NEW ALBANY POLICE DEPARTMENT - New Albany, Ohio

the cruiser as close as possible to the rear bumper of the target
vehicle to prevent escape. A third vehicle can be used to pull
alongside the target vehicle near the driver’s door. A fourth
vehicle can pull alongside the passenger side (if permissible) or
assist in blocking from the front or rear of the target vehicle.
The officer in the primary vehicle should remain in the cruiser
until the driver is secured. This is to prevent potential injury to the
officer should the target vehicle attempt to break the intercept,
and to limit the possibility of a crossfire situation.
The suspect should be removed from the target vehicle using the
high-risk stop method or whatever is practical for the situation.
2. Use of Tire Deflation Devices
When time permits, tire deflation devices (i.e. - Stinger Spikes or Stop Sticks)
may be utilized when a pursuit is approaching or is currently in New Albany.
An officer deploying tire deflation devices will be trained in their use and adhere
to the following guidelines:
Deployment will be made after receiving supervisory approval and will be
made on smooth asphalt or concrete surfaces in areas free of road
construction.
Radio communication will be made and/or maintained with all police
vehicles around the deployment area. The deploying officer shall notify
pursuing officers of the exact location of tire deflation device deployment.
Before deploying tire deflation devices into position, an officer must
ensure there are no other vehicles (non-involved or police) between the
target vehicle and the point of deployment.
The deploying officer shall remain in the area of the deployment zone
and collect the tire deflation devices and any remaining remnants.
Tire deflation devices shall be used in adherence with the manufacturer’s
recommendations and will only be deployed on vehicles with four or
more tires.
Tire deflation devices may be used to prevent a vehicle from being
moved by a suspect at a crime scene or to prevent a suspect’s escape
from the area.
Any incident involving the deployment of tire deflation devices will result
in the on duty supervisor preparing a written report. This report shall
include the effectiveness of this tool, the final outcome of the pursuit, and
any injuries which were sustained as a result of the use of tire deflation
devices. This written report will be forwarded to the Chief of Police.
For the purpose of this directive, deployment of tire deflation devices is not
considered to be a use of deadly force nor is it considered a roadblock measure.
3. Precision Immobilization Technique
Precision Immobilization Technique (PIT) is a method used to reduce risks in
bringing pursuits to a conclusion. It is a controlled and trained technique. It can
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