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Norwalk police expand hands-on 'box training' and use-of-force instruction ahead of summer staffing changes
Summary
Commissioners heard that the department ran large-scale use-of-force and a new "box training" program in June to improve decision-making under stress; administrators said June scheduling concentrated training before summer vacations reduced officer availability.
Norwalk police told the Board of Police Commissioners on July 21 that the department ran a major set of training programs in June, including expanded use-of-force instruction and a new interactive "box training" exercise designed to expose officers to fast-moving, realistic scenarios.
Deputy Chief Denholm described the training as focused on decision-making under stress and de-escalation. The commission…
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