NCJ Number
240950
Journal
Police Quarterly Volume: 15 Issue: 3 Dated: September 2012 Pages: 262-282
Date Published
September 2012
Length
21 pages
Annotation
This study examined the extent to which injuries to police officers have changed from 1996-1998 to 2006-2008.
Abstract
This study examines the extent to which injuries to police officers have changed from 1996-1998 to 2006-2008. Data were obtained from injury reports filed by sworn officers of the Milwaukee (Wisconsin) Police Department. Results indicated that the frequency and rate (injury incidents per officer) of officer assaults, other suspect-related injuries, and accidents declined during the study period. While the specification of the reasons for these changes remains a topic for future research, the decline in assaults and suspect-related injuries may well be a function of the increased availability and more routine use of less lethal technology, enhanced training, and the more common use of protective equipment. Abstract published by arrangement with Sage Journals.