officer.
The After Action Review Board convenes as the result of any police involved shooting resulting in
injury or death within thirty (30) days of the incident. Commanding Officers from the Homicide
Section, Education and Training Section, and Internal Investigations Division all brief the Board
members on details regarding the incident. Backgrounds and previous assignments for the
investigators are presented to the group before moving into the details of the case. The 911 call is
played for the Board and a synopsis of the incident is presented, including the criminal history of
the suspect. Photographs of the scene and a timeline of events are reconstructed to determine
whether any actions were in violation of policy. In addition to the reconstruction of the incident,
the backgrounds of the involved officer(s) and witnessing officer(s) are detailed, as well as any
statements they have provided. Internal Investigations detectives provide an internal history of the
involved officer and detail any previous areas of concern. Education and Training Section
representatives also analyze the training and the use of the firearm by the officer.
Collectively the Board examines the use of police tactics and the precipitating events that led to the
use of force, and evaluates revision of training and/or practice. The analysis by the Board of the
two (2) incidents has proven very beneficial to the Department. Each member has provided
recommendations with regard to improving police policy and training, which ultimately helps the
BPD better serve the citizens of Baltimore.
The composition and purpose of the review board is detailed in Appendix D.
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ISSUE AREA: Police Legitimacy, Trust, and Interactions with Citizens
6.1 Some officers at the scene spoke to victims and witnesses rudely, in a matter unbefitting
professional policing.
6.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD consider incorporating into its academy, into its in-service
curriculum, and into the Commissioner’s general memos to the force, specific training and reminders
about communication and interpersonal skills, procedural justice, and community trust.
Response:
The BPD consistently strives to hold members to the highest level of professional integrity. Much of
this is judged through the BPD’s interaction with citizens and the community’s perception of police.
To create an increased trust in police among citizens, community engagement is being stressed at
roll calls, In-Service training, and during the Comstat process.
In 2012, additional emphasis is being placed on entry- level recruits’ ability to communicate with
the public. Classroom instruction and role playing are supplemented by street assignments. During
these street assignments the recruits are specifically directed to engage the public in polite and
respectful conversation. In addition, a ninety (90) minute session on lessons learned from the Select
Lounge shooting is being incorporated into training on the academy side. Part of the class
discussion focuses on understanding of the power of words and tone when dealing with a
potentially unruly crowd. Each of the trainings places emphasis on police legitimacy and
professionalism.
Interpersonal Communications training will be also provided to all patrol sergeants in 2012.
Highlights from the two-day course include: Verbal Communication; Non-Verbal Communication;
Cultural Awarness and Community Engagement. Lessons will involve classroom discussions with
community memebers and victim advocacy groups as well as in-field practical exercises. This
“Train-the-Trainer” course will result in the sergeants providing training to patrol officers in their
specific units. This methodology reinforces the sergeant’s role as a trainer of his subordinates. In
the CID training school, investigators will also receive training on how to effectively communicate
with citizens through presentation by actual victims of crime.
In addition to incorporating these elements into training, other units are emphasizing the
importance of professional policing. The new Chief of IID, Grayling Williams, has already engaged
the community since beginning his new role. Chief Williams will be attending community meetings
to communicate his thoughts on police misconduct and police corruption. Chief Williams has also
contacted each member of City Council to assure them of his commitment to honesty and
professionalism in the BPD, as well as his availability to attend meetings. He also plans is attending
recruit and in-service training to speak on the importance of maintaining integrity as a police
officer in the BPD.
Emphasis on community engagement is also taking place in the Administrative Bureau. A Victims
Assistance Unit has been created to specifically follow up with victims of robberies and burglaries.
The BPD is also in the planning phase of developing a Citizens Police Academy. Within the Citizens
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Police Academy, community members will experience and interact with several aspects of the BPD,
from administrative to operational functions. Finally, the BPD continues to host regular open
houses for community members and has experienced positive feedback from neighborhood
associations and representatives attending these events.
The In-Service curriculum can be found in Appendix I, while the detailed ninety minute training
presentation can be found in Appendix J.
6.2 Significant delays in an IID investigation can have a direct effect on community
perceptions and can ultimately undermine community trust in the Baltimore Police
Department.
6.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD review its procedures for public communications in officer-
involved shooting investigations.
Response:
The BPD strives to communicate with citizens as quickly as possible with regard to officer-involved
shootings. Prior to any public release regarding officer-involved shootings, all information must be
verified by division commanders and forwarded to the Office of the Police Commissioner.
The Public Affairs Section has created a SOP with regard to the dissemination of information
regarding police involved shootings. In reference to the release of information, the Director of the
Public Affairs Section is the only employee of the BPD, other than the Police Commissioner,
authorized to speak with or release information to any media outlet. The Director of Public Affairs,
or assigned designee, will respond to the scene of a police-involved shooting incident and ensure
that any information is verified as factual. Once a media staging area has been assembled, a brief
statement of facts related to the incident will be given. The number of officer(s) and victim(s)
involved will be communicated, as well as their age, gender, rank, and unit of assignment. Forty-
eight (48) hours after the police-involved shooting, the BPD will then release the identity of the
officer involved, as well as additional details on the incident, if applicable. In cases of fatal police-
involved shootings, the identities of the victim(s) are made available after next of kin notifications.
As referenced in the General Order G10 “Police Involved Shooting Incidents,” the Homicide Division
and Internal Investigations Division will launch concurrent investigations into the incident and the
After Action Review Board examines further details of the incident. Upon completion of the
criminal and internal investigations, the Homicide Section’s case file pertaining to the incident shall
be made available to the general public and news media in accordance with the Maryland Public
Information Act (MPIA).
The entire Public Affairs Office SOP can be found in Appendix H.
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CONCLUSION
The Baltimore Police Department has achieved incredible advancement in the reduction of crime,
reducing both homicides and non-fatal shooting to thirty (30) year lows. However, despite this
significant success, the lessons of the Select Lounge are a powerful reminder that the Department
must remain committed to improving both professionalism and community confidence.
It has been over one (1) year since the tragic death of Officer William Torbit. During this past year
the Department has been dedicated to establishing new policies and better practices to help
prevent the occurrence of a future tragedy. With the assistance of the IRB, the Department has
redefined the investigation process for police involved shooting, created a new structure for
managing crowds and implemented an aggressive training curriculum that emphasizes decision
making, incident management and communication.
The Department remains dedicated to maintaining the highest levels of integrity and dedication.
The IRB's recommendations have been fully implemented by the Department with great confidence
that they will build a foundation for organizational growth and enhanced public trust.
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APPENDIX A
Executive Summary
A
Executive summary
In the early morning hours of January 9, 2011, Baltimore City

police responded to Select Lounge, located at the corner of
Franklin and North Paca Streets in the Central Police District, for
crowd control and dispersal operations due to disorderly conduct
and numerous fights at the location. Upon arrival, on-scene
officers’ initial request for additional units was ended shortly
thereafter by a “10-32” (sufficient units on scene).
However, soon after the “10-32,” the Central District Duty

Commander who was on the scene radioed for any free units to
respond and assist in closing the club. Over 30 officers responded
and began their attempts to control and disperse the crowd. With
so many officers responding from a number of different units,
managing the incident became difficult, especially after the Central
District Commander failed to coordinate and assign units to
specific tactical duties or to quickly establish an incident command
structure. The lack of overall incident management of an agitated
crowd placed the responding officers at risk and contributed to an
increasingly chaotic situation.
This risk escalated as officers in plainclothes began responding to

the scene without a crowd-control strategy in place and without the
establishment of an incident command center to direct and control
the increasingly complex police operation. Officer William Torbit
was on duty in plainclothes that night and responded to the scene
minutes after the District Commander’s call was placed for all
available units. Officer Torbit began to assist in dispersing the
crowd in the parking lot and, in the process, intervened in an
altercation in the lot. This altercation led to a fight between Officer
Torbit and several of the club patrons, with a number of individuals
punching and pushing him to the ground. Apparently unable to get
up and finding himself assaulted and stomped by 6-8 individuals,
Officer Torbit drew his gun and fired to stop the attack against him.
Four uniformed officers rushed into the area of the fight and, not
recognizing Officer Torbit, fired at him. After 6 seconds and 42
rounds discharged, the shooting ended, and the uniformed officers
quickly realized they had shot a plainclothes police officer. In
addition, one of the individuals assaulting Officer Torbit—Sean
Gamble—was also shot and killed (likely by Torbit, himself), and
four other persons (including a uniformed officer) were wounded.
All of the rounds fired were by Officer Torbit and four uniformed
officers.
The City of Baltimore Mayor’s Office and the Police Commissioner

tasked the Independent Review Board (IRB) with examining this
police-involved shooting. The Mayor’s Office and the Police
Commissioner also asked the IRB to review crowd-control
techniques, use of lethal force, deployment of incident command,
and the homicide investigation. Appendix A provides a copy of the
charge letter with a complete list of tasks for the IRB to complete.
CNA was contracted to support the IRB in this process, though the
IRB members, themselves, served without compensation.
Methodology
The IRB met seven times between March and September 2011 to
deliberate on the incident of January 9, 2011. Because the IRB
was charged with reviewing all of the materials available to them
from the incident, as well as department policies and practices,
CNA assisted the IRB by compiling this material. CNA provided
research, analytic, writing, and editing support; scheduled and
recorded the contents of meetings; and provided other support
when needed.
Summary of findings
The IRB has made 20 findings and 33 recommendations, which

