The Garland Police Department is taking proactive measures to aid local citizens in addressing the grim reality of active shooter situations. A recent post on the department's Facebook page highlighted an Active Shooter Training session conducted for City of Garland employees. The training event at the Bradfield Recreation Center focused on strategies for response and safety protocols, as per the Garland Police Department.
According to the department's announcement, the session included detailed instructions for maintaining composure, in such high-pressure scenarios. The Department's commitment to public readiness was underscored by Officer Pesta, the Community Relations Officer who led the training. The knowledge shared covered critical response strategies and an emphasis was placed, on the importance of safety and preparedness.
The police department has targeted its efforts toward equipping city employees with this vital knowledge and plans to extend the opportunity to Garland residents. A future session for the general public was alluded to in Garland PD's statement with a promise to keep the community informed on upcoming events. The information contained in the session is expected to be similar to that provided to city staff, focusing on evacuation, hiding strategies, and confronting an attacker only as a last resort.
