78 Questions
What is the purpose of the silent alarm response policy developed by the Omaha Police Department with financial institutions?
To investigate robberies of financial institutions and armored vehicles
Why do not all financial institutions have designated call-back numbers or authorized contact employees as per the silent alarm response policy?
Financial institution consolidations and reorganizations
What type of security devices are used by pharmacies for tracking certain prescription medications?
GPS-enabled mobile security devices
Who jointly investigates robberies of FDIC-protected financial institutions and armored vehicles within the Omaha city limits?
OPD and FBI
What triggers the GPS-enabled mobile security devices used by pharmacies for tracking prescription medications?
Unauthorized movement of prescription medications
What does the call-back system in the silent alarm response policy involve?
Interaction between financial institutions, OPD, and DC 911
What should officers consider when determining whether to make a felony traffic stop on a possible suspect vehicle?
Whether the suspect has an accomplice
What factor should officers consider when placing stop sticks ahead of a suspect vehicle prior to conducting a traffic stop?
Availability of Able 1 or K9 to assist
What will be used to locate the Mobile Unit if it becomes stationary in a financial institution or pharmacy?
A handheld device tool with signal strength capabilities
What should officers do if they receive calls of suspicious parties with containers full of liquid at financial institutions?
Notify CIB if the parties have containers with liquid
What should officers do if the Mobile Unit/ESP is purposely placed in an unsuspecting person's vehicle to interfere with officer response?
Establish a perimeter
What is a known method used by criminals to deactivate dye packs?
Dunking them in water or other liquids
What should officers consider when determining whether to make a felony traffic stop on a possible suspect vehicle?
The color of the suspect vehicle
What should officers consider so that they can determine which vehicle the Mobile Unit is in?
The amount of time it has been traveling eastbound on L Street from 24th Street
What is the purpose of a Man Trap in a building?
To trap potential robbers inside a breezeway
What is the function of Bait Bills as defined in the text?
Serial numbered bills used to track robbery suspects
What does a Signal 20 refer to in the context of police dispatch codes?
A GPS tracking device activation during a robbery
When responding to a silent alarm at a financial institution or pharmacy, what is the OPD policy regarding officers entering the building?
Officers must wait for confirmation of an actual crime before entering
What action should officers take upon arrival at a facility triggering a silent alarm based on the procedure outlined?
Wait for an employee to meet them outside
What is the role of DC 911 when a silent alarm is received from a financial institution?
Initiate a confirmation call to the facility
Why might officers find it challenging to identify a false alarm at some financial institutions and pharmacies?
Employees may be deep inside non-traditional buildings
What does a Mobile Security Device (MSD) primarily aim to provide?
Asset protection and personal safety
How do Mobile Units with Electronic Satellite Pursuit (ESP) function according to the text?
Utilizing GPS technology disguised as bills or attached to medications
Why would a police dispatch switch to an encrypted B zone radio channel after a 'Signal 20' activation?
To communicate sensitive information about the robbery efficiently
What should DC 911 do if they confirm a false alarm before the officer's arrival?
Direct an employee to a designated area to wait for responding officers
What action will responding officers take if DC 911 confirms a false alarm?
Meet the employee in the designated area
What is the primary officer expected to do upon meeting the employee in the designated area?
Debrief the employee
What should the backup officer do while the primary officer meets the employee for debriefing?
Maintain their position
Which department will advise the officer of the designated area's location if a false alarm is confirmed?
DC 911
What is the primary responsibility of plainclothes officers who respond to a silent alarm according to the text?
To display their badge on their outer garment and take a position of concealment
In the event of a real alarm and ongoing robbery, what action should responding officers take as per the text?
Maintain a position of concealment and protective cover to observe the perimeter
How are responding officers guided to handle an unverified alarm situation according to the text?
Take a position of concealment and observe the perimeter until the alarm status is confirmed
What is the procedure for plainclothes officers who respond to a silent alarm to communicate with DC 911, as stated in the text?
They need to advise DC 911 who will inform the responding cruiser officers
What is the role of FBI agents in responding to bank robberies according to the text?
To broadcast all bank robberies on their radio system
What action should responding officers take if an employee confirms that a real alarm has occurred but the suspect(s) have left as per the text?
Obtain descriptive information, maintain concealment, and request an employee to wait for the primary officer
In what way are officers notified when a Mobile Unit/ESP is activated according to the text?
Through an announcement on an encrypted B zone radio channel
What is the recommended approach for officers when confronting suspects during a bank robbery according to the text?
Maintain a position outside of the financial institution or pharmacy, away from bystanders if possible
What is one of the duties of DC 911 upon activation of a Mobile Unit/ESP as per the text?
'Signal 20' over an encrypted B zone radio channel
What should officers do if they have observed suspicious activity around an alarmed facility but have not received confirmation about the alarm status as per the text?
Continue observing and request another call to verify the alarm status
What is the primary reason some financial institutions do not have designated call-back numbers or authorized contact employees according to the text?