are summarized in the table below.
Table 1. Summary of findings and recommendations
Issue Areas Findings Recommendations
1. Club/bar scene 1.1 Baltimore Police Department 1.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
(BPD) does not adequately engage implement problem-solving methods
in the Central in problem-solving for the club/bar to better understand and address the
District issues in its jurisdiction. recurring crime and disorder at
problem places (bars, clubs, or other
relevant locations).
1.1.2: The IRB recommends that BPD
and the City of Baltimore take
actions necessary to ensure that it is
aware of potential problem areas
before events occur.
1.2 BPD does not have formal 1.2.1: The IRB recommends that BPD
oversight of outside promoters for seek to implement a permitting
clubs/bars in the city. program for club promoters.
1.3 Current Baltimore City crowd- 1.3.1: The IRB recommends that BPD
control training that is provided in training reflect operational realities
the police academy and during in- (i.e., club and bar response) and that
service training does not prepare officers, first-line supervisors, and
officers for intervention in club/bar commanders follow protocol and
disorder. training when responding to club
scenes.
1.3.2 The IRB recommends that a
formal evaluation of the “Diamond
Standard” program be conducted
with respect to the crowd control
situations that frequently occur in the
Central District.
1.3.3 The IRB recommends that BPD
conduct regular deployment and
tactical exercises for both in-service
officers and new recruits in the
academy.
also engage in training to prevent
recurring problems at clubs and bars.
2. Plainclothes 2.1 Current BPD policy regarding 2.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
plainclothes policing is not specific carefully evaluate and rewrite policy
officers
in describing when such attire is permitting plainclothes officers to
necessary for a police purpose. respond to non-life-threatening
situations, in light of the danger and
risks associated with plainclothes
policing.
develop a policy that
comprehensively addresses the roles
and responsibilities of officers who
are operating in plainclothes.
weigh the need for plainclothes
officers with the dangers and lack of
flexibility for other assignments and
response to calls for assistance, and
make adjustments as necessary.
2.2 The majority of witnesses— 2.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
civilian and police—did not policy require that officers in
recognize Officer Torbit as a police plainclothes verbally announce that
officer. they are police when taking
enforcement action.
2.2.2 The IRB recommends that when
BPD officers respond to any incident
that may require enforcement action,
all plainclothes officers wear
outermost garments that clearly
identify them as police officers on
front and back (i.e., yellow raid
jackets or ballistic outer vests that
say "POLICE" in high-visibility
letters).
badges be firmly affixed to the
officer’s outermost garment.
3. Use of deadly 3.1 Officer Torbit’s tactics and safety 3.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
were compromised when he took policy dictate that officers do not take
force
law enforcement action without enforcement action in crowds without
backup. This action (while he was backup, especially when dressed in
wearing plainclothes) contributed to plainclothes.
the life-threatening situation where
he used lethal force to stop the
assault.
3.2 Officer Torbit’s use of deadly force 3.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
was within policy (with important evaluate training for use of deadly
qualifications). force in civilian crowd situations and
that BPD place stronger emphasis on
prevention and tactics to minimize
the incidences where deadly force
might be needed.
3.2.2 The IRB recommends that both
academy and in-service training
emphasize the circumstances that
may lead to the use of deadly force,
focusing not only on the analysis of
BPD's own data, but also on other
police departments’ successful
approaches to lethal force training.
3.3 The four uniformed officers' use of 3.3.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
deadly force was within policy (with enhance its training on firearms and
important qualifications). use of lethal force to emphasize
assessing situations, making
informed judgments, and finding
alternatives to lethal force other than
reflexive shooting.
4. Incident 4.1 The call for any free units to 4.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
respond to the scene created a develop, test, and implement a
management
mass, decentralized response, strategic plan for incident response
making it difficult to organize the in club/bar situations. Strategic and
officers into squads for assignments tactical incident response plans
and to expedite dispersal of the should be based on rigorous analysis
agitated crowd. and lessons learned from prior
incidents.
4.2 Less than half of the responding 4.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
BPD officers reported to the enforce the existing CAD system
Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) policy for command and control and
system, which made tracking and officer safety.
managing the officers more difficult,
despite General Orders requiring
units to identify themselves as they
responded to the scene.
4.3 The breakdown of response to the 4.3.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
Select Lounge incident was, in large update standard operating
part, the result of failure to establish procedures for incident management
incident command, as trained by and incorporate the International
BPD. Association of Chiefs of Police model
policies for incident management.
develop established protocols for
club closures and other similar
events, as well as have the incident
commander assign roles and
responsibilities to the responding
officers.
conduct additional incident
management training and practice
incident command and scenario-
based exercises, as well as review
and revise existing training policies
and procedures.
5. Criminal and 5.1 The inability to conduct accurate 5.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
ballistics analysis on the shots fired conduct further research into the
internal
made it impossible for the firearms costs and benefits of the Glock
investigations examiner to determine who fired the weapons and consider using
shots that struck Officer Torbit and alternate weapons or some
Sean Gamble. modification to the barrels to ensure
accountability in the future.
5.2 BPD did not establi sh a photo log 5.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
of the crime scene. closely examine its practices
regarding crime scene processing
and follow best practices.
5.3 BPD's reporting process for a 5.3.1 The IRB recommends that BPD’s
police-involved shooting incident is current reporting policy regarding the
confusing, making it difficult to use of force in police-involved
determine whether officers followed shootings be re-examined and
proper procedures. updated to call for Use of Force
Reports from both the officers
involved and from their first-in-line
supervisors—in every case.
5.4 BPD did not regularly conduct 5.4.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
analysis of the use of force at the establish regular and proactive
time of the incident, resulting in a systems to examine and update
continued lack of understanding information and analyze patterns in
about police-related shootings. police use of force.
5.5 BPD’s current practice of 5.5.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
deferring an internal investigation conduct the criminal and internal
until after the homicide investigation investigations in parallel for officer-
and the State’s Attorney's ruling in involved shooting situations.
officer-involved shooting incidents
5.5.2: The IRB recommends that the
unnecessarily delays the
Internal Investigation Division (IID)
Department’s ability to fulfill its
interview the BPD officers who used
responsibility to determine th
lethal force during the January 9
compliance with policy or any policy
incident and conduct a systematic
shortcomings.
investigation into all the actions at
the scene leading up to the use of
lethal force to determine compliance
with existing policies.
5.6 BPD investigators did not 5.6.1 The IRB recommends that if the
interview the officers who used BPD Homicide investigator is
lethal force; instead, the officers prohibited from interviewing the
involved in the incident prepared officers because of the assertion of
brief, formal memos summarizing constitutional protections, IID should
their roles in the incident and did not interview the officers within 48 hours
provide specific details regarding and compel their response under
their decisions to use lethal force. authority of Garrity v. New Jersey
(1967).
5.7 BPD’s policies and procedures 5.7.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
provide for a Firearms Discharging activate a Lethal Force Review
and Assault Review Board; Board to conduct a systematic
however, the Department has not review of any police-involved
convened the Review Board in shooting, using both the Homicide
several years. and IID investigations.
initiate an after-action review, inci-
dent reconstruction, and analysis for
all lethal force incidents.
6.Police legitimacy, 6.1 Some officers at the scene spoke 6.1.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
to victims and witnesses rudely, in a consider incorporating into its
trust, and
matter unbefitting professional academy, into its in-service
interactions with policing. curriculum, and into the
citizens Commissioner’s general memos to
the force, specific training and
reminders about communication and
interpersonal skills, procedural
justice, and community trust.
6.2 Significant delays in an IID 6.2.1 The IRB recommends that BPD
investigation can have a direct review its procedures for public
effect on community perceptions communications in officer-involved
and can ultimately undermine shooting investigations.
community trust in the Baltimore
Police Department.
APPENDIX B
Standard Operating Procedure for Response to Crowd Control Incidents
B
Standard Operating Procedure
For: Response to Crowd Control Incidents
1 March 2012
INTRODUCTION
This document is intended for all members of the Baltimore Police Department when responding to an
unanticipated, spontaneous crowd control incident within the City of Baltimore.
The contents of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) are intended to provide a framework around
which any member acting as an Incident Commander during a crowd control incident can create and
implement an Incident Action Plan
Plan.
However, at no time does the guidance provided by this document supersede or replace the policies
and procedures of the Baltimore Police Department as defined in any applicable General Order or
Police Commissioner’ss Memorandum
Memorandum.
POLICY
Proactive Crowd Assessment
Although certain crowd control incidents may occur with no warning, many venues throughout the City
are known as popular destinations and can be monitored by Officers on patrol.
patro Supervisors should
direct their subordinates to gather intelligence at these venues through one-on-one
one contact with
security and/or management personnel. Items of critical value are:
• Is the crowd size larger than can be handled by av

available sector Patrol Officers?
• Can the crowd dynamic be characterized as dis

disruptive,
ruptive, hostile, or combative?
• Have there been any incidents

ncidents of assault, property damage, etc., or is there a likelihood that
they will occur?
• Is there any indication that members of opposin

opposing groups are present?
• Will direct
irect police intervention be necessary to disperse the crowd, restore
rest order, and protect
property?
Incident Commander (IC)
Every crowd control incident will require the identification of an Incident Commander (IC) who will have
absolute authority at the scene of the incident. The first officer on the scene will become the initial IC,
and he/she will continue in that role until relieved by another member of higher rank.
As higher-ranking
ranking members assume the duties of IC they will ensure that an official transfer of
command is broadcast by police radio. In order to prevent individual officers and supervisors from
initiating random,
om, uncoordinated actions in which no strategic purpose
purposes are served, the IC must always
provide a plan of action to unite and direct all response efforts during the incident.
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Incident Priorities
When resolving a crowd control incident, the following operational priorities should be examined:
1. Protection and preservation of life.
2. Immediate threats to the safety of the general public and responding Officers.
3. Incident stabilization / isolation (with the recording of actions taken).
4. Dispersal of the crowd, restoration of order.
5. Crime scene preservation and collection of evidence.
6. Restoration of unrestricted access to public services, transportation, infrastructure, etc.
Incident Action Plan
The Incident Action Plan is based on the Incident Priorities listed above and contains general objectives
that reflect the Incident Commander’s strategy for controlling/dispersing the crowd. It may be basic in
nature, can be passed down to subordinates by way of direct verbal instructions, and includes the
establishment of a Staging Area.
Incident Commanders can and should revise their Incident Action Plans based on status reports from
subordinate supervisors. Any element of an existing Incident Action Plan that proves ineffective in
serving the Incident Commander’s strategic goals should be altered or discarded as necessary.
Staging Area
A location under the direct control of a permanent rank supervisor which serves as an assembly area
for additional personnel and resources. It must have adequate space for police, fire, and utility vehicles,
as well as areas in which specialized units such as SWAT may prepare for deployment.
PROCEDURES
Member
1. If you are present in the location of the crowd control incident prior to the arrival of a Supervisor:
1.1. By police radio:
1.1.1. Notify your District’s Police Dispatcher that a crowd control situation is
developing; give whatever information you believe will be most descriptive of
both the situation AND the location in which it is occurring.
1.1.2. Request that a Supervisor respond to your location.
1.2. Do not take any direct police action unless you observe a threat that presents an
imminent risk of serious physical injury or death.
1.3. Continue to monitor the crowd until a Supervisor and back-up units arrive.
1.4. If operating in a Non-Uniformed capacity:
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1.4.1. Non-Uniformed officers will not engage in crowd control.
1.4.2. Non-Uniformed officers will not take enforcement action unless they observe a
threat that presents an imminent risk of serious physical injury or death.
1.5. Upon the arrival of a Supervisor, relay any pertinent information.
1.5.1. At this time the Supervisor should announce by police radio that he/she is on the
scene and assuming the duties of Incident Commander.
2. If you are not present in the location of the crowd control incident, DO NOT respond to the area
unless directly ordered to do so.
2.1. If you are ordered to respond to the area, report ONLY to the location (or Supervisor) to
which you have been directed.
2.2. If you are ordered to respond to a Staging Area, report directly to the Supervisor in
charge of the Staging Area.
Incident Commander (IC)
1. Assess the situation and determine what resources/personnel will be needed.
1.1. Give clear direction by police radio as to where those back-up units will respond, or to
whom they will report.
2. Ensure that a Permanent Rank Supervisor is performing the duties of Shift Commander for the
current patrol shift.
3. Consider whether any need exists to activate the following:
3.1. A separate, dedicated radio channel.
3.2. A Command Post.
3.3. A Traffic Perimeter.
3.4. A Staging Area.
4. Make every reasonable effort to determine if any other on- or off-duty law enforcement or first
responder personnel are present at the scene.
5. Determine if there is a need for outside expertise such as a Fire Marshall, VICE, or a Liquor
Board Inspector.
6. If you believe that on-scene personnel will be sufficient to execute any necessary crowd
control/dispersal actions:
6.1. Prepare a basic Incident Action Plan based upon the Incident Priorities.
6.2. Brief subordinate Supervisors on your overall plan and assign specific task(s) to each
Supervisor.
6.3. Ensure each Supervisor clearly identifies him-/herself to the Officers for whom he/she is
responsible.
7. If you DO NOT believe that on-scene personnel will be sufficient to execute a crowd
control/dispersal plan:
7.1. Request that a supervisor of the next higher rank respond to your location (lieutenant
relieves sergeant, major relieves lieutenant, etc.).
7.2. Direct available resources to a continuation of efforts to isolate and stabilize the
situation.
NOTE: Any response to a crowd control incident of extreme size or complexity

shall be governed by General Order T-7, “National Incident Management
System.”
8. If you determine that the incident has been resolved, demobilize all resources by:
8.1. Directing all personnel (except those who are injured or transporting/processing
prisoners) to report back to the original Staging Area.
8.2. Gaining exact accountability for all personnel deployed during crowd control incident.
8.3. Notifying appropriate members of Senior Command Staff that the situation has been
resolved and that District operations are returning to a normal status.
8.4. Deactivating the dedicated radio channel.
8.5. Organizing the collection of required after-action reporting.
Staging Area Supervisor
1. Immediately upon direction from the Incident Commander, respond to the designated Staging
Area.
2. Assess its suitability in terms of size, sufficient space for vehicles, etc.
3. Advise all other responding units by police radio of a safe route by which they may reach the
Staging Area.
4. Take charge of the following duties:
4.1. Maintain a written Staging Area Log of arriving units that includes their names, call
numbers, time arrived, time deployed, and time released/demobilized.
NOTE: This will be crucial in accounting for all personnel prior to demobilization
at the completion of the crowd control incident.
4.2. Give a direct order to arriving units that they are to remain in the Staging Area until
specifically authorized, at your direction, to depart.
4.3. Ensure vehicles with priority tasks (i.e., ambulances and tow trucks) are parked in
locations that will allow them to rapidly deploy from the Staging Area.
4.4. If necessary, assign another member to assist you in these duties.
5. Group Officers and Supervisors into teams at the direction of the Incident Commander.

