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GARDEN GROVE POLICE DEPARTMENT
ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT
SEPTEMBER 2024 – SEPTEMBER 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
Garden Grove Police Department Policy 706 [Military Equipment] sets forth the standards and procedures applicable to the Garden Grove Police Department’s (“Department”) acquisition and use of “military equipment” as that term is defined by California Government Code section 7070.
The policy additionally provides guidelin es for the Department’s use of military equipment, a process to receive and evaluate questions, comments, and/or complaints from the public regarding the Department’s use of military equipment, and for the preparation and publication of an annual report re garding the Department’s acquisition and use of military equipment as required by California Government Code section 7072.
The annual report contemplated by Government Code section 7072 (“Annual Report”) must include the following:
a. A summary of how military equipment was used and the purpose of its use; b. A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment; c. The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response; d. The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including acquisition, personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage, upgrade, and other ongoing costs, and f rom what source funds will be provided for the mil itary equipment in the calendar following submission of the annual report;
e. The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment; and f. If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought for each type of military equipment.
This document shall constitute the Department ’s Annual Report on the use of military equipment for the period of September 2024 through September 2025.
2. SUMMARY OF DEPARTMENT’S USE OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT FROM SEPTEMBER 2024 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2025
Summaries detailing each incident in which a piece of “military equipment” was utilized by the Department during the period of September 2024 through September 2025 are attached to this report as Attachment 1.
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3. SUMMARY OF COMPLAINTS OR CONCERNS EXPRESSED BY CITIZENS
The Department’s website has information regarding how citizens can submit questions, comments, or concerns regarding the Department’s military equipment policy, or use of military equipment by the Department. Additionally, the Department accepts and investigates any complaints received regarding the use of military equipment in the same manner that all personnel complaints are received and investigated.
During the period of September 2024 through September 2025, the Department did not receive any complaints or concerns regarding the Department’s military use policy, nor the manner in which the Department personnel utilized military equipment.
4. RESULTS OF INTERNAL AUDITS, INFORMATION REGARDING
VIOLATIONS OF MILITARY EQUIPMENT POLICY AND ACTIONS TAKEN IN
RESPONSE
Use of military equipment by Department personnel is monitored by the Department’s designated Military Equipment Coordinator. During the period of September 202 4 through September 2025, there were no i dentified violations of the Department’s military equipment policy.
5. QUANTITY AND ANTICIPATED ANNUAL COST FOR MILITARY
EQUIPMENT
The following list reflects the military equipment in the possession of , or used by the Department, and/or military equipment which the Department anticipates acquiring in the coming year, along with details regarding the anticipated costs associated with acquisition and maintenance of the equipment.
A. RESCUE VEHICLE
Commercially produced wheeled rescue personnel vehicle utilized for law enforcement purposes.
Current Inventory:
LENCO BEARCAT G2
Description: Rescue vehicle that seats 10-12 personnel with open floor plan that allows for rescue of down personnel. It can stop various projectiles, which provides greater safety to citizens and officers beyond the protection level of shield and personal body armor.
Quantity: 1
Purchase Price: $286,000.00
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Purpose: To be used in response to critical incidents to enhance officer and community safety, improve scene containment and stabilization, and assist in resolving critical incidents.
Authorized Use: The use of the rescue vehicle shall only be authorized by a watch commander or SWAT commander, based on the spe cific circumstances of a given critical incident. Rescue vehicles shall be used only by officers trained in their deployment and in a manner consistent with Department policy and training.
Expected Lifespan: 25 years.
Fiscal Impact: Since acquisition, there have been no outside maintenance costs associated with the vehicle and the only associated costs have been for fuel. The fiscal impact of this piece of equipment will be updated when the service warranty expires and the vehicle begins to accrue costs associated with maintenance.
Training: All driver/operators shall attend formalized instruction and be trained in vehicle operations and practical driving instruction.
Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the Department to utilize rescue vehicles only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
B. MOBILE COMMAND POST VEHICLE (MCP)
A vehicle utilized as a mobile office that provides shelter, access to Department computer systems, and restroom facilities during extended events.
Current Inventory:
LDV MCP VEHICLE
Description: The MCP can also be utilized for SWAT/HNT, critical incidents, preplanned large events, searching for missing persons, natural disasters, and community events. The vehicle is currently housed inside an enclosed structure on the property of the department’s Special Services building. The vehicle is the primary command and control platform for the Department’s SWAT team during training and SWAT operations.
Quantity: 1
Purchase Price: $941,642.00
Purpose: To be used based on the specific circumstances of a given critical incident, large event, natural disaster, or community event that is taking place.
Authorized Use: Only officers trained in the deployment and opera tions in a manner consistent with Department policy and training are authorized to operate the MCP.
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Situations in which the MCP is authorized for use would include, but not be limited to, critical incidents, emergencies, and natural disasters.
Expected Lifespan: The MCP, has a 20-year lifespan on chassis and vehicle structure.
Fiscal Impact: There is no outside costs associated with annual maintenance since the city maintains and services the MCP. The only cost associated with this equipment is the cost of fuel.
Training: The driver/operator shall receive training in the safe handling of the vehicle.
Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the Department to use the MCP only for official law enforcement purposes, and in accordance with Calif ornia State law regarding the operation of motor vehicles.
C. RIFLES AND ASSOCIATED AMMUNITION
Firearm designed and intended to be fired from the shoulder and designed to use the energy in a fixed metallic cartridge to fire only a single projectile through a rifled bore for each single pull of the trigger.
Current Inventory:
SIG SAUER M400 RIFLE
Description: Lightweight, magazine -fed, gas -operated semi -automatic rifle.
Caliber 223/5.56, 16-inch barrel.
Quantity: 120
Purchase Price: $1,344.00/firearm
SIG SAUER M400 RIFLE – (MOTORCYCLE MOUNTED)
Description: Lightweight, magazine -fed, gas -operated semi -automatic rifle.
