Lake Wales Police Department to Purchase Ballistic Shields Using State Grant
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Updated Aug 4
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What happened
The Lake Wales Police Department is purchasing 16 ballistic shields using $17,920 from the Edward Byrne Memorial State and Local Law Enforcement Assistance Grants. During a recent workshop, city commissioner Carol Gillespie questioned the department regarding its use of protective equipment, specifically raising concerns about its potential use for riot control.
From dailyridge.com
Why it matters
The purchase of protective gear represents a local government investment aimed at enhancing the department’s capacity to respond to violent encounters. The equipment is intended to protect officers during high-risk situations, such as active assailant incidents.
From dailyridge.com
Who's involved
- Carol GillespieCity commissioner who questioned the police department about equipment usage
- Lake WalesCity where the police department is purchasing the protective equipment
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The entities involved
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Carol Gillespie
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Lake Wales
city in Polk County, Florida, United States
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- Robin Gibson is Deputy Mayor and Keith Thompson is a Commissioner in Lake Wales.