6. Deploy units/teams from the Staging Area at the direction of the Incident Commander.
6.1. When units/teams are deployed from the Staging Area, update the Staging Area Log to
reflect their time of departure and assignment.
7. Assist the Incident Commander with final accountability during the demobilization process.
District Commander
1. Ensure that all appropriate after-action reporting is collected by the final Incident Commander.
2. Arrange an after-action review of the crowd control incident.
2.1. Determine what units or personnel should attend this review.
Special Operations Section
Units from the Special Operations Section will be utilized as follows:
SWAT - SWAT personnel will not perform basic crowd control tasks.
SWAT elements will respond to the Staging Area and, upon direction from the Incident Commander,
deploy in support of the main crowd control effort. They will perform specialized actions such as
directed arrests or downed-Officer rescues from within the crowd. SWAT will also prepare to assess
and confront potential deadly force threats.
EVU - EVU will respond to the Staging Area and supply specialized equipment as required.
Mounted Unit - The Mounted Unit will report to the Staging Area and, at the direction of the Incident
Commander, engage in primary crowd control measures.
Canine (K9) Unit - Canine units will respond to and remain at the Staging Area in order to provide
security for personnel and equipment at that location. Canine handlers will not engage in crowd control
and they will not take enforcement action within a crowd unless they observe a threat that presents an
imminent risk of serious physical injury or death.
Aviation Unit (Fox) - The Aviation Unit will provide airborne surveillance at the direction of the Incident
Commander and, upon request, utilize their ability to downlink video imagery of the incident to ground
units.
Marine Unit - The Marine Unit will perform their regular mission of monitoring waterways unless
directed to perform other activities by the Incident Commander.
After-Action Reporting and Analysis
At the conclusion of any activation of this SOP, a thorough accounting of actions taken and resources
expended must be made in order to: (1) Document departmental activities for the purposes of
prosecution and/or other legal action; (2) Provide the framework for an overall cost estimate; and (3)
Allow for a post-incident debriefing and an analysis of the police response, emphasizing both lessons
learned and the refinement of existing training paradigms.
After-Action Reporting will include, at a minimum:

1. Departmental Documentation: Copies of property/evidence receipts, crime scene logs,
Employee’s Incident Reports (EIRs), use of force packages, administrative reports detailing
damage to departmental property, equipment, vehicles, etc.
2. Arrest/Booking Information: Copies of offense reports, statements of probable cause,

statements of charges, witness information and statements, etc.
3. Staging Area Manager’s Log: Names and unit numbers of all responding Officers, paramedics
and fire department personnel, City tow truck drivers, etc. This log should include time arrived,
time deployed, and time released/demobilized for all personnel.
4. Command Post Log: This will be the notes and entries made by the Incident Commander’s
recording assistant (“scribe”). It should include times and outcomes of notifications to City and
Departmental leadership; requests for specialized units and/or subject matter experts (Fire
Marshall, Liquor Board, VICE, etc.); and any official findings from the specialized units and
experts.

APPENDIX C
General Order J-5 “Uniformed Policing Standards”
C
General Order J-5
Subject
UNIFORMED POLICING STANDARDS

Distribution Date Published Page
“A” 1 March 2012 Page 1 of 4
By Order of the Police Commissioner
BACKGROUND
Research on crime prevention and reduction clearly demonstrates that the presence of a uniformed
officer has a positive impact on a community’s sense of security and dramatically reduces fear of crime.
A police officer wearing a uniform, badge, and nameplate visibly demonstrates the officer’s official
authority and clearly identifies the individual as an agent of the state. It is important to note that there is
no empirical evidence that the deployment of non-uniformed police officers leads to greater crime
prevention, or more effective policing.
A police officer not in uniform and lacking immediate identification poses a potential risk, jeopardizes
safety, and can infringe upon an officer’s ability to carry out enforcement duties.
Research shows that officers not working in uniform have a greater potential to find themselves
in dangerous confrontations because of their lack of identification.
Members working in the unique and highly specialized capacity such as a non-uniformed or undercover
officer should be properly trained and made aware of the inherent dangers and responsibilities while
working in this duty status.
POLICY
It is the policy of the Baltimore Police Department that any member who is authorized to work in any
non-uniformed capacity must, at all times, bear in mind the potential life-threatening nature of
attempting to take police action while not in uniform.
All members working in a non-uniformed assignment are solely responsible for ensuring that they are
readily identifiable prior to taking police action.
All members authorized to work in a non-uniformed capacity must attend an annual training session
provided by the Commanding Officer of the Violent Crime Impact Section on the risks and
responsibilities of working out of uniform.
Patrol Division
Sworn members in full duty status assigned/detailed to the Patrol Division are not authorized to work in
a non-uniformed capacity. They will wear a departmental uniform as defined by the Chief of Patrol.
Exception: District Commanders, in consultation with the Chief of Patrol, may authorize District
Drug Enforcement Units to work in a non-uniformed capacity during limited
investigative initiatives, such as surveillance operations or meetings with
informants.
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Criminal Investigation Division (CID)
The Chief, Criminal Investigation Division (CID), will determine which units within CID are authorized to
work in a non-uniformed capacity. When members of these authorized units engage in proactive
enforcement actions such as arrests, neighborhood patrols and car stop/field identification initiatives,
they must wear as their outermost garment their ballistic vest in an authorized tactical vest carrier that
has the word “POLICE” displayed on the front and back panels. The members’ Departmental Badge
must be affixed to their tactical vest carrier. CALEA 41.3.6
Police Commissioner’s Office/Administrative Bureau
Sworn full-duty members assigned/detailed to units within the Administrative Bureau or the Police
Commissioner’s Office will wear a departmental uniform.
Exception: The Police Commissioner and the Deputy Commissioner, Administrative Bureau,
have the discretion, on a unit-by-unit basis, to authorize sworn full-duty members to
work in a non-uniformed capacity.
GENERAL INFORMATION
In order to minimize potential hazards, all officers authorized to work in a non-uniformed assignment
must immediately identify themselves as a police officer and provide appropriate police identification
when challenged by another police officer. Officers not in uniform are responsible for identifying
themselves while engaging in enforcement activities.
1. Sworn Members working in a non-uniformed capacity and engaged in proactive

enforcement actions such as arrests, neighborhood patrols and car stop/field identification
initiatives are required to wear:
1.1. Ballistic vest, in an authorized tactical vest carrier with the word “POLICE” displayed on
the front and back panels, as the outermost garment. CALEA 41.3.6
1.2. Departmental Badge affixed to the tactical vest carrier.
2. Sworn Members working in “Court Attire” are generally primary investigators who respond to
investigate crimes after they have occurred and conduct follow up investigations. Officers
working in this capacity are not concealing their identity as police officers. These members shall
prominently display their identification during the normal course of their duties.
Officers/Detectives working in court attire are required to wear: CALEA Standard 22.2.5
2.1. Departmental Badge affixed to their outermost garment.
2.2. Departmental Identification Card attached to their outermost garment. CALEA 22.2.7
3. Sworn Members working in an undercover capacity are generally conducting investigations

that require them to conceal their professional identity.
3.1. Commanding Officers with a minimum rank of Deputy Major assigned to the Criminal
Investigation Division have the authority to put members into an undercover capacity.
3.2. The undercover officer’s Commanding Officer (having the minimum rank of Deputy
Major) will determine if the member is required to have his/her Departmental Badge and
Identification Card in his/her possession during the operation.
3.3. The undercover member should avoid becoming involved in proactive enforcement
actions. If an exigent situation arises that requires an undercover officer to take proactive
enforcement action, he/she should immediately identify him-/herself as a police officer
and follow all requirements of this Order.
REQUIRED ACTION
Member
1. It is the non-uniformed officer’s responsibility, whenever engaged in proactive enforcement, to

make his/her identity as a police officer clear to both members of the general public and to other
members of law enforcement.
1.1. Officers will be conscious of their appearance, keeping in mind that officers do not
always recognize each other.
1.2. Non-uniformed officers will not engage in crowd control.
1.3. Non-uniformed officers will not take enforcement action within a crowd unless
there is potential for imminent death or serious injury.
1.3.1. If enforcement action is required due to the potential for imminent death or
serious injury, non-uniformed officers will advise the Communications Section
that they are not in uniform and will then provide their physical and clothing
description.
1.4. When reporting to any tactical or crisis situation, all officers will report to the assigned
staging area or incident commander for a briefing so as to minimize the chances for
misidentification.
1.5. Due to the possibility that non-uniformed or undercover officers may not be recognized
by other officers, they shall obey all orders given to them by other officers—including
orders to disarm themselves, raise their hands in the air, or assume other non-
threatening positions.
1.6. When non-uniformed officers are challenged by other members of law enforcement, they
should immediately identify themselves as a POLICE OFFICER, giving their name,
assignment and sequence number. Confronted officers will verbally advise that they are
armed and the location of their weapon.
1.6.1. In the event that the non-uniformed officer has an exposed weapon, he/she will
not make any movements unless instructed to do so by the confronting officer.
1.6.2. If the non-uniformed officer does not have an exposed weapon, he/she will
immediately straighten his/her arms over the head, then cross both arms at the
wrists with the palms forward and the fingers spread.
1.6.3. As soon as practical, notify your Commanding Officer of the incident.
Supervisor
1. It is critical that non-uniformed activities and operations be preplanned and coordinated.

