

Key Events in the Evolution of SWAT and CNT - Chief Mike Albanese – Two Part Series
10 snips Sep 13, 2023
Chief Mike Albanese, retired LAPD officer with 37 years in law enforcement and 26 years in SWAT and Crisis Negotiation, discusses the evolution of SWAT and Crisis Negotiation Teams, including the origins of hostage rescue teams and preparations for the 1984 Summer Games in LA. He also shares stories about officers borrowing guns, challenges faced by the SWAT team, a training accident at Camp Pendleton, and leadership and training lessons learned in law enforcement.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
Evolution of SWAT and Crisis Negotiation Teams
01:43 • 16min
Genesis of Hostage Rescue Teams and Preparations for the 1984 Summer Games
17:57 • 24min
Officers Borrowing Guns and Community Outrage
41:51 • 2min
Changes and Challenges in the SWAT Team
43:35 • 2min
Training Accident at Camp Pendleton
45:11 • 4min
Leadership, Training, and Lessons Learned
48:58 • 21min