Caliber 223/5.56, 11-inch barrel.
Quantity: 8
Purchase Price: $978.96/firearm
SIG SAUER 716 DMR G2 .308 PRECISION RIFLE
Description: Semi-automatic precision rifle with an 18-inch barrel, chambered in .308 Winchester, with night force 5.5-22x50 power optic.
Quantity: 4
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Purchase price: $1,977/rifle, $1,936/scope; $3,913 total/system.
REMINGTON 700 LTR .308 PRECISION RIFLE
Description: Bolt-action precision rifle with an 18 -inch barrel, chambered in .308 Winchester.
Quantity: 2
Purchase Price: $820.00 each
GEISSELE SUPER DUTY AR-15 5.56 SBR RIFLE
Description: Semi-automatic rifle with an 11-inch barrel, chambered in 5.56.
Quantity: 22
Purchase Price: $1,381.25 each
WINCHESTER.223 REMINGTON 55GR SILVER TIP RIFLE ROUND
Description: .223 Remington caliber, Fragmenting Polymer Tip (FPT), 55 grain bullet weight, brass cartridge case material.
Quantity: 13,500
Purchase Price: $894.60 per 1,000 rounds
WINCHESTER .223 REMINGTON 55GR FRANGIBLE RIFLE ROUND
Description: .223 Remington caliber, frangible, 55 grain bullet weight, brass cartridge case material.
Quantity: 4,200
Purchase Price: $894.60 per 1,000 rounds
WINCHESTER .223 REMI NGTON 55GR. FULL MET AL JACKET (FMJ) RIFL E ROUND
Description: 5.56 MM caliber, Full Metal Jacket (FMJ), 55 grain bullet weight, brass cartridge case material.
Quantity: 5,500
Purchase Price: $464.60 per 1,000 rounds
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HORNADY .308 WIN 168GR A-MAX TAP PRECISION RIFLE ROUND
Description: .308 caliber, Tactical Application Police precision rifle round, 168 grain bullet weight, used in designated marksmen rifles.
Quantity: 1,000(Current Inventory)
Purchase Price: $1,890.00 per box of 1,400
Purpose: To be used as precision weapons and related ammunition to address a threat with more precision and/or greater distances than a handgun if present and if use is feasible.
Authorized Use: Only officers who have received training with the specific firearm are authorized to use that rifle.
Expected Life Span: No expiration date.
Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $50 for each rifle.
Training: Prior to using a rifle, officers must be certified by POST instructors in the operation of the rifle. Additionally, all members that operate any rifle are required to pass a range qualification four times per year.
Legal and Procedural Rule: It is the policy of the Garden Grove Police Department to utilize rifles only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.
D. NOISE-FLASH DIVERSIONARY DEVICES
A device used to distract a potentially dangerous person or persons.
Current Inventory:
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY (DEFTEC), MODEL 8922 DIVERSONARY DEVICE
Description: This is a standard noise flash diversionary device. It is a non- bursting, non -fragmenting single use device that produces a 175db and 6 -8 million candela of light output. It is ideal for distracting potentially dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescue, building/room entry, or other high-risk arrest situations.
Quantity: 45
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Purchase Price: $60.29 each
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Combined Tactical Systems (CTS), Model 7290-9 – Multi 9 Flashbang
Description: This is a multiple output noise-flash diversionary device. It is a non-bursting, non-fragmenting, single-use device that provides 9 unique flash bang actions within a single hand safe assembly. The device has a fuse delay of approximately 1.5 seconds +/- 0.3 seconds and provides arrhythmic outputs approximately 0.5 seconds apart. It produces a 165-180 dB sound output with an approximate 1 million candlepower light output per charge. It is ideal for distracting potentially dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescues, building/room entries, or other high-risk arrest situations.
Quantity: 12
Purchase Price: $158.36 each.
Purpose: A distraction device is ideal for distracting dangerous suspects during assaults, hostage rescue, room entry , or other high -risk arrest situations. This equipment can be used to produce atmospheric overpressure and brilliant white light which, as a result, can cause short -term physiological/psychological sens ory deprivation to give officers a tactical advantage.
Authorized Use: Diversionary Devices shall only be used:
1. By officers who have been trained in their proper use.
2. In hostage and barricaded subject situations.
3. In high-risk warrant (search/arrest) services where there may be extreme hazards to officers.
4. During other high-risk situations where their use would enhance officer safety.
5. During training exercises.
Expected Lifespan: Until used.
Fiscal Impact: No annual maintenance costs.
Training: Prior to use, officers must attend diversionary device training that is conducted by POST certified instructors.
Legal and Procedural Rules: Use is established in the Garden Grove Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics Manual. It is the policy of the GGPD to utilize diversion devices only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.
E. DISTRACTION AND PAIN COMPLIANCE DEVICES
A device used to distract dangerous persons while deploying less lethal munitions.
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Current Inventory:
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY (DEFTEC), MODEL 1087 STINGER GRENADE
Description: This is a hand -held, hand-thrown grenade and has an initial 1 second delayed fuse. Once the fuse is discharged at a low speed, the main charge detonates to produce a loud sound and bright flash of light and the distribution of approximately 180 rubber pellets of .32 caliber size are expelled from the grenade. Pellets can travel up to 50 ft. from the point of detonation.
Quantity: 96
Purchase Price: $46.86 each
Purpose: To limit the escalation of conflict and decrease use of lethal force when feasible. Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:
1. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals.
2. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
3. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained.
4. Potentially vicious animals.
5. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
Authorized Use: Stinger Grenade Devices shall only be used by officers trained in their use under the following circumstances:
1. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals.
2. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
3. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained.
4. Potentially vicious animals.
5. Training exercises.
Expected Lifespan: Until used.
Fiscal Impact: No annual maintenance.
Training: Prior to use, officers must attend diversionary device training that is conducted by POST certified instructors.
Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the GGPD to utilize Stinger Grenades only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.