2. Supervisors of non-uniformed investigative activities will, when practical, notify the patrol shift
commanders in the effected district. This action will ensure that uniformed and non-uniformed
personnel are made aware of the confrontational possibilities so as to minimize hazards.
3. Supervisors of non-uniformed investigative activities will notify the Communications Section of

the non-uniformed operation, the location of the operation, and each unit’s assigned radio call
number.
4. Ensure all non-uniformed officers are aware of and comply with the procedures set out in this
Order.
Patrol Shift Commander
1. Patrol Shift Commanders will be aware of all locations in their districts at which non-uniformed
proactive enforcement operations are occurring.
2. Inform uniformed officers of non-uniformed operations. CALEA Standard 42.2.24
3. Provide assistance to the non-uniformed operations, as requested by the supervisor of the non-
uniformed activity.
Commander, Violent Crime Impact Section
1. Conduct an annual training session for all members who are authorized to work in a non-
uniformed capacity.
Director, Education and Training Section
1. Assist the Commander, Violent Crime Impact Section, in conducting training for all members
assigned to work in a non-uniformed capacity.
2. Upon request, provide a list of all members who have received this training.
Director, Communications Section
1. Establish a policy whereby the Police Dispatcher makes audible notification by police radio
whenever he/she becomes aware that a non-uniformed officer is at a location to which other
members are responding for a disturbance or other call for service. Include all information
known about the non-uniformed member(s), including a clothing description, physical
description and call number.
RECISION
Remove and destroy/recycle Police Commissioner’s Memorandum 22-83, “Officer Identification,” dated
16 May 1983.
COMMUNICATION OF POLICY
Supervisors shall be responsible for communication of the contents of this Order to their subordinates.
This Order is effective on the date listed herein and is to be read at all roll calls for five consecutive
days and posted on Departmental Bulletin Boards.
APPENDIX D
General Order G-10 “Police Involved Shooting Incidents”
D
General Order G-10
Subject
POLICE-INVOLVED SHOOTING INCIDENTS

Distribution Date Published Page
“A” 1 March 2012 1 of 7

By Order of the Police Commissioner
POLICY
It is the policy of the Baltimore Police Department to thoroughly investigate and accurately document all
of the facts surrounding incidents in which an officer discharges a firearm or is the victim of an assault
that involves the discharge of a firearm.
SCOPE
This General Order applies to the following types of incidents:
1. Death of or injury to an officer due to gunfire;
2. Death of or injury to a civilian due to police gunfire; and
3. Intentional discharging of a firearm at an officer or by an officer.
NOTE: For procedures governing the shooting of a vicious animal, see General
Order C-2, “Rules and Regulations,” Rule 3, Firearms, Section 1.
For procedures governing the negligent handling of a firearm that results

in a discharge of the firearm with no injury, see General Order C-6,
“Command Discipline.”
GENERAL
1. Each member on the scene of a police-involved shooting situation will be held strictly
accountable for adhering to departmental regulations governing the use of firearms. Those
regulations include General Order C-2, “Rules and Regulations,” and the Training Bulletin
entitled “Use of Deadly Force.”
2. Members must be aware that gunfire in close proximity could initiate a “startle response” that
causes the member to unintentionally discharge his/her firearm. Therefore, members are
reminded that they must keep their trigger finger off of the trigger and at “touch point” until they
are prepared to justifiably discharge the weapon.
3. Members are reminded that in accordance with departmental policy the application of deadly
force must cease when the attacker is incapacitated. Incapacitation is defined as the point at
which an attacker is no longer capable of injuring the officer or others.
POLICE OFFICER INVOLVED SHOOTING TEAM (POIS Team)
1. The POIS Team shall consist of:

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1.1. Supervisor, Homicide Section, to conduct the criminal investigation.
1.2. Supervisor, Internal Investigation Division, to conduct the internal investigation and
assess compliance with departmental rules and regulations.
1.3. Supervisor, Firearms Training Unit, to examine any and all training issues surrounding
the incident and to implement training needs for the involved officers.
1.4. Technician, Mobile Crime Laboratory Unit, to process the crime scene(s) in accordance
with procedures contained in the Crime Laboratory Section’s technical manual.
1.5. Spokesperson, Public Affairs Section, to ensure an accurate and timely flow of
information to the public.
2. Each component of the POIS Team is required to maintain a Standard Operating Procedure
which defines its particular role and responsibilities.
3. The Chief, Criminal Investigation Division, will ensure that POIS Teams are available to respond
twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week.
4. The POIS Teams shall conduct parallel criminal and administrative investigations.
The Commanding Officer, Homicide Section, will solicit a voluntary statement from the
involved officer(s) as soon as practical based upon the totality of the circumstances
surrounding the incident. CALEA 1.3.6
The Chief, Internal Investigation Division, will confer with the Chief, Criminal
Investigation Division, and the Chief Prosecutor, State’s Attorney’s Homicide Division,
prior to compelling a statement from the involved officers in accordance with the Law
Enforcement Officers Bill Of Rights (LEOBR). As a general guideline, this compelled
statement will be taken within thirty (30) days of the incident.
All statements, whether voluntary or compelled, shall be tape recorded and/or

videotaped.
Detectives from the Internal Investigation Division may observe and have access to the
voluntary statements given to the Homicide Section.
Detectives from the Internal Investigation Division may conduct follow-up interviews with
involved officers in order to address policy-related issues that may not have been
detailed in the interview conducted by the Homicide Section.
Detectives from the Homicide Section may not observe or have access to the compelled
statements given to the Internal Investigation Division.
The Shift Commander, Homicide Section, and the Supervisor, Internal Investigation
Division, will coordinate the use-of-force entry into Blue Team.
REQUIRED ACTION
Member
1. Any time you intentionally discharge your firearm or you are a victim of an assault that
involves the discharge of a firearm, immediately notify the Communications Section and your
Command. These notifications must be made regardless of your duty status or the location at
which the discharge occurred.
2. Ensure adequate medical resources are requested for any injured person. CALEA 1.3.5
3. If the discharge occurs off-duty, you must also immediately notify the proper law enforcement
agency in the jurisdiction of occurrence.
4. Remain on the scene until a permanent rank supervisor arrives, unless exigent circumstances
arise.
Mobile Unit Supervisor, Crime Laboratory Section
1. Process the crime scene and all evidence in accordance with the procedures contained in the
Crime Laboratory Section’s technical manual.
Shift Commander, Communications Section
1. Make prompt notifications to Police Command Staff.
2. Activate the POIS Team.
3. Activate the Critical Incident Stress Team.
Lieutenant/Sergeant-in-Charge, District of Occurrence
1. A permanent rank supervisor must respond to, secure and maintain the integrity of the scene
and all witnesses.
2. Ensure that a crime scene log is established.
3. Request adequate medical resources for any injured person.
4. Confirm that the POIS Team has been activated.
5. Confirm with the Shift Commander, Communications Section, that all required notifications have
been made to Police Command Staff.
6. Separate all involved member(s).
7. Do not recover, inspect or secure any involved member’s firearm unless directed to do so by the
Shift Commander, Homicide Section.
8. Assist the Shift Commander, Homicide Section, and the POIS Team as requested.
Lieutenant/Sergeant-in-Charge, Member’s Assignment
1. Immediately respond to the scene.
2. If the incident occurred within the City of Baltimore, confirm that the POIS Team has been
activated.
3. If the discharge occurred outside of the City of Baltimore, confer with your Commanding Officer
to determine whether or not you should respond.
3.1. Out-of-jurisdiction/out-of-district incidents require that you act strictly as an observer for
your Command.
4. Ensure that any officer who has been ordered to do so submits to appropriate drug screening
and/or alcohol testing.
NOTE: The Shift Commander, Homicide Section, has complete command over the
discharging scene and the investigation.
If reasonable suspicion exists to believe that a member who has discharged a

firearm acted under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol, the Shift Commander,
Homicide Section, will order the member to submit to the appropriate drug
screening and/or alcohol testing.
Shift Commander, Homicide Section
1. Respond to the scene.
2. Direct the overall investigation of a Police-Involved Shooting.
3. Complete the “Preliminary Police-Involved Firearms Discharge Report” (Form 177).
4. Make a determination as to when an involved member’s firearm will be recovered, and the
location at which the firearm will be recovered.
Sergeant, Firearms Training Unit
1. Respond to the scene.
2. Conduct the After Action Training Program with the involved member(s).
Commanding Officer, Involved Member’s District/Section
1. Before restoring any involved member to full-duty status, and prior to the reissuance of any
departmental equipment, ensure that the involved member:
1.1. Has successfully completed a Fitness-for-Duty evaluation at the Public Safety Infirmary
(PSI).
1.2. Has attended the mandated After Action Training Program conducted by the Firearms
Training Unit.
1.3. Has been cleared for reinstatement by the Chief, Criminal Investigation Division, the
Chief, Internal Investigation Division, and the Director, Education and Training Section.
2. Consult with your Division Chief concerning the duty status of the involved member(s) in
accordance with General Order C-4, “Suspension Procedures.” CALEA 1.3.8
Division Chief, Involved Member
1. Consult with the involved member’s Commanding Officer concerning the member’s duty status
in accordance with General Order C-4, “Suspension Procedures.”
2. Authorize the After Action Training for the incident with the involved member after consultation
with the Chief, Criminal Investigation Division, the Chief, Internal Investigation Division, and the
Chief Legal Counsel, Legal Affairs Section.
Chief, Criminal Investigation Division
1. In conjunction with the Chief, Internal Investigation Division, ensure that all initial reporting is
forwarded via Official Channels to the Police Commissioner.
2. Submit a comprehensive Criminal Investigation Summary Report via Official Channels to the
Police Commissioner within forty-five (45) days of the incident.
Director, Public Affairs Section
1. Based upon information received from the investigative units, prepare press releases for the
Police Commissioner’s approval.
2. Release a statement to the media summarizing the facts surrounding the incident, including:
2.1. The number of officer(s) involved, as well as their age, gender, rank and unit of
assignment.
2.2. The number of victim(s) involved, as well as their age and gender.
3. The identity of the officer(s) involved in a police-involved shooting incident will only be released
to the general public and media outlets after forty-eight (48) hours have elapsed from the time
the incident occurred.
4. Upon completion of the police-involved shooting investigation the Homicide Section’s case file
shall be made available to the general public and news media in accordance with the Maryland
Public Information Act (MPIA).
Chief, Internal Investigation Division
1. In conjunction with the Chief, Criminal Investigation Division, ensure that all initial reporting is
forwarded via Official Channels to the Police Commissioner.
2. Submit a comprehensive Internal Investigation Summary Report to the Police Commissioner

within forty-five (45) days of the incident.
3. Maintain files for all police-involved shooting incidents and related data.
Chief Legal Counsel, Legal Affairs Section
1. Review all forwarded reporting with the Police Commissioner.

Deputy Police Commissioner, Administrative Bureau
1. Review the reporting of the incident relative to firearms training, equipment matters, policies and
practices as prescribed in this Order. CALEA 1.3.6
Director, Planning and Research Section
1. Collect, maintain and analyze all reporting and documentation pertaining to police-involved
shooting incidents and assaults by firearms. CALEA 1.3.13
POLICE INVOLVED SHOOTING INCIDENTS - AFTER ACTION REVIEW BOARD
1. Duties and Responsibilities:
1.1. An After Action Review Board will examine all incidents in which there is an injury to or
death of an officer due to gunfire, and/or there is an injury to or death of a civilian due to
police gunfire. The Deputy Police Commissioner, Administrative Bureau, will convene
this Board within thirty (30) days of the incident. CALEA 1.3.7
1.2. The Board will review all incidents as they pertain to equipment, training and policy
matters, including an examination of the police tactics and precipitating events that led to
the use of force, and evaluation of/revision(s) to training and/or practices.
1.3. The Chief, Criminal Investigation Division, the Chief, Internal Investigation Division, and
the Director, Education and Training Section, will prepare and present their findings to
the Board.
2. After Action Review Board membership:
2.1. Police Commissioner.
2.2. Deputy Police Commissioner, Operations Bureau.
2.3. Chief, Criminal Investigation Division.
2.4. Chief Legal Counsel, Legal Affairs Section.
2.5. Chief, Patrol Division, or his/her designee.
2.6. Chief, Internal Investigation Division.
2.7. Commanding Officer, Homicide Section.
2.8. Commanding Officer, involved member’s Command.
2.9. Director, Education and Training Section.
2.10. Director, Planning and Research Section.
2.11. Any other person(s) appointed by the Police Commissioner.