Large number of consolidations and reorganizations in the financial industry
What is the purpose of GPS-enabled mobile security devices used by pharmacies for tracking prescription medications?
To track the geographical location of prescription medications
Why do pharmacies use silent alarms to track certain prescription medications?
To assist in locating the stolen prescription medications
What is the significance of the cooperation between the Omaha Police Department (OPD) and financial institutions in developing the silent alarm response policy?
To ensure a standardized approach for responding to silent alarms
What role do GPS-enabled mobile security devices play in responding to unauthorized movements of prescription medications?
Enable tracking and triggering of silent alarms when unauthorized movement occurs
What is the primary focus of joint investigations conducted by OPD and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in relation to financial institutions and armored vehicles?
Addressing robberies at FDIC-protected financial institutions and armored vehicles
What should happen if DC 911 confirms a false alarm prior to the officer's arrival in the area?
Officers will proceed to the designated area to meet the employee.
What is the primary officer expected to do upon meeting the employee in the designated area?
Debrief with the employee.
Who will advise the officer of the designated area's location when a false alarm is confirmed by DC 911?
DC 911
What will officers be advised to do if DC 911 confirms a false alarm?
Proceed to debrief with the employee in the designated area.
What action should responding officers take if DC 911 determines an alarm is false before their arrival?
Secure the area and await further instructions.
What is the purpose of a Man Trap in a building according to the text?
To trap a person between two locked doors preventing them from leaving
When responding to a silent alarm at a financial institution or pharmacy, what does the OPD policy state regarding officers entering the building?
Officers should not enter until the alarm is verified as an actual crime in progress
What is the function of Bait Bills as defined in the text?
Pre-recorded, serial numbered currency from tellers’ cash drawers
Why might officers struggle to identify a false alarm at certain financial institutions and pharmacies?
The buildings are non-traditional and employees are limited
What does a Signal 20 refer to in the context of police dispatch codes as per the text?
The activation of a GPS tracking device during a robbery
What is the primary aim of a Mobile Security Device (MSD) as per the text?
To track merchandise and vehicles for security purposes
What should DC 911 do after receiving a silent alarm call from a financial institution or pharmacy?
Initiate a call-back to confirm the alarm's validity
'Global Positioning System (GPS)' provides accurate information about which of the following?
Latitude, longitude, and altitude data
'Dye Packs' mentioned in the text are known for their ability to do what?
Mark stolen money with colored dye when triggered
What does a 'Mobile Unit / Electronic Satellite Pursuit (ESP)' system use, as described in the text?
Combination of cellular signals and global positioning for tracking devices disguised as bills or attached to medications
What is the purpose of a command officer responding to a Mobile Unit/ESP activation?
To set a perimeter in case of a foot pursuit.
What is one reason officers may find it challenging to determine which vehicle the Mobile Unit is in during a pursuit?
The vehicle may be going in a straight line for an extended period.
What do officers need to consider when determining whether to make a felony traffic stop on a possible suspect vehicle?
Whether the vehicle has followed the Mobile Unit for some time.
What is the key role of CIB officers once the Mobile Unit becomes stationary in a financial institution or pharmacy?
Using a handheld device tool to locate the Mobile Unit.
What should officers do if they suspect that a Mobile Unit/ESP may have been placed in an unsuspecting person's vehicle by suspects?
Request assistance from CIB officers to locate the Mobile Unit.
What role does DC 911 have regarding a stationary Mobile Unit in a financial institution or pharmacy?
Following OPD procedures regarding Silent Alarm Response.
"One such method used by criminals to deactivate dye packs is to dunk them into ___ or other liquids." Fill in the blank:
'paint'
"CIB should be notified and dispatched with the handheld device tool used to locate the Mobile Unit." What does this handheld device tool help with?
Limiting search based on the signal sent by the Mobile Unit.
What should officers do if DC 911 confirms a real alarm and the suspect(s) have left the alarmed facility?
Maintain a position of concealment and protective cover to observe the perimeter.
What is the recommended approach for plainclothes officers who respond to silent alarms?
Take a position of concealment and protective cover.
What action is required if a Mobile Unit/ESP is activated, as per the text?
Switch to an encrypted radio channel and track the device's movement.
What does a Man Trap serve as within a building's security system?
A physical barrier to prevent unauthorized entry or exit.
What is the primary function of FBI agents arriving at bank robbery locations?
To coordinate with local authorities for investigations.
How do FBI agents respond to bank robberies according to the text?
They remain in plainclothes and secure the perimeter.
What role do plainclothes officers assume when responding to silent alarms?
Maintaining concealment and protective cover.
What is the primary responsibility of plainclothes officers who respond to silent alarms?
To advise DC 911 about their tactical location.
What should officers do if they observe suspicious activity around an alarmed facility without confirmation of alarm status?
Request DC 911 to place another call for alarm status.
What is one of the duties of DC 911 upon activation of a Mobile Unit/ESP as per the text?
Provide real-time location updates on the device.
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