On the 26th – 27th of June, 2019, in Liepaja there was taken place for two-days teaching/ training seminar on safe police bike patrolling and use of individual body cameras of the INTERREG V-A Latvia-Lithuania Programme 2014-2020 supported project “The development of safety services by strengthening communication and cooperation capacity between the local government and police authorities”, SCAPE LLI -269. 30 police staff members from Lithuania and Latvia participated in the two-days teaching/ training seminar which was provided by VAZ Global Netherlands (Community Policing Experts). First day of the event took place inside the State police of Latvia Kurzeme regional department; and the second day was run in outdoor conditions on bicycles.
Police officers got chance to train in different conditions and gain experience on bike use as police tool for catching offenders as well as a self defense instrument. Some theoretical input was detailed on preparing bike to make sure that police officer is self-confident during the shift.
On the side of use of individual body cameras police officers gained information how useful is to get evidences as well as it is very helpful to observe all situation. There were great practical suggestions to keep in mind and introduce to future responsibilities.