F. EXPLOSIVE BREACHING TOOLS
Tools that are used to conduct an explosive breach into an enclosed space.
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Current Inventory:
KINETIC BREACHING TOOL (KBT) MODEL KIT-ATIKBT3-1000
Description: The KBT is a power actuated kinetic energy forced entry tool. It utilizes a crimped blank explosive charge which drives a captive steel impact plate directed at the breach point. The impact plate extends forward out of the clamshell shroud and impacts against the target with a high level of kinetic energy to defeat the entry point or fortification. The impact plate automatically retracts and is reset in the breaching device. The KBT uses semi -automatic cycling, allowing repeated strikes on hardened or multiple targets. The KBT’s intended use is for forced entry du ring high-risk operations with secure entry points and is designed to be operated by a single officer/tactical team member.
The KBT utilizes a proprietary blank cartridge to deliver up to 850 foot pounds of kinetic energy through the steel ram. There is no projectile or explosive energy that leaves the device except for the force of the ram, which is permanently captured in the breaching device.
Quantity: 1
Purchase Price: $10,579.38
KBT3-1100 POWER CARTRIDGES
Description: .45 Caliber crimped blank explosive charge delivering up to 850 ft./lb. of force through a hardened steel ram. Power Cartridges are used for the Kinetic Breaching Tool (KBT) Model KIT -ATIKBT3-1000. No projectile or explosive energy leaves the device except the force of the ram w hich is permanently captured in the KBT from an 8-slot cylindrical magazine.
Quantity: 150
Purchase Price: $4.56 each
Purpose: To safely gain entry into a structure.
Authorized Use: Use of the KBT may only occur after the operator gains authorization by the Incident Commander, SWAT Commander in the field, SWAT team leader, SWAT assistant team leader, and/or during training exercises.
Expected Lifespan: Kinetic Breaching Tool (KBT) - 30 years. Blank cartridges – 5 years (preferably rotate rounds within 1 year).
Fiscal Impact: No annual maintenance. Annual re-supply of cartridges for training purposes and use during SWAT deployments: $454.56 annually.
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Training: All SWAT personnel who have attended and successfully passed a POST approved basic SWAT school are trained quarterly and receive additional training internally. SWAT operators who utilize the power cartridges shall have completed an approved and certified course in the use of any breaching or explosive entry tool.
Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the Garden Grove Police Department to utilize breaching tools only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
REMINGTON 870 BREACHING SHOTGUN
Description: The modified short -barreled Remington 870 ballistic breaching shotgun is equipped with a serrated breaching standoff muzzle recoil reducer, rubber grip, plastic side saddle and tactical slinging system which fires a frangible ballistic breaching round. Depending on the construction material of the door, operators may utilize various types of breaching rounds as appropriate for the situation.
Quantity: 8
Purchase Price: $409.73 each
Purpose: To safely gain entry into a structure and or/interior doors and the immediate defeat of any/all locking mechanisms.
Authorized Use: Use of the Remington 870 Breaching Shotgun may only occur after the operator gains authorization by the Incident Commander, SWAT Commander in the field, SWAT team leader, SWAT assistant team leader, a nd/or during training exercises.
Expected Lifespan: Remington 870 Breaching Shotgun - 25 years, Tesar #1 Orange Cap 275 grain compressed copper frangible ballistic breaching rounds - no listed expiration date. Tesar #4 Yellow Cap 750 grain compressed copper frangible ballistic breaching rounds- no listed expiration date.
Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $50 for each breaching shotgun.
Training: All SWAT personnel who have attended and successfully passed a POST approved basic SWAT school are training quarterly and receive additional training internally. SWAT operators who utilize the Remington 870 Breaching Shotgun have completed an approved and certified course in the use of any breaching or explosive entry tool.
Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the Garden Grove Police Department to utilize breaching tools only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
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TESAR-SF GREEN CAP 400 GRAIN PROPRIETARY METAL ALLOY NON -
TOXIC FRANGIBLE BALLISTIC BREACHING ROUND
Description: Metal alloy, non-toxic ballistic breaching round used to breach any/all door locking mechanisms, including but not limited to: wood doors, locks, hinges, cross -bolts, hollow core doors and light steel doors, glass windows, sliders, and interior light MDF (manufactured density fiberwood) with lock and hinge. This specific ballistic breaching round minimizes the potential for ricochet or injury to any individual who operates with the proprietary metal alloy non-toxic frangible round.
Quantity: 120
Purchase Price: $5.50 each
Purpose: The immediate defeat of a door’s locking mechanism.
Authorized Use: SWAT personnel only who have been trained in the use of the Remington 870 Ballistic Breaching Shotgun.
Expected Life Span: No listed expiration date.
Fiscal Impact: Annual re -supply for training purposes and use during SWAT deployments $300 yearly.
Training: All SWAT personnel w ho have attended and successfully passed a POST approved basic SWAT school are trained quarterly and receive additional training internally. SWAT operators who utilize the Tesar frangible ballistic breaching round shall have completed an approved and cert ified course in the use of any breaching or explosive entry tool.
Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the Garden Grove Police Department to utilize breaching tools/rounds only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
TESAR-HD BLUE CAP 500 GRAIN PROPRIETARY METAL ALLOY NON -
TOXIC FRANGIBLE BALLLISTIC BREACHING ROUND
DESCRIPTION: Metal alloy , non-toxic ballistic breaching round used to breach any/all door locking mechanisms, including but not limited to: light to heavy steel doors, heavy duty locks and hinges, cross-bolts and hinges, hollow core doors, glass windows, sliders, interior light MDF (manufactured density fiberwood) with lock and hi nge, and solid wood exterior doors with lock and hinge. This specific ballistic breaching round minimizes the potential for ricochet or injury to any individual who operates with the proprietary metal alloy non-toxic frangible round.
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Quantity: 110
Purchase Price: $5.75
Purpose: The immediate defeat of a door’s locking mechanism.