RECISION
Remove from files and destroy/recycle General Order G-10, “Police Involved Firearms Discharges:
Supervisory Response and Reporting,” dated 31 May 1999, and all amendments.
COMMUNICATION OF POLICY
Supervisors shall be responsible for communication of this directive to their subordinates and to ensure
compliance. This directive is effective on the date of publication, is to be read at all roll calls for five (5)
consecutive days, and is to be posted on Departmental Bulletin Boards.
APPENDIX E
Standard Operating Procedure for Homicide Section
E
For: Homicide Section
Response to a Police-Involved Shooting Incident
1 March 2012
INTRODUCTION
This document is intended for all members assigned to the Homicide Section, Criminal Investigation
Division. It will be utilized whenever the Homicide Section is notified of a police-involved shooting
incident.
which investigators from the Homicide Section can perform their duties during the course of an
investigation of a police-involved shooting incident. However, at no time does the guidance provided by
this document supersede or replace the policies and procedures of the Baltimore Police Department as
defined in any applicable General Order or Police Commissioner’s Memorandum.
SCOPE
Consistent with General Order G-10, “Police-Involved Shooting Incidents,” this SOP applies to the
following types of incidents:
DEFINITION
Police Officer Involved Shooting (POIS) Team - An investigative team tasked with responding to the
scene of police-involved shooting incidents. It is comprised of members from the Internal Investigation
Division, the Homicide Section, the Crime Lab Section, the Public Affairs Section, and the Firearms
Training Unit. Its purpose is to oversee the initial stages of the investigation of a police-involved
shooting incident.
For the purposes of this SOP, the Homicide Section’s component of a POIS Team will include:
1. Detective Lieutenant.
2. The current “Up Squad,” consisting of one Detective Sergeant and two Detectives.
3. Any other personnel as may be designated by the Commanding Officer, Homicide

Section.
PROCEDURES
Shift Commander/Sergeant-in-Charge (SIC), Homicide Section
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1. This SOP applies to any member who may be serving as the Shift Commander, Homicide
Section, at the time notification is received that a police-involved shooting incident has occurred.
NOTE: In the event that a Sergeant-in-Charge (SIC) is serving as the Shift Commander,
Homicide Section, when notification is received of a police-involved shooting
incident, he/she will continue to execute the duties of Shift Commander until
properly relieved by a permanent rank Detective Lieutenant, or by the
Commanding Officer, Homicide Section.
2. When notified that a police-involved shooting incident has occurred:
2.1. Respond directly to the scene and assume control of the criminal investigation,
unless/until properly relieved by a higher-ranking member of the Homicide Section.
2.1.1. If any person has been struck by gunfire, or is believed to have been struck by
gunfire, and an SIC is serving as Shift Commander, Homicide Section, request
that the Duty Lieutenant respond and assume responsibility for the criminal
investigation.
2.1.2. If no person has been struck by gunfire, or there is no reason to believe that any
person has been struck by gunfire, assume control of the investigation and make
proper notifications to the Duty Lieutenant (if necessary), as well as the
Commanding Officer, Homicide Section.
3. Establish and maintain a command post to facilitate proper control and coordination of
investigative activity.
4. Ensure that adequate manpower and resources are available in order to conduct a thorough
and expeditious investigation.
5. Establish and maintain communication with members of Police Command Staff; coordinate field
assignments as appropriate.
6. Assist the Director, Public Affairs Section, or his/her designee, in gathering appropriate
information for release to the general public/news media.
7. Contact the Chief Prosecutor, Homicide Division of the Office of the State’s Attorney for
Baltimore City, for a legal review of the incident.
7.1. After sufficient consultation with the Chief Prosecutor, determine an appropriate course
of action governing additional investigative efforts.
8. Review all investigative documents.
9. In cases where a person has been struck by gunfire, it shall be the responsibility of the
Homicide Section to file any and all charges related to the incident.
10. In cases where no person has been struck by gunfire:
10.1. The Homicide Section is charged only with conducting an investigation of the shooting
incident itself.
10.2. The involved officer’s parent command (or agency) will be responsible for filing/pursuing
any criminal charges that are beyond the scope of the shooting investigation.

11. The Detective Lieutenant assigned to the POIS Team will ensure that the 24-Hour and Final
Office reports are completed as outlined in General Order G-10, “Police Involved Shooting
Incidents.”
11.1. The Shift Commander, Homicide Section, and the Supervisor, Internal Investigation
Division, will coordinate the use-of-force entry into Blue Team.
12. Prepare a detailed briefing report for presentation to the Police Commissioner.
12.1. This presentation will be created utilizing Microsoft PowerPoint.
12.2. The presentation will be made to the Police Commissioner within thirty (30) days of the
police-involved shooting incident.
12.3. Information to be included in the presentation will be:
12.3.1. Coordinated between members of the POIS Team and any investigating
detective(s) from the Homicide Section.
12.3.2. Approved by BOTH the Commanding Officer, Homicide Section, and the Chief,
Criminal Investigation Division, prior to presentation to the Police Commissioner.
13. Ensure that the Final Office Report is completed within forty-five (45) days of the police-involved
shooting incident and is submitted to the Police Commissioner via Official Channels.
14. If a “Declination Letter” is received from the Office of the State’s Attorney for Baltimore City:
14.1. Notify the Commanding Officer, Homicide Section.
14.2. Ensure that the Declination Letter is placed into and retained in the appropriate case file.
Reporting Guidelines
Reporting guidelines are as follows:
1. Preliminary Office Report – a detailed report of all pertinent known facts of the incident. Due
within twenty-four (24) hours of the initial incident. This report is to be disseminated via Official
Channels to:
1.1. Office of the Police Commissioner.
1.2. Deputy Commissioner, Operations Bureau.
1.3. Deputy Commissioner, Administrative Bureau.
1.6. Chief, Patrol Division.
1.8. District Commander, Police District of occurrence.

1.9. Commanding Officer of the involved officer(s).
1.10. Director, Education and Training Section.
1.11. Director, Public Affairs Section.
1.12. Chief Prosecutor, Homicide Division of the Office of the State’s Attorney for Baltimore
City.
2. Final Office Report – a follow-up to the Preliminary Office Report. May contain additional
witness information, evidence, test results, etc. It is due forty-five (45) days after the incident.
This report is to be disseminated, on a “need-to-know” basis, via Official Channels to:
2.1. Office of the Police Commissioner.
2.4. Any other person(s) as may be designated by the Police Commissioner.
2.5. Chief Prosecutor, Homicide Division of the Office of the State’s Attorney for Baltimore
City.
3. All reports will be addressed to the Chief, Criminal Investigation Division.
Inspection of Weapons
1. Any officer involved in a police-involved shooting incident shall:
1.1. Retain possession of his/her holstered firearm; and
1.2. Be transported to the Homicide Section by a Permanent Rank Supervisor.
NOTE: If exigent circumstances exist (e.g., the officer’s mental state, or his/her
ability to carry a firearm, is in question), an officer’s weapon may be
collected at the scene of the police-involved shooting incident if it is in the
best interest of public safety.
2. Upon arrival at the Homicide Section, the Permanent Rank Supervisor will oversee/conduct an
inspection of the involved officer’s weapon as follows:
2.1. A Technician, Mobile Crime Laboratory (CLT), shall photograph the officer and his/her
weapon prior to the inspection.
2.2. Using an authorized weapons clearing box, the Permanent Rank Supervisor shall render
the weapon safe and unloaded.
NOTE: The CLT will witness this procedure.
3. The officer’s ammunition will be accounted for as follows:
3.1. If a revolver:

3.1.1. Counting the total number of live cartridges remaining in the cylinder; and
3.1.2. Any reloading devices (speedloader, speedstrip, etc.).
3.2. If a semiautomatic pistol:
3.2.1. Counting the total number of live cartridges remaining in both the chamber and
the magazine that was ejected from the weapon’s magazine well; and
3.2.2. In any additional magazines recovered from the officer’s primary and secondary
pouch (or off-duty/plainclothes pouch).
4. During this inspection the CLT shall follow the procedures contained in the Crime Laboratory
Section’s technical manual related to recovering and processing an officer’s weapon.
5. The Permanent Rank Supervisor shall report the findings of this inspection to the POIS Team
members, as well as document them in any supplemental reporting.
Interviewing Law Enforcement Officers
1. Members of the POIS Team shall solicit a voluntary statement from the involved officer and any
witnessing officers as soon as is practical (based upon the totality of the circumstances
surrounding the incident).
2. All statements, regardless of the officer’s level of involvement in the incident, shall be taken at
the Homicide Section and audio and/or video recorded.
3. All officers involved in a police-involved shooting incident shall be granted all applicable rights
under the law (i.e., Miranda).
4. The involved officer may consult with counsel prior to providing a statement. However, members
of the Homicide Section shall not solicit counsel for the officer.
5. The officer may have counsel present during the interview process.
6. Detectives from the Internal Investigation Division may observe the interview via the observation
room, but they shall not be in the interview room during the interview process.
7. The Internal Investigation Division will have access to the voluntary statements given to the
Homicide Section.
Storage and Record Keeping
1. Secured storage and accountability shall be the responsibility of the Administrative Unit,
Homicide Section.
2. The files shall be stored in a secure, locked location.
3. The only persons with access to these records shall be:
3.1. The Commanding Officer, Homicide Section; or
3.2. His/her designee.

Confidential Communications
1. Information gathered during the investigation shall remain confidential.
2. Only the following personnel may have access:
2.1. The Police Commissioner.
2.2. Deputy Commissioner, Operations Bureau.
2.3. Deputy Commissioner, Administrative Bureau.
2.4. Chief, Criminal Investigation Division
2.7. Members of the POIS Team.

APPENDIX F
Standard Operating Procedure for Internal Investigation Division
F
For: Internal Investigation Division
1 March 2012
INTRODUCTION
This document is intended for all members assigned to the Internal Investigation Division (IID). It will be
utilized whenever IID is notified of a police-involved shooting incident involving a sworn member of the
Baltimore Police Department.
which investigators from IID can perform their duties during the course of an investigation of a police-
involved shooting incident. However, at no time does the guidance provided by this document
supersede or replace the policies and procedures of the Baltimore Police Department as defined in any
applicable General Order or Police Commissioner’s Memorandum.
SCOPE
DEFINITION
shooting incident.
PROCEDURES
Sergeant or Lieutenant Assigned to On-Call POIS Team
1. When informed that a police-involved shooting incident has occurred, immediately notify the
Chief, IID, or his/her designee.
2. Respond to the scene of the police-involved shooting incident and coordinate your investigative
efforts with other members of the POIS Team.
3. Conduct a complete and thorough investigation of the police-involved shooting incident.
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3.1. The focus of your investigation will be an evaluation of the facts and circumstances
surrounding the incident for compliance with established departmental policy and
procedure.
3.2. In concert with the members of the POIS Team from the Homicide Section, collect
copies of:
3.2.1. All available departmental reporting.
3.2.2. Witness statements.
3.2.3. Photographs taken of the scene, involved officer(s), suspect(s), etc.
3.2.4. Any video footage from any source.
3.2.5. Any other materials deemed relevant to your investigation.
4. Generate a case number within IAPRO for your investigation.
4.1. Ensure that all related documents, photographs, and other investigative materials are
linked to this case number.
5. Coordinate the use-of-force entry into Blue Team with the Shift Commander, Homicide Section.
6. Compose a statement of the preliminary facts and circumstances generated by your

investigation to be submitted in the “IID Duty Packet for the Police Commissioner.”
7. Ensure that interviews are conducted with, and statements are taken from:
7.1. All officers involved in the incident.
7.2. All officers that witnessed the incident.
NOTE: Interviews of this type will be conducted in compliance with the section of
this SOP entitled “Interviewing Law Enforcement Officers.”
8. If an involved member exercises his/her right under the Law Enforcement Officer’s Bill of Rights
(LEOBR) to delay his/her statement for ten (10) days:
8.1. Document this decision in the appropriate report.
8.2. Do not compel the member to provide a statement.
8.3. Refer the matter to the Chief, IID, in accordance with the procedures for obtaining a
compelled statement.
9. If your investigation determines that member(s) other than the officer involved in the police-
involved shooting incident violated departmental policy or procedures:
9.1. Take whatever action is appropriate at the time this determination is made.
9.2. Make immediate and appropriate documentation of the violation(s).
10. Provide supervisory guidance to subordinate detectives during the investigation of a police-
involved shooting incident.

