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Police commander explains why department bought Dodge Durangos for patrol
Summary
A police commander described supply‑chain pressures that prompted Simi Valley police to purchase Dodge Durango SUVs last year, reviewed costs and said the department will continue evaluating platforms for officer safety and performance.
Commander Craig Duncan of the Simi Valley Police Department briefed the City Council on March 10 about the department’s recent purchase of Dodge Durango SUVs as patrol vehicles and why the department chose the platform.
Duncan said supply‑chain and manufacturer retooling created uncertainty for ordering Ford Explorer police‑utility vehicles in 2024. To maintain fleet replacement schedules…
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