Authorized Use: SWAT personnel only who have been trained in the use of the Remington 870 Ballistic Breaching Shotgun.
Expected Life Span: No listed expiration date.
Fiscal Impact: Annual re -supply for training purposes and use during SWAT deployments $300 yearly.
Training: All SWAT personnel who have attended and successfully passed a POST approved basic SWAT school are trained quarterly and receive additional training internally. SWAT operators who utilize the Tesar frangible ballistic breaching round shall have completed an approved and certified course in the use of any breaching or explosive entry tool.
Legal and Procedural Rules: It is the policy of the Garden Grove Police Department to utilize breaching tools/rounds only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law.
G. CHEMICAL AGENTS AND SMOKE CANISTERS
Canisters/Munitions containing chemical agents that are released when deployed.
Current Inventory:
COMBINE SYSTEMS (CTS), CS BAFFLED CANISTER GRENADE
Description: The design of the CS Baffled Canister Grenade allows the contents to burn within an internally baffled can and disperse a chemical agent safely with reduced risk of fire. The grenade is designed primarily for indoor tactical situations to detect and/or dislodge a barricaded subject. This grenade will deliver 25 grams of agent during its 20-40 seconds burn time. The device is launchable.
Quantity: 83
Purchase Price: $31.25 each
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, FLAMELESS TRI-CHAMBER CS GRENADE
Description: The design of the Tri-Chamber Flameless CS Grenade allows the contents to burn within an internal can and disperse the agent safely with
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reduced risk of fire. The grenade is designed primarily for indoor tactical situations to detect and/or dislodge a barricaded subject. This grenade will deliver 20 grams of agent during its 20-30 seconds burn time.
Quantity: 25
Purchase Price: $35.72 each
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY SPEDE-HEAT CS GRENADE
Description: The Spede-Heat CS Grenade is a high volume, continuous burn munition. It expels a CS payload of 81.2 grams in approximately 20 -40 seconds. The CS is discharged through four gas ports on top of the canister, three gas ports on the side, and one gas port on the bottom. The device is launchable.
Quantity: 11
Purchase Price: $36.71 each
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY RIOT CONTROL CONTINUOUS DISCHARGE
GRENADE, OC
Description: The Riot Control OC Grenade is designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high-volume continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 20 -40 seconds through four gas ports located on the top of the canister. This grenade can be used to conceal tactical movement or to route a crowd. The volume of smoke and agent is vast and obtrusive. This launchable grenade is 6.0 in. by 2.6 in. and hold s approximately 25g of OC chemical agent.
Quantity: 5
Purchase Price: $44.76 each
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY POCKET TACTICAL GRENADE, CS
Description: The Pocket Tactical CS Grenade is small and lightweight. The
25.2g of CS chemical agent will burn approximately 20 -40 seconds. At 4.75 in. by 1.4 inches in size, it easily fits in most tactical pouches. Though this device is slightly over four inches in length, it produces a smoke cloud so fast it appears to be an enveloping screen produced by a full-size tactical grenade.
Quantity: 9
Purchase Price: $22.38 each
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DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY 40MM CS FERRET LIQUID BARRICADE
PENETRATING PROJECTILE ROUND
Description: The 40MM CS Ferret Liquid munition is a frangible projectile filled with chemical agent. It is designed to deliver chemical agents in barricade situations from a 40mm launcher. Spin stabilization from barrel rifling affords maximum stand-off distance and accuracy for safety. The munition is non - burning and suitable for indoor use. It is designed to penetrate barriers, such as windows, hollow core doors, wall board, and thin plywood. Upon impacting the barrier, the nose cone ruptures and instantaneously delivers 6.9 grams of chemical payload inside of a structure or vehicle. The active CS agent instantaneously discharges on impact.
Quantity: 73
Purchase Price: $26.90 each
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY OC AEROSOL GRENADE 1.3% FOGGER, 6oz
Description: This aerosol grenade delivers of 1.3% OC in 15-20 seconds. This is an anatomized mist which enhances the pungent 1.3% OC formulation. Ideal for area denial areas like attics, garages, etc. . This device has minimum clean up. The canister may also be handheld to direct the spray pattern. This product is designed to provide room clearing ability with minimum clear up requirements.
Quantity: 4
Purchase Price: $21.90 each
AERKO INTERNATIONAL AEROSOL GRENADE .99% CS, 1% OC, 6oz
Description: The AERKO International Clear Out Aerosol Grenade delivers a powerful payload of OC/CS mixture concentrate d in a continuous 28 -second discharge. This potent mist formulation maximizes area saturation for effective deployment in confined spaces. Ideal for room clearing and area denial operations in environments such as attics, garages, or storage areas. The mist dispersion enhances inhalation effects while minimizing cleanup requirements.
Canister may be hand-deployed or positioned for static dispersal. Designed for tactical effectiveness with reduced post-use maintenance.
Quantity: 25
Purchase Price: $25.00 each
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY MILITARY-STYLE BLACK SMOKE GRENADE
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Description: The Maximum Smoke Grenade is designed specifically for outdoor use in crowd control situations with a high -volume continuous burn that expels its payload in approximately 30 -40 seconds through four gas ports located on the top of the canister. This grenade can be used to conceal tactical movement or to reroute a crowd. The volume of smoke is fast and obtrusiv e.
This launchable colored smoke grenade is 6 x 2.35 inches and holds approximately 2.9 ounces of active agent.
Quantity: 1
Purchase Price: $45.33 each
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY MILITARY-STYLE SAF-SMOKE GRENADE
Description: The Saf-Smoke Grenade was designed for training, but may also be used in operations. The Saf-Smoke Grenade offer s the same approximate burn times as the Spede -Heat Grenade in CN or CS and the Riot Control Grenade in CN or CS. The similar burn times make it the appropriate choice for training or simulation deployment of chemical agent canisters. The Saf- Smoke formulation is considered to be less toxic than Hexachloroethane (HC) smoke. The Saf-Smoke Grenade emits a very white smoke.