11. Review all reporting and investigative materials submitted by detectives under your immediate
supervision.
12. Review any statement of an investigation’s preliminary facts and circumstances that has been
submitted by a detective prior to its inclusion in the “IID Duty Packet for the Police
Commissioner.”
Interviewing Law Enforcement Officers
1. Members of the POIS Team shall solicit a voluntary statement from the involved officer and any
witnessing officers as soon as is practical (based upon the totality of the circumstances
surrounding the incident).
2. All statements, regardless of the officer’s level of involvement in the incident, shall be taken at
the Homicide Section and audio and/or video recorded.
3. All officers involved in a police-involved shooting incident shall be granted all applicable rights
under the law (i.e., Miranda).
4. The involved officer may consult with counsel prior to providing a statement. However, no
investigating detective may solicit counsel for the officer.
5. The officer may have counsel present during the interview process.
6. Detectives from the Internal Investigation Division may observe the interview via the observation
room, but they shall not be in the interview room during the interview process.
7. The Internal Investigation Division will have access to the voluntary statements given to the
Homicide Section.
Chief, Internal Investigation Division
1. Coordinate any decision to compel an officer that has been involved in a police-involved
shooting incident to provide a statement to IID with:
1.1. The Chief, Criminal Investigation Division.
1.2. The Chief Prosecutor, Homicide Division of the Office of the State’s Attorney for
Baltimore City.
2. Whenever necessary, and as a general rule, statements from involved officer(s) will be
“compelled” within thirty (30) days of the police-involved shooting incident.
3. Once the IID receives official notification from the Office of the State’s Attorney for Baltimore
City that an officer involved in a police-involved shooting incident will not face criminal
prosecution:
3.1. Direct the appropriate IID personnel to review the completed investigation in order to
determine if the involved officer’s actions were in compliance with established
departmental policy and procedure.
3.2. Ensure this review is documented in the investigative summary.

APPENDIX G
Standard Operating Procedures for the Education & Training Section
G
For: Firearms Training Unit
1 March 2012
INTRODUCTION
This document is intended for Permanent Rank Supervisors assigned to the Firearms Training Unit,
Education and Training Section, who respond to Police Involved Shooting Incidents as a member of the
Police Officer Involved Shooting (POIS) Team.
which a sergeant from the Firearms Training Unit can perform his/her duties during the course of an
investigation of a police-involved shooting incident. However, at no time does the guidance provided by
this document supersede or replace the policies and procedures of the Baltimore Police Department as
defined in any applicable General Order or Police Commissioner’s Memorandum.
SCOPE
DEFINITION
shooting incident.
PURPOSE OF THE ON-CALL SERGEANT
The On-Call Sergeant will respond to the scene of any incident outlined above and shall:
1. Observe the physical characteristics of the scene.
2. Gather the facts related to the incident and the Use-of-Force that occurred.
3. Evaluate those facts in light of training and equipment.
4. Prepare an Administrative Report (Form 95) for the Police Officer Involved Shooting
(POIS) Team limited to issues concerning training and equipment.
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5. Review his/her findings with the Range Commander, Firearms Training Unit, and the
Director, Education and Training Section.
REPORTING FORMAT
The On-Call Sergeant’s initial on-scene observations will be reported on the Firearms Training Unit’s
“On-Scene Police-Involved Shooting Form.”
PROCEDURES
1. While in an “On-Call” status, remain prepared to respond on short notice.
2. When informed that a police-involved shooting incident has occurred, immediately notify the
Range Commander, or his/her designee.
3. Upon arrival at the scene, report to the incident commander, the primary investigator, and other
members of the POIS Team.
4. Provide POIS team members and the primary investigator with any subject matter expertise that
may be required.
5. Complete any required documentation.
6. During the sergeant’s next regular tour of duty, create a case folder which contains:
6.1 Handgun and shotgun In-Service qualification scores for any member(s) involved in the
incident.
6.2 Issued handgun information for any member(s) involved in the incident:
6.2.1. Serial number.
6.2.2. Date of issue.
6.2.3. A written notation that you have confirmed via the Armory Unit’s inventory
database that any involved member(s) was in possession of either his/her issued
duty handgun or approved off-duty handgun.
6.3. Recorded off-duty handgun serial number, if applicable, for any member(s) involved in
the incident.
6.4. The completed “On-Scene Police-Involved Shooting Form.”
7. Fax copies of items 5.1 through 5.4 to the Homicide Section and the Internal Investigation
Division.
8. Brief the Range Commander of the facts and circumstances related to the police involved
shooting incident as they apply to training and equipment issues.
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BALTIMORE POLICE DEPARTMENT
TRAINING BULLETIN
1 March 2012
THE FIREARMS TRAINING UNIT’S

“AFTER-ACTION TRAINING PROGRAM”
INTRODUCTION
This document is intended for all members assigned to the Firearms Training Unit who will conduct the
After-Action Training Program for any member who has been involved in a police-related shooting
incident.
SCOPE
Consistent with General Order G-10, “Police-Involved Shooting Incidents,” this Training Bulletin
describes the post-incident training that will be given to every member who has been involved in one of
the following types of police-related shooting incidents:
GENERAL INFORMATION
The After-Action Training Program is a two-part instructional and evaluation session that is intended to
determine an officer’s readiness to return to his/her full-duty assignment as a sworn member of the
BPD.
Every member that has been involved in a police-related shooting incident must attend the After-Action
Training Program. Participation in the After-Action Training Program is not limited to the officer who
actually fired his/her weapon in a police-related shooting incident. It may also include other officers who
were present during the shooting incident.
COMPONENTS OF THE AFTER-ACTION TRAINING PROGRAM
The After-Action Training Program is a four-hour block of instruction divided into two separate
components:
Ti Training
The Ti Training simulator is an electronic, interactive device that provides visual and audible feedback
based on the participating member’s decisions as he/she interacts with the program. A variety of
computerized scenarios are available, each with its own expected use-of-force outcome. The
department’s use-of-force continuum will apply, requiring responses from the member that may include:
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1. Verbal commands given in an effort to gain a suspect’s compliance.
2. The use of a less-lethal option, such as an Electronic Control Device or pepper spray.
3. An application of deadly force.
The purpose of this component is to evaluate the member’s decision-making skills as they apply to
interacting with civilians in situations where a use of force may - or may not - be required.
Live-Fire
Each member will shoot two courses of live fire. A total of ninety-two (92) rounds will be fired.
1. Slow Fire Fundamentals Course - A total of fifty (50) rounds will be fired from the 15- and
25-yard lines. The intent is for the officer to demonstrate an ability to safely handle and
fire his/her handgun.
2. Combat Shooting Course - A total of forty-two (42) rounds will be fired from the 3- and 7-
yard lines. The intent is to present the officer with simulated close-quarters shooting
engagements and for the instructor to verify that the officer can safely handle and fire
his/her handgun.
TRAINING PROCEDURES
Permanent Rank Supervisor, Firearms Training Unit
1. Ensure that any member reporting to the Gunpowder Range Facility for the After-Action Training
Program has:
1.1. Successfully completed a Fitness-for-Duty Evaluation at the Public Safety Infirmary

(PSI); and
1.2. Been officially cleared to return to full-duty status.
2. Conduct a verbal debriefing with the participating officer at the completion of each Ti Training
scenario.
3. Upon completion of both components of the After-Action Training Program, coordinate with the
Range Commander, Firearms Training Unit, to discuss and document the participating
member’s performance.
Range Commander, Firearms Training Unit
1. Forward an Administrative Report to the Director, Education and Training Section, via Official
Channels, documenting:
1.1. Your evaluation of the participating member’s performance.
1.2. Whether or not the member’s performance falls within acceptable standards.
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APPENDIX H
Standard Operating Procedure for Public Affairs Section
H
For: Public Affairs Section
1 March 2012
INTRODUCTION
This document is intended for all members assigned to the Public Affairs Section. It will be utilized
whenever the Public Affairs Section is notified of a police-involved shooting incident involving a sworn
member of the Baltimore Police Department.
The contents of this Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) are intended to provide a framework upon
which members of the Public Affairs Section can base the execution of their duties on behalf of the
Police Commissioner. However, at no time does the guidance provided by this document supersede or
replace the policies and procedures of the Baltimore Police Department as defined in any applicable
General Order or Police Commissioner’s Memorandum.
SCOPE
DEFINITION
shooting incident.
AUTHORIZED RELEASE OF INFORMATION
Communication with the General Public and News Media
The Director, Public Affairs Section, or his/her designee, serves as the chief spokesperson for:
1. The Baltimore Police Department.
2. The Police Commissioner, or his/her designee.
3. Members of the Senior Command Staff (Colonel through Deputy Commissioner).
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Information Pertaining to a Police-Involved Shooting Incident
The Director, Public Affairs Section, is the only employee of the Baltimore Police Department, other
than the Police Commissioner (or his/her designee) authorized to speak with, or release information to,
any media outlet concerning a police-involved shooting incident.
The identity of the officer(s) involved in a police-involved shooting incident will only be released to the
general public and the news media after forty-eight (48) hours have elapsed from the time at which the
police-involved shooting incident occurred. Members of the Public Affairs Section will ensure that the
officer(s) involved in the incident are given appropriate notice PRIOR TO this release of identifying
information to the general public and news media.
Case Files Pertaining to a Police-Involved Shooting Incident
Whenever the Commanding Officer, Homicide Section, determines that an investigation of a police-
involved shooting incident has been completed, the Homicide Section’s case file pertaining to that
incident shall be made available to the general public/news media in accordance with the Maryland
Public Information Act (MPIA).
PROCEDURES
POLICE-INVOLVED SHOOTING INCIDENT - NO INJURIES TO POLICE PERSONNEL
Detective
1. Respond to the scene of the police-involved shooting incident.
2. If necessary, ensure your arrival/presence is noted in the crime scene log.
3. Collect any pertinent information from the crime scene.
4. Ensure this information is verified as factual through the appropriate member of Police
Command Staff (District Commander, Commanding Officer, etc.).
5. Forward this verified information directly to the Director, Public Affairs Section, or his/her
designee.
NOTE: DO NOT release to any person any information that has not been properly
verified and previously forwarded to the Police Commissioner.
6. Identify an appropriate media staging area.
6.1. Ensure that this staging area is not in such close proximity to the scene that it will
interfere with on-going investigative efforts.
2. Ensure that any information that has been gathered about the incident is verified as factual
through the Chief, Criminal Investigation Division, or his/her designee.

