Peer-to-peer Support

One analyst from Miami attended the annual conference, the most impactful training event of the year for analysts from around the world. Attendees ranged from students to seasoned industry professionals, all with the goal of learning new techniques, strengthening their knowledge, and equipping their department for ongoing success. Among the courses offered were Crime and Intelligence Analysis; Real-World Case Studies; Investigative and Analytical Techniques; Statistical Analysis; Hands-On Computer Training; and ESRI’s ArcPro.

During this unique PSP peer exchange opportunity, five PSP site representatives were able to network at the USMS Headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, to learn about how to leverage their federal partnerships to improve investigations. Attendees discussed resources offered by local USMS offices, crime strategies, community and criminal justice collaborations, crime and displacement investigations, NIBIN, and eTrace.

On August 29, 2024, three Minneapolis attendees visited Jefferson County to tour its Communications Center (Jeffcom). Attendees had the opportunity to learn about Jeffcom’s operations, robust information technology (RapidSOS, Automated Secure Alarm Protocol, computer-aided dispatch) training, hiring, employee retention, and continual innovation.

The Miami Crime Gun Intelligence Center showcased its robust program and highlighted the following topics: machinegun conversion devices; straw purchaser cases; and a comprehensive workflow that spans receiving evidence, documenting and tracing firearms, performing test fires, and entering information into NIBIN. The peer exchange highlighted a phenomenal partnership with ATF that provides analytical support for properly investigating and prosecuting violent firearm offenders and tracking the adjudication of each case.

The East Baton Rouge District Attorney’s Office (EBRDA) hosted five sites for a unique peer exchange in which both prosecutor’s/district attorney’s office representatives and their crime analysts learned how they can collaborate and leverage their role in analytics to improve clearance rates. The EBRDA presented on how data is used in all aspects of its work: violent crime, opioids, juvenile group violence intervention, intimate partner violence, and bail/bond recommendations.

Facilitated peer-to-peer discussion group on changing culture. It was the first in a series of discussions on this topic. The featured speaker from Maine Department of Corrections gave examples of how they started changing the culture in their facility through a trauma informed approach.

The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) hosted 14 representatives from the Knoxville; North Miami, Florida; and Tucson Police Departments to learn about the LAPD’s COMPSTAT process. Participants were exposed to the entirety of the COMPSTAT process, including the COMPSTAT Division command, the Rampart Division, the Chief’s Office, and many other elements, such as crime analysis and Real Time Crime Center support mechanisms. Key players were IIR SMEs from the LAPD, Intel Manager Jessica Statland and

SAKI Prosecution Working Group was hosted for SAKI Grantees. The discussion served as an opportunity to share information about evidence of 404(b) as it relates to sexual assault and other violent crimes. The TTA event also served as an opportunity to spark conversation amongst attendees about their experiences in this space.

SAKI Advocacy Working Group was hosted for SAKI Grantees. The discussion served as an opportunity for attendees to discuss successes and lessons learned in the advocacy realm as the SAKI program approaches the 10-year anniversary of its inception.