Quantity: 1
Purchase Price: $32.30 each
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY SKAT SHELL 40MM MULTIPLE PROJECTILE
ROUND, CS
Description: The Skat Shell 40mm CS multiple chemical projectile round is designed to deliver multiple CS canisters from a 40mm launcher. It is designed for outdoor use and has a fire -producing capability with a maximum effective range of 80-100 yards. It is widely used as a crowd management tool for the rapid and broad deployment of a chemical agent by a single grenadier. The Skat Shell c ontains four separate sub -munitions and provides a wide area of coverage.
Quantity: 97
Purchase Price: $30.12 each
CTS LC5 CHEMICAL AGENT LAUNCHING CUPS
Description: The chemical agent launching cup is affixed to the barrel end of a Remington 870 shotgun and fastened onto the barrel by a metal band and hand- tightened screw. The launching cup is utilized to hold launchable OC, CS, and
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smoke munitions to effectively lau nch them from a safe distance into the designated target area.
Quantity: 4
Purchase Price: $278.82 each
VULCAN MUNITIONS POLE
Description: The Vulcan Munitions Pole is utilized to safely deploy munitions into doors, windows, and openings of building s and vehicles to introduce OC, CS, smoke, and diversionary devices to distract, disrupt, or incapacitate subjects barricaded in structures or vehicles. The Vulcan Munitions pole weights less than 9 pounds and is capable of extending from less than 8 feet in length to 13 feet in length.
Quantity: 2
Purchase Price: $2,412.62 each
CUSTOM METAL CONCEPTS BURN SAFE
Description: The Burn Safe is a double walled container constructed of aluminum. It is designed to contain the flames inside its inner-chamber thereby reducing the probability of starting a fire. The Burn Safe weighs approximately 8 pounds and is hand -deployed by officers. The weight allows the user to successfully penetrate windows, screens, and glass doors. The Burn Safe allows the introd uction of significant amounts of pyrotechnic chemical agent into the target, which increases the probability of a successful resolution.
Quantity: 2
Purchase Price: $1,812.00 each
CUSTOM METAL CONCEPTS GAS RAM
Description: The Gas Ram is a multi -use tool that can be utilized for forced entry as a door ram or be deployed as a pyrotechnic Chemical Agent delivery system. The Gas Ram is equipped with a 12 -inch or 24-inch metal probe capable of penetrating walls, doors, sheet me tal siding , and into vehicles.
Inserting the longer 24-inch probe allows use through roofs and dead air spaces.
Both probes are effective in delivering significant amounts of pyrotechnic chemical agents with a minimal probability of starting fires.
Quantity: 1
Purchase Price: $1,500.00
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DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 12 -GUAGE MUZZLE BANG/LAUNCHING
CARTRIDGE ROUND
Description: The 1210 12 -Gauge Muzzle Bang/Launching Cartridge incorporates an opaque shell and utilizes black powder as the propellant. It has the ability to be used alone as a Muzzle Bang for crowd management or for propelling grenades when equipped with and using a Department authorized launching cup.
Quantity: 120
Purchase Price: $7.13 each
Purpose: To cause a suspect discomfort and/or deny him/her access to certain areas of a structure, vehicle, or area to aid in bringing an event to a successful conclusion.
Situations for use of chemical agents may include but are not limited to:
a. To reduce violence, minimize property damage, and protect the public. b. To disperse individuals during riots or incidents of civil disobedience. c. To incapacitate a suspect who is endangering life or property. d. To apprehend suspects who refuse to submit to arrest.
Authorized Use: SWAT personnel who have been trained in the use of chemical agents.
Excepted Life Span: Refer to manufacturer’s specifications sheet for each type of munition. Life span of most munitions is 5 years from date of manufacture.
Fiscal Impact: No annual maintenance. Munitions must be replaced per manufacturer recommendations.
Training: Sworn members utilizing chemical agents are trained in the use of those agents by POST certified chemical agent instructors.
Legal and Procedural Rules: Authorized use is established under the Use of Force Policy. It is the policy of the GGPD to utilize chemical agents only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.
H. PEPPERBALL LAUNCHER AND ASSOCIATED MUNITIONS
A device that discharges irritant projectiles.
Current Inventory:
TIPPMANN PEPPERBALL GUN
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Description: A compressed-air powered launcher designed to fire non -lethal PepperBall projectiles.
Quantity: 7
Purchase Price: $316.79 each
PEPPERBALL LIVE-X PROJECTILE
Description: The Live Projectile contains a concentrated amount of PAVA pepper powder. One round of LIVE-X contains the equivalent to 10 PepperBall rounds. Discharged from a PepperBall Launcher, the projectile has a velocity of 280-350 feet per second. The projectile has a direct impact of 60 ft. and an area of saturation of 150+ft. The projectile contains 5% PAVA Powder.
Quantity: 2,000
Purchase Price: $928.00 per case of 375 projectiles
Purpose: To limit the escalation of conflict and decrease use of lethal force when feasible. Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include but are not limited to:
a. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals. b. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
c. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained. d. Potentially vicious animals.
e. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
Authorized Use: All worn personnel that has rece ived training with the Pepperball Launcher
Excepted Life Span: 15 years
Fiscal Impact: No annual maintenance. Munitions must be replaced per manufacturer recommendations.
Training: Sworn members utilizing Pepperba ll Launcher receive training by POST certified less lethal instructors annually at the Fourth Quarter Range
I. 40 MM LAUNCHER AND ASSOCIATED MUNITIONS
40MM Launchers are utilized by department personnel as a less lethal tool to launch impact rounds.
Current Inventory:
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DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM SINGLE SHOT LAUNCHER
Description: The 40MM Single Launcher is a tactical single shot launcher. It will fire standard 40mm less lethal ammunition, up to 4.8 inches in cartridge length. It will launch a 40mm less lethal round up to 131 feet.