3. When members of the media have assembled in the designated media staging area, give a brief
statement summarizing:
3.1. Basic facts related to the incident.
3.2. The number of officer(s) involved, as well as their age, gender, rank, and unit of
assignment.
3.3. The number of victim(s) involved, as well as their age and gender.
NOTE: In the event that any civilian victim involved in the shooting has been
mortally wounded or has succumbed to his/her injuries, no identification
of that victim will be given until his/her next of kin have been notified.
POLICE-INVOLVED SHOOTING INCIDENT - POLICE PERSONNEL INJURED OR KILLED
Detective
2. If necessary, ensure your arrival/presence is noted in the crime scene log.
3. Collect any pertinent information from the crime scene.
4. Ensure this information is verified as factual through the appropriate member of Police
Command Staff (District Commander, Commanding Officer, etc.).
5. Forward this verified information directly to the Director, Public Affairs Section, or his/her
designee.
6. Remain in communication with the Director, Public Affairs Section.
NOTE: Information relevant to this category of police-involved shooting incident will

ONLY be released by the Police Commissioner or his/her designee.
1. Respond to the designated hospital and assist the Police Commissioner as necessary.
2. Identify a suitable media staging area in close proximity to the hospital.
3. Assist the Police Commissioner or his/her designee in gathering and releasing to the media
preliminary information concerning the police-involved shooting incident.

APPENDIX I
2012 In-Service Training Curriculum
I
2012 In-Service Training Curriculum
Underlined course titles correspond directly with a finding from the Independent Review
Board.
Day 1
0730 – 0800 Roll Call
0800 – 0930 Select Lounge Shooting: Lessons Learned
Finding of the Independent Review Board
0930 – 1030 Operational Priorities
1030 - 1130 Juvenile Delinquency
1230 – 1300 Identity Fraud
1300 – 1330 Intelligence Basics
1330 – 1600 Law Update
Day 2
0730 – 0800 Roll Call
0800 – 0900 Rape / Sexual Assault Investigations
0900 – 1000 PCA
1000 – 1100 Domestic Violence Investigations
1100 – 1200 Bloodborne Pathogens
1300 – 1400 Conditioning Wellness
1400 – 1600 Defense Tactics
Day 3
0730 – 0800 Roll Call
0800 – 1600 Crowd Control Training

Day 4
0730 – 0800 Roll Call
0800 – 0930 Red Handle Firearms Exercises
0930 – 1030 Shooting Simulator
1030 – 1200 Police on Police Friendly Fire
Excited Delirium
1300 – 1430 Officer Tactics: Use of Force
Simulation Exercises
1430 – 1600 Live Fire Cognitive Decision Making
Day 5
0730 – 0800 Roll Call
0800 – 0930 Use of Force
0930 – 1230 Firearms Qualifications
1330 – 1430 Firearms Qualifications
1430 – 1600 Officer Survival Tactics

APPENDIX J
In-Service Training Curriculum: Select Lounge Shooting Lessons Learned
J
Select Lounge Shooting
January 9, 2011

Lessons Learned
Officer William Torbit
Background Information
• January 9, 2011: Saturday Night / Early Sunday

Morning
• Incident begins at approximately 0115 hours
• Location: “Select Lounge” 415 N. Paca Street
• Temperature: 21 Degrees
Timeline of Events
00:00 hrs to 01:00 hrs

Post Officers identify that Club Select has a large
Crowd. Arrest is made for Disorderly Conduct
after a patron has an altercation with Security.
01:13 hrs to 01:16 hrs

Post Officers request for additional units. As units
arrive on the scene.
01:17 hrs
Units inside the Lounge decide to shut the club
down and request more units to assist.
01:21 hrs
• Officer Torbit is on the scene.
• Large crowds forming in parking lot.
• Large line waiting for valet service.
• Small-scale fights and disputes occurring in

parking lot.
01:30:00 hrs
• Officer Torbit diffuses a fight in the parking lot.
• Words are exchanged between Officer Torbit

and Sean Gamble.
• Officer Torbit walks away.
01:30:44 hrs
Officer Torbit is punched from behind, falls to the
ground and is surrounded by crowd.
01:30:44 to 01:30:55 hrs
• Officer Torbit is on the ground, being attacked by
the crowd.
• Officer Torbit fires 8 shots, striking Sean Gamble.
01:30:55 to 01:31:01 hrs

Four uniformed officers fire a total of 34 shots.
All shots are fired within a total of 6 seconds.
• Both Officer Torbit and Sean Gamble die on the

scene.
• Four additional people, including another officer,

are wounded.
What Could We Have Done
Differently?
• Established February 22, 2011
• Appointed to conduct a comprehensive review of

the incident; and
• Make recommendations on policy and training.

• James Stewart: Served as a White House Fellow and Law Enforcement
Advisor to the US Attorney General. President Appointed Director of
National Institute of Justice.
• Darrel Stephens: Executive Director of the Major Cities Chiefs

Association. Chief of Police: Largo Florida, New Port News, St.
Petersburg and Charlotte. Instructor at Johns Hopkins.
• Hubert Williams: President of the Police Foundation. Founding

President of the National Organization of Black Law Enforcement
Executives.
• Stephen Sachs: Maryland Attorney General 1979 -1987.
• Cynthia Lum: Deputy Director of Criminology at George Mason

University. Former Baltimore Police Officer.
Findings
• Incident Management
• Crowd Control: Bars / Nightclubs
• Plainclothes Policing
• Firearms Training: Use of Force

Thank you for all your dedication and commitment
Please Remember to Stay Safe

APPENDIX K
Command & Control Training: Casey Haskins
K
Casey P. Haskins
13A Wilson Road, West Point, NY 10996
casey.haskins@gmail.com
(706) 587-2993
Expertise:
• Strategy and planning—developed new planning methods that work better with the laws of complex systems, and with
the way people really think and decide
• Decision-making processes—redesigned the way various organizations make decisions, consistently achieving better
results and fewer errors
• Developing leaders—taught; wove together training, work assignments and feedback; and adjusted the environment to
produce highly capable and ethical leaders
• Changing organizational cultures—developed practical techniques to increase innovation, agility, and accountability, and
to build higher-performing teams
• Assessing performance—created innovative ways to measure the things that matter a lot, and then used those
measurements to drive decisions
• Managing risk—focused on deeper causes of risks, reducing dangerous accidents more than tenfold; reduced the risk of
organizational collapse even while accelerating change
• Sharing information—improved coordination and trust within large organizations, while reducing meetings, email volume,
and last-minute crises
Experience: 29 years as a US Army officer, retiring in 2011 as a colonel. Recent assignments include:
• Director of Military Instruction at the US Military Academy (2008-2011), West Point, New York. In charge of all
military training for the US Military Academy’s 4500 cadets and for teaching them tactical decision making. Revolutionized
both field and classroom instruction, gaining widespread notice throughout the Army in the process, and attracting attention
in academia and the popular press.
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• Commander of the 198 Infantry Brigade (2006-2008), Fort Benning, Georgia. Oversaw basic training and
advanced training for all the enlisted infantrymen in the Army, leading a brigade with 800 leaders and 6500 soldiers. Created
entirely new methods for training and assessment, now being emulated in the US and abroad.
• Director of Combined Arms and Tactics at the Infantry School (2005-2006), Fort Benning, Georgia. Invented
“Outcomes-Based Training and Education”, a completely different and more successful way to organize and run training and
education; dramatically improved how the Army teaches tactical planning to captains.
• Chief Strategic Planner (2004-2005), Baghdad, Iraq. Over 18 months, led the shift from kinetic operations to a focus
on stability and protecting the population. Planned support for elections and government reorganizations, and planned the
elimination of insurgent strongholds, including Fallujah. Designed and then implemented the “transition teams”: embedded
teams of advisors that lived and worked with Iraqi (and now Afghan) units—a key component of US strategy.
• Strategist and Peacemaker (2002-2003), Sarajevo, Bosnia. Operating from the US embassy, led the international
community’s planning to reshape Bosnia’s military, police, and intelligence forces. Drafted the Bosnian Law on Defense to
fundamentally reorganize the factions’ armies, then shepherded that law through adoption in three parliaments.
• Speaker, Writer, and Teacher. Widely sought-after speaker and author, on a wide variety of topics (including all those
listed in the “expertise” section), to public, governmental, and professional audiences, including NASA, the Chautauqua
Institution, the Society of Industrial and Organizational Psychologists, the London School of Economics business faculty, the
Columbus State University School of Education, and military audiences. Taught at under-graduate and graduate levels, and
to professional organizations and executives; recipient of several teaching awards.
Education:
• Bachelor of Science, US Military Academy, West Point, 1982
• Masters of Military Arts and Sciences, US Army CGSC, 1996
• Visiting Defense Fellow, Queen’s University, Ontario 2003-2004
Earlier Experience:
Battalion Commander (2000-2002) Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri

Commanded a Basic Training battalion consisting of five companies, each 240-strong. Transformed civilians into soldiers. Completely
changed the organizational culture, focusing on developing and empowering junior leaders and ensuring everyone understood why
they had to do things. Short-term payoff included better training and a dramatic increase in morale and retention. Long-term payoff
evident in testimonials from Iraq and Afghanistan citing better performance in combat.
Operations Officer for an Internal Consulting Team (1998-2000) Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
Coordinated and organized activities for a team consisting of 19 officers and 22 contractors. Responsible for supporting training of
commanding generals and their headquarters around the world. Consultant projects included assisting the Supreme Allied
Commander during the Kosovo air war, and helping to develop a series of experiments as part of the Army’s transformation and
modernization. Guest speaker at a number of “change management” and transformation conferences.
Operations Officer (1996-1998) Fort Campbell, Kentucky

Operations officer, first for an infantry battalion (650 soldiers), and then for a brigade (~4000 soldiers). Responsible for operations,
plans, and training. Key accomplishments included creating a very robust leader development program in the battalion; success at
one of the most complex training exercises ever at the National Training Center; and organizing and successfully executing a large-
scale, 7-month-long field experiment in which the brigade, working with over 90 corporations, employed, integrated, and provided
feedback on over twenty-five new weapons and digital systems.
Student, Command and General Staff College (1995-1996) Fort Leavenworth, Kansas
Operations officer and chief planner for the only group of students in over 30 years to “win” the battle in a large simulation during
the course’s final, two-week long exercise. While attending the course, earned a master’s degree, with a thesis examining the
strategic implications of transnational terrorist and criminal groups.
Special Operations Plans Officer, Europe (1993-1995) Frankfurt, then Heidelberg, Germany
Responsible for integrating Special Operations Forces into V Corps’s activities. Served as a liaison between conventional and Special
Operations and as a “translator” between the two, including serving as the corps’s lead planner for unconventional and
counterinsurgency operations. Separately, conducted missions in Bosnia and Rwanda during conflicts.
Ranger Company Commander (1992-1993) Fort Benning, Georgia

Commanded a 220-person Ranger company. Responsible for every aspect of their training, care, and discipline. Planned and
executed training and participated in no-notice exercises testing combat readiness. Conducted training throughout the US, as well
as Central and South America, Europe, and Asia.
Assistant Operations Officer (1990-1992) Fort Benning, Georgia

Coordinated all deployments, training plans, and resources for 3rd Ranger Battalion. Served in the field as the operations officer in
the alternate command post. Rewrote various standard operating procedures; coordinated with many agencies and units and then
rewrote Fort Benning’s range regulation to enable the battalion to conduct multiple live-fire exercises simultaneously.
Infantry Company Commander (1988-1989) Fort Polk, Louisiana

