In October 2002, a 17 and 41 year old carried out a series of serial murders, killing 10 and wounding 3 others in what were described as random attacks against people doing every day tasks like pumping gas and mowing their lawn. We cover lessons from this large scale, multi-agency investigation with takeaways for individual cops and police leaders related to public relations, investigative rigor, and interagency cooperation.    Find us on social media (Facebook/Twitter/Instagram/YouTube) @TacTangents You can join the conversation in our <a href= "https://www.facebook.com/groups/2028624500723282/">Facebook Discussion Group</a>. Find all of our episodes, articles, some reading list ideas, and more on our website <a href= "http://www.tacticaltangents.com/">www.tacticaltangents.com</a> Like what we’re doing? Head over to <a href= "http://www.patreon.com/tactangents">Patreon</a> and give us a buck for each new episode. You can also make a one-time contribution at <a href= "https://www.gofundme.com/tactical-tangents">GoFundMe</a>. Intro music credit Bensound.com

159: What’s up with the beards? Setting and Enforcing Standards

Mike is a police SWAT team member, K9 handler, and tactical medic. Jim is an Air Force pilot with a background in close air support and combat search and rescue. Our goal is to elevate the conversation about all things tactical for public safety, military, and concerned citizens. Join us to hear lessons learned about decision making, critical thinking, problem solving, leadership, and teamwork.