Quantity: 5
Purchase Price: $888.70 each
DEFENSE TECHNOLOGY, 40MM EXACT IMPACT SPONGE
Description: A less lethal 40mm lightweight plastic and foam projectile fired from a single or multi-round purpose built 40mm grenade launcher with a rifled barrel at 325 FPS. The 30-gram foam projectile delivers 120 -foot pounds of energy on impact. The 40mm Exact Impact Sponge Round provides accurate and effective performance when fired from the approved distance of not less than five (5) feet and as far as 131 feet from the target.
Quantity: 265
Purchase Price: $25.54 each
Purpose: To limit the escalation of conflict and decrease use of lethal force when feasible.
Authorized Use: Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:
a. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals. b. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
c. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained. d. Potentially vicious animals.
e. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
Training: Sworn members utilizing 40mm less lethal chemical agents or impact rounds are trained in their use by POST certified less lethal and chemical agent instructors.
Expected Life Span: Defense Technology Launchers - 25 years, Rounds - 5 years.
Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $50 for each launcher.
Legal and Procedural Rules: Authorized use is established under the Use of Force Policy. It is the policy of the Garden Grove Police Department to utilize the 40mm only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.
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J. LESS LETHAL SHOTGUN AND ASSOCIATED MUNITIONS
Device used to deploy the less lethal 12-gauge Super-Sock Beanbag Round.
Current Inventory:
REMINGTON 870 LESS LETHAL SHOTGUN
Description: The Remington 870 Less Lethal Shotgun is used to deploy the less lethal 12 -gauge Super-Sock Beanbag Round up to a distance of 75 feet.
The range of the weapon system helps to maintain space bet ween officers and a suspect , reducing the immediacy of the threat which is a principle of de - escalation.
Quantity: 65
Purchase Price: $395.75 each
DRAG STABILIZED 12-GAUGE BEANBAG ROUND
Description: A less lethal 2.4 -inch 12-gauge shotgun round firing a ballistic fiber bag filled with 40 grams of lead shot at a velocity of 270 -290 feet per second (FPS). Drag Stabilized rounds are discharged from a dedicated 12 - gauge shotgun that is distinguishable by an orange butt stock and fore grip. This round provides accurate and effective performance when fired from the approved distance of not fewer than five (5) feet. The maximum effective range of this munition is up to 75 feet from the target. The Drag Stabilized Model is in its deployed state immediately upon exiting the barrel. It does not require a minimum range to “unfold” or “stabilize.” The Drag Stabilized Model is an aerodynamic projectile.
Quantity: 550
Purchase Price: $6.75each
Purpose: To limit the escalation of conflict and decrease use of lethal force when feasible.
Authorized Use: Situations for use of the less lethal weapon systems may include, but are not limited to:
a. Self-destructive, dangerous and/or combative individuals. b. Riot/crowd control and civil unrest incidents.
c. Circumstances where a tactical advantage can be obtained. d. Potentially vicious animals.
e. Training exercises or approved demonstrations.
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Expected Life Span: Remington 870 Less Lethal Shotgun - 25 years, Drag Stabilized 12-gauge beanbag round and Winchester slug rifle rounds - no listed expiration date.
Fiscal Impact: Annual maintenance is approximately $50 for each shotgun.
Training: All officers are trained in the 12 -gauge less lethal shotgun as a less leth al option by in-service training. SWAT personnel receive additional training internally when they transfer to the unit. SWAT operators who utilize these munitions successfully complete a POST -approved gas school and/or are trained in house by POST-certified chemical agent instructors for muzzle blast training.
Legal and Procedural Rules: Authorized use is established under the Use of Force Policy. It is the policy of the Garden Grove Police Department to utilize the less lethal shotgun only for official law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law, including those regarding the use of force.
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K. WINCHESTER SEGMENTED SLUG RIFLED ROUNDS
Description: Winchester 12-gauge 2.75-inch segmented shotgun rifles slugs features full bore rifling, so they will have improved accuracy and sectional density when fired out of a smooth bored shotgun. The round segments upon impact as to not over-penetrate barriers.
Quantity: 4,200
Purchase Price: $785.00/1,000 round
Purpose: To be used as precision weapons to address a threat with more precision and/or greater distances than a handgun, if present and if use is feasible. This is a standard issued patrol duty round.
Authorized Use: All sworn officers who have graduated from a POST Academy are authorized to use this ammunition.
Expected Life Span: No expiration date.
Fiscal Impact: Annual training with qualification is approximately $947.05.
Training: Officers must be certified by POST instructors (standard POST Academy trained) in t he operation of the shotgun. Additionally, all members that operate any shotgun are required to pass a range qualification one time a year.
Legal and Procedural Rule: It is the policy of the Garden Grove Police Department to utilize rifles only for offi cial law enforcement purposes, and pursuant to State and Federal law regarding the use of force.
L. UNMANNED AERIAL SYSTEM (UAS)
Unmanned aircraft along with the associated equipment necessary to control the aircraft remotely.
Current Inventory:
DJI MATRICE M30T
Description: UAS that weighs approximately 3770 grams and has a color camera with hybrid zoom, thermal camera capabilities, and approximately 41 minutes of flight time.
Quantity: 2
Cost: $10, 114/each
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DJI MAVIC 3 ENTERPRISE THERMAL
Description: UAS that weighs approximately 920 grams and has color and thermal video recording capabilities with approximately 40 minutes of flight time.
Quantity: 3
Cost: $5,748/each
DJI MINI 4 PRO
Description: UAS that weighs approximately 249 grams and has color video recording capabilities and approximately 45 minutes of flight time.
Quantity: 9
Cost: $1,159/each
DJI AVATA 2
Description: UAS that weighs approximately 377 grams and has color video recording capabilities and approximately 23 minutes of flight time. This UAS has enclosed propellers making it more capable in interior or close -quarters deployment.