Commanded a 110-soldier mechanized infantry company. Responsible for every aspect of training, care, and discipline. Planned
and executed an aggressive training program that resulted in our company being selected from the 16 in the brigade to be the
“infiltration company”, receiving the most difficult missions, with the least information, and the least time to prepare. Achieved
superior results despite missing 10 of 12 squad leaders, by training and empowering very junior soldiers to fill the positions.
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Brigade Training Officer and Brigade Plans Officer (1986-1988) Fort Polk, Louisiana
Responsible for coordinating all the training plans and resources for 24 diverse units. Coached over 25 inexperienced officers
through the process of developing sensible training plans, and served as the leader of the brigade commander’s assessment team.
Then served as the chief tactical planner for a different brigade that spent over 50% of its time conducting tactical training, at home
station and at the National Training Center in California. Known for being able to brief solid plans after only a brief conversation
with the brigade commander, with no time to write anything down.
Battalion Logistics Officer (1984-1985) West Berlin, Germany

Planned and oversaw all logistical support for a 700-man infantry battalion, in garrison, during deployments, and during tactical
training in the field. Provided staff supervision to over 300 soldiers. Responsible for all supplies, transportation, maintenance, food,
water, and medical support.
Reconnaissance Platoon Leader (1983-1984) West Berlin, Germany

Led the battalion’s 28-soldier reconnaissance platoon with the mission of operating in small teams behind enemy lines. Developed
and led all training, in Berlin and at training centers in West Germany. Created partnerships with the Berlin Police and with British
and French infantry battalions. Served as an exchange officer for nearly six months in a British battalion.
Rifle Platoon Leader (1983) West Berlin, Germany

Led a 35-soldier platoon with the primary mission of defending in Berlin against a Soviet attack. Responsible for training, care, and
discipline of the platoon. Known for innovative tactics, including two training exercises in which the platoon succeeded at
supposedly impossible missions.
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Baltimore Police Department (BPD) Command and Control Training
Prepared by Casey Haskins, November 13, 2011
Concept:
General. A five-day course on “command and control” of police forces. The

course will focus on effective control of unexpected operations that are filled with
ambiguity and stress, and that have the potential to spin rapidly out of control. The
“students” (participants) will be the BPD’s senior commanders and deputy
commanders (majors and deputy majors). I will be the lead instructor, assisted by two
others. Each iteration of the course should have 10-15 participants. The small
student-teacher ratio is necessary to ensure enough individual attention for each
participant.
Methodology. A combination of seminar, classroom exercises, and field

exercises. The schedule will be structured, but relatively loosely. The intent is to
remain flexible, taking advantage of opportunities and not advancing until we are
comfortable that the participants are ready. We will not measure success by what we
teach, but only by what they learn.
The approach will be to require participants to solve problems of increasing

difficulty, and then to help them reflect on their solutions and adjust their behavior for
the next time. While the training will make reference to the federal, interagency
“Incident Command System” (ICS), we will not attempt to teach them either ICS, or
any other standard operating procedure—or, indeed, any other type of approved
solution. We will, in fact, not focus on checklists or procedures at all. Instead, we will
help participants learn to understand command and control problems and to solve
them, combining intuitive and deliberate thinking. Along the way, we will thoroughly
ground them in a few basic techniques useful in a wide variety of situations. In other
words, we want to help the participants recalibrate their instincts and intuition, we
want to make them comfortable thinking through each problem and avoiding common
pitfalls (including those their intuition can lead them into), and we want to equip them
with some basic tools that will help them think through and solve this type of problem.
Other aims. We will accomplish two more things. First, we plan to equip the
participants not only with the ability to command and control police forces, but more
broadly, to train their subordinates to do so as well. This means we will devote a
portion of the course to discussions about learning and about training and teaching,
and we will provide the participants with some techniques to help them become better
trainers. Second, at the specific request of the Police Commissioner, we will also try to
identify likely “next steps”, should the BPD choose to continue in this direction.
Outcomes: At the conclusion of training, each participant will be able to:
• Explain the practical requirements and tradeoffs associated with controlling

forces during stressful, ambiguous situations
• Make sense of confusing situations and identify appropriate police actions
• Lead after-action reviews that promote the organization’s learning
Training events:
Understanding
Identifying danger points
Identifying critical points
“Summarize” the situation drills
Making Decisions
Commander location
Commander activities
Deliberate planning
CRM (crew resource management) and questioning assumptions
Building in flexibility
Communicating
Orders
Reporting
Tracking
Visualization
Receiving forces and tracking departing forces
Operations tracking
Dealing with multiple things at once

Command post drills
Delegating and unity of command
Using reserves
Training
How we learn—feeling our way to solutions, then thinking our way through
adjustments
How we teach
AARs
Tentative Schedule:
Course Layout
Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday
Opening discussion / Scenario Shift change Summarize drills Discuss training

expectations plans
Decision making and Observe operations Training discussion

Teamwork exercises social pressures Unit SOPs
• Receiving new
Discussion Develop training units
Summarize drills Summarize Drills plans • Sitreps
• Status reports
AAR class • Ops tracking
Orders Commander’s Planning / issue • Orders
location orders
Exercise: react to
Ops tracking unplanned crisis /
Sitreps receive Exercise
reinforcements
Degree of control
Course AAR
Student-led AARs
Communication AAR
protocols
Expanded Outcomes (with Measures of Effectiveness)
• Explain the practical requirements and tradeoffs associated with

controlling forces during stressful, ambiguous situations
o Explain what commanders can do to add value to a situation, and what

they do that causes problems
o Describe what decisions are appropriate to each level of leadership
o Identify minimum tracking requirements:
status of friendly forces
terrain/geography
friendly/neutral forces
threats and suspects
legal restrictions
higher headquarters requirements
o Select a suitable commander’s location
o Identify communications mechanisms and procedures
o Explain tradeoffs between centralized and decentralized control
o Explain information tradeoffs. How much information is enough? How
much is too much?
o Identify likely decisions and what must be done to prepare
o Explain common social effects on decisions: groupthink, reluctance to
act, etc.
o Explain the effects of confirmation bias, and identify some ways to avoid
it
• Make sense of confusing situations and identify appropriate police

actions
o Summarize the situation and identify what’s important

o Identify critical actions
o Explain what needs to be done, what’s likely to go wrong, and what could
make things worse
o Select appropriate degree of control
o Select appropriate balance of risk and flexibility
o Track status
o Gather information needed to make likely decisions
o Describe the situation

o Assign units to the most important tasks
o Understand what risks are being taken by not allocating forces in other
places
o Create flexibility that corresponds with the degree of uncertainty
o Give clear instructions to all police on the scene and all newly arriving
police—what, why, reporting requirements, who else is involved, what’s
the priority
o Delegate, but ensure everyone involved is in clear agreement on the
chain of command
o Select a location that balances seeing with reporting and controlling
o Create a functioning operations cell if appropriate
o Constantly know police forces’ locations, instructions, and status
o Provide periodic updates on the situation, higher and lower
o Make timely, sound decisions and communicate them clearly
o Refrain from making unnecessary decisions or decisions that properly
belong to a subordinate
o Intervene to disrupt unwanted escalations
o Maintain the ability to respond appropriately to unanticipated events
o Keep control of crime scenes
• Lead after-action reviews (AARs) that promote the organization’s learning
o Lead productive, limited (10-15 minutes, 2-4 points) AARs that engage
everyone, are not lectures or critiques, avoid creating defensiveness, and
focus on what happened, why, and what should happen next
o Create a climate in which productive, limited AARs are done routinely
o On select occasions, lead longer, more thorough, post-mortem-type AARs
to ensure that an event is thoroughly understood and that all necessary
actions have been identified and responsibilities assigned
o Conduct periodic assessments of team performance
o Develop training outcomes

o Assign responsibilities and (flexible) timelines
o Identify opportune events
o Lead selected AARs and observe others doing so
o Assess performance
o Include training results in evaluations
APPENDIX L
Crime Scene Photo Log Form
L
OFFENSE:______________ CC# ________________
LOCATION_____________ RUN# ________________

PHOTOGRAPHY LOG
CAMERA: Nikon MODEL: F 100___ N 90S ___ FM2____

LENS: 25-105 mm w/ macro FILM: Kodak SPEED: ISO 400
Description Flash
Technician ______________________
Date: ______________________
Time: ______________________

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Independent Review Board

Club / Bar Scene in the Central District.................................................................................................................... 1

1.1 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 2

Plainclothes Officers ......................................................................................................................................................... 5

2.1 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 5

Use of Deadly Force .......................................................................................................................................................... 6

3.1 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

Incident Management ...................................................................................................................................................... 8

4.1 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 8

Criminal and Internal Investigations......................................................................................................................... 11

Police Legitimacy, Trust, and Interactions with Citizens .................................................................................. 16

6.1 Response ....................................................................................................................................................... 16

Appendix A: Executive Summary ................................................................................................................................ A

Appendix D: General Order G-10 “Police Involved Shooting Incidents”..................................................... D

Appendix E: Standard Operating Procedure for Homicide Section .............................................................. E

Appendix F: Standard Operating Procedure for Internal Investigation Division ................................... F

Appendix G: Standard Operating Procedures for Education & Training Section.................................... G

Appendix H: Standard Operating Procedure for Public Affairs Section...................................................... H

Appendix I: 2012 In-Service Training Curriculum .............................................................................................. I

Appendix K: Command & Control Training: Casey Haskins ............................................................................ K

Appendix L: Crime Scene Photo Log Form .............................................................................................................. L

ISSUE AREA: Club / Bar Scene in the Central District

This entire policy can be found in Appendix C.

ISSUE AREA: Use of deadly force

The entire order can be found in Appendix C.

ISSUE AREA: Incident Management

The entire SOP can be found in Appendix B.

The composition and purpose of the review board is detailed in Appendix D.

The entire Public Affairs Office SOP can be found in Appendix H.

In the early morning hours of January 9, 2011, Baltimore City

However, soon after the “10-32,” the Central District Duty

This risk escalated as officers in plainclothes began responding to

The City of Baltimore Mayor’s Office and the Police Commissioner

The IRB has made 20 findings and 33 recommendations, which

Standard Operating Procedure for Response to Crowd Control Incidents

Proactive Crowd Assessment

• Is the crowd size larger than can be handled by av

• Can the crowd dynamic be characterized as dis

• Have there been any incidents

• Is there any indication that members of opposin

Incident Commander (IC)

SOP - Response to Crowd Control

1. Protection and preservation of life.

3. Incident stabilization / isolation (with the recording of actions taken).

4. Dispersal of the crowd, restoration of order.

5. Crime scene preservation and collection of evidence.

6. Restoration of unrestricted access to public services, transportation, infrastructure, etc.

Incident Action Plan

1.1. By police radio:

1.1.2. Request that a Supervisor respond to your location.

1.4. If operating in a Non-Uniformed capacity:

SOP - Response to Crowd Control Incidents Page 2 of 6

1.5. Upon the arrival of a Supervisor, relay any pertinent information.

Incident Commander (IC)

1. Assess the situation and determine what resources/personnel will be needed.

3. Consider whether any need exists to activate the following:

3.1. A separate, dedicated radio channel.

3.2. A Command Post.

3.3. A Traffic Perimeter.

3.4. A Staging Area.

NOTE: Any response to a crowd control incident of extreme size or complexity

8.4. Deactivating the dedicated radio channel.

8.5. Organizing the collection of required after-action reporting.