Quantity: 4
Cost: $1,199/each
Purpose: Small Unmanned Aerial Systems (sUAS) are to be deployed when its view would assist officers or incident commanders in situations which include, but are not limited to:
a. Major traffic collision investigations
b. Evidence collection
c. Search for missing persons/swimmers
d. Crime scene photography
e. Natural disaster or hazardous scene management
f. Situational awareness during major incidents
g. SWAT, tactical or other public safety and life preservation missions h. In response to specific requests from local, state or federal fire authorities for fire response and/or prevention
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Authorized Use: Only personnel assigned as UAS team members who have completed the required training and hold a valid FAA Part 107 license shall be permitted to operate any UAS during approved missions.
Expected Life Span: All UAS equipment is expected to last 3-5 years.
Fiscal Impact: Estimated annual maintenance and battery replacement is $5,000.
Training: All department UAS operators are licensed by the Federal Aviation Administration for UAS operation under FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107. In addition, each operator must attend initial department or POST -certified training and participate in ongoing training.
Legal and Procedural Rules: FAA Regulation 14 CFR Part 107 and the Garden Grove Lexipol Policy section (UAS policy). It is the policy of the Garden Grove Police Department to utilize the UAS only for official purposes and in a manner that respects the privacy of our community pursuant to State and Federal law.
M. UNMANNED GROUND VEHICLE
Description: A remotely operated, tactical ground vehicle equipped with a camera which provides officers with the ability to remotely observe the interior of a structure or other area of operation without physically entering the location.
Quantity: 1
Cost: Estimated to be approximately $2,500
Purpose: To be used during tactical incidents to safely search and observe the interior of a structure or other area of operation without placing officers in an immediate confrontation with a suspect, thus enhancing the safety of the community, officers, and suspects.
Authorized Use: The tactical unmanned ground vehicle will only be used by trained personnel at the direction of a supervisor.
Expected Life Span: Several years depending on use and environment.
Fiscal Impact : Estimated annual maintenance and batt ery replacement costs of approximately $200 annually.
Training: All unmanned ground vehicle operators shall receive initial training prior to deploying the vehicle in the field.
6. ANTICIPATED ACQUISITION OF ADDITIONAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT
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Aside from replenishment of fungible munitions described in Section 5 above, the Department does not anticipate that it will seek to acquire any additional military equipment in the next calendar year. Should the needs of the Department change, it will se ek the authorization of the Garden Grove City Council prior to acquisition of such equipment as required by Policy 706 and Government Code section 7070 et seq.
ATTACHMENT 1
Summary of Department’s Use of Military Equipment
September 2024 through September 2025
SMALL UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM (sUAS) DEPLOYMENTS
Date: February 28, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to provide over watch on residence while detectives served a search warrant related to a homicide investigation.
DR: 25009849
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: March 2, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to search for suspect who fled and hid from officers. Suspect was located using the FLIR feature. The suspect was arrested for PC 148 and a probation violation.
DR: 25011348
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: March 9, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to search for domestic violence suspect. While utilizing the FLIR feature, the operator discovered an unrelated structure fire in a nearby commercial building.
DR: 25012627
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: March 31, 2025
Incident: Mini used to check the area of a residence where a restraining order violation was taking place. The suspect has a long history of running from police upon contact. SUAS was deployed prior to attempted contact. The suspect was not located.
DR: 25016959
Item(s) Used: Mini
Date: April 8, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to provide over watch while officers searched for a Parolee at Large who had fled from them. The suspect was located inside of a business by ground units.
DR: 25018348
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: April 10, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to provide over watch during a search warrant related to a PC 245 investigation.
DR: 24063358
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Item(s) Used: Mavic
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Date: April 24, 2025
Incident: Mavic, Mini, and Avata used to provide over watch and interior search for a joint operation search warrant related to organized theft of EBT funds.
DR: 25021165
Item(s) Used: Mavic, Mini, and Avata
Date: April 26, 2025
Incident: Matrice and Mavic used to search for shooting suspect who had fled into Haster Basin Park. The suspect was located in the park.
DR: 25021870
Item(s) Used: Matrice and Mavic
Date: May 4, 2025
Incident: Mavic used for over watch and to relay information during a high -risk car stop of a stolen vehicle where the suspect stayed barricaded in the vehicle. He was eventually arrested.
DR: 25023317
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: May 10, 2025
Incident: Mavic used for over watch during a probation check on a subject known to run from police. Suspect was located and arrested.
DR: 25042388
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: May 10, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to search for evidence potentially discarded by suspect who was running from officers. No evidence located.
DR: 25024409
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: May 23, 2025 – May 26, 2025
Incident: Matrice and Mavic used for security over watch of Strawberry Festival Parade, 5k, and festival grounds.
DR: N/A
Item(s) Used: Matrice and Mavic
Date: May 27, 2025 – May 28, 2025
Incident: Mavic used for security over watch for multiple high school gr aduations at Bolsa Grande High School stadium.
DR: N/A
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: May 28, 2025
Incident: Mini used to check interior and exterior of a residence where an intruder was suspected.
Crime was unfounded.
DR: 25027866
Item(s) Used: Mini
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Date: June 3, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to provide over watch for a possible burglary in progress. Crime was unfounded.
DR: 25029053
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: June 5, 2025
Incident: Westminster PD requested assistance for a “cat burg” in their city. Avata used to search the interior and the suspect was located in an upstairs bedroom. Suspect was taken into custody by WPD.
DR: 25-4066
Item(s) Used: Avata
Date: June 22, 2025
Incident: OC Sheriff Deputies requested assistance in searching for a homicide suspect in the City of Stanton. Mavic used, but the suspect was not located.
DR: 25032395
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: June 25, 2025
Incident: Mavic used for over watch while office rs contacted an armed suspect wanted for PC 422. Suspect taken into custody.
DR: 25032416
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: June 27, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to locate suspect who was trespassing on the roof of a commercial building.
Suspect taken into custody.
DR: 25033305
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: June 28, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to search Santa Ana riverbed for a felony vandalism suspect. Suspect was located via sUAS and arrested.
DR: 25033593
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: June 30, 2025
Incident: Mavic and Avada used for over watch and interior building search for a barricaded commercial burglary suspect in Santa Ana. Suspect arrested by Santa Ana PD.
DR: 25033846
Item(s) Used: Mavic and Avada
Date: July 1, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to provide over watch while officers approached and arrested a wanted felon.
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DR: 25034113
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: July 4, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to search for a subject wanted for PC 459 and PC 245. Suspect not located.
DR: 25034668
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: July 5, 2025
Incident: Mavic and Avata used for over watch and crowd monitoring during an anti -ICE demonstration.
DR: 25035092
Item(s) Used: Mavic and Avata
Date: July 5, 2025
Incident: Avata used to check vehicle interior during high-risk car stop of subject wanted for PC 187.
DR: 25035098
Item(s) Used: Avata
Date: July 10, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to search for suspects and evidence after several people fled from a PC 215 vehicle. Suspects located and arrested.
DR: 25035936
Item(s) Used: Mavic
Date: July 11, 2025 – December 12, 2025
Incident: Matrice and Mavic used for security over watch during large religious gathering at Christ Cathedral.
DR: N/A
Item(s) Used: Matrice and Mavic
Date: July 14, 2025
Incident: Mavic used to search for possible trespassers in railroad right -of-way. No subjects located.
DR: N/A
Item(s) Used: Mavic
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ARMORED RESCUE VEHICLE (ARV) DEPLOYMENTS
Date: August 27, 2024
Incident: SWAT team members participated in a multi -agency training symposium. The ARV was utilized as part of the training scenarios.
DR: None
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: August 31, 2024
Incident: Officers responded to a residence regarding an assault. The known suspect had a history of firearm possession and the ARV was utilized as ballistic protection during suspect contact.
DR: 24050215
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: September 5, 2024
Incident: Officers located an occupied s tolen vehicle. When a vehicle stop was initiated, the suspect barricaded and refused to comply. During the high risk car stop the ARV was used as ballistic protection.
DR: 24051447
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: September 7, 2024
Incident: Gang Suppression Detectives obtained a search warrant. The SWAT team was utilized for the high risk warrant due to a suspect’s criminal history and previously being arrested for manufacturing firearms. The ARV was used for ballistic protection and diversionary devices were used to ensure subjects in the home were awake/aware of officer’s presence and to conceal officer’s movements.
DR: 24051527
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle, Diversionary Devices
Date: September 15, 2024
Incident: Officers responded to a residence regarding an assault that occurred in which a gun was used. Officers utilized the ARV when making suspect contact.
DR: 24053381
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: October 14, 2024
Incident: Officers were involv ed in a pursuit and the driver refused to exit the vehicle at the termination point. The ARV was used for ballistic protection and to prevent the suspect from driving off again.
DR: 24059363
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: October 27, 2024
Incident: Officers were flagged down by a victim who stated a suspect was involved in a domestic violence incident and then attempted to run the victim over. The ARV was used as ballistic protection during suspect contact.
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DR: 24062083
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: November 19, 2024
Incident: Officers responded to the City of Westminster for an outside agency assist. Officers utilized the ARV for ballistic protection during a SWAT call out for Westminster PD in which a felony assault and domestic violence suspect had barricaded in a residence with family members.
DR: 24066556
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: November 22, 2024
Incident: Officers assisted Anaheim PD with a high risk search warrant service. The ARV was used as ballistic protection.
DR: None
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: November 24, 2024
Incident: Officers responded to a residence regarding a possible suicide investigation. The subject has access to guns and the ARV was used as ballistic protection during subject contact.
The subject was later placed on a WI 5150 hold.
DR: 24067487
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: December 3, 2024
Incident: Officers responded to a check the welfare call for service in which the resident is known to be in possession of a gun. The ARV was used as ballistic protection during contact.
DR: 24069250
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: December 19, 2024
Incident: Officers responded to a residence regarding a burglary in progress. Suspects were seen inside the home and the ARV was used as ballistic protection when officers approached the home and to make announcements. It was later discovered the suspect had fled prior to officers arrival.
DR: 24072214
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: January 3, 2025
Incident: Officers responded to a call for service regarding a domestic violence incident in which a gun was used. The ARV was used for ballistic protection during suspect contact.
DR: 2500336
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: January 20, 2025
Incident: Officers responded to a residence in which a hunting rifle was alleged to be used in a shooting. Officers approached the residence using the ARV as ballistic protection. The call for service was later determined to be unfounded.
DR: 25003609
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
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Date: January 31, 2025
Incident: The ARV was staged at a three day community event as a safety measure in the eve nt it was needed for a critical incident.
DR: None
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: February 8, 2025
Incident: Officers responded to a residence regarding domestic violence and a kidnapping. The suspect was a parolee at large with a violent criminal past. The ARV was utilized as ballistic protection when making suspect contact. This incident evolved into a SWAT call out and diversionary devices and chemical agents were also used in order to convince the suspect to surrender after barricading.
DR: 25007144
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle, chemical agents, diversionary devices
Date: March 23, 2025
Incident: Officers responded to a residence regarding an assault with a deadly weapon th at had occurred. When making suspect contact, officers utilized the ARV as protection.
DR: 25015327
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: April 23, 2025
Incident: Property Crimes Detectives obtained a search warrant for a commercial complex as part of an ongoing investigation. The warrant was deemed to be high risk and the SWAT team served the warrant. During the service, the ARV was used as ballistic protection.
DR: 25021165
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle
Date: May 4, 2025
Incident: Officers located a parked and occupied stolen vehicle. Officers utilized the ARV to prevent the suspect from fleeing in the vehicle.
DR: 25023317
Item(s) Used: Armored Rescue Vehicle