Police World Edition 2 2015

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Training with a SWAT team

“Relaxing after a long set of nights”

Gary with the Chicago Police Department helicopter

Gary outside the FBI buiding in Chicago

towards me, including members of the public, which despite what people think, have the utmost respect for police officers. After much discussion, the fact UK police do not carry guns was something they could not get their heads around. In fact, they found it quite disturbing that we would enter houses and stop cars whilst unarmed. I also made the front page of the Chicago News, with an article entitled ‘Gun Free PD’, which featured my visit and how different the styles of policing were in the respective countries. I have to say that although it was very clear to see that the methods were different the end result was the same - both being able to protect the civilians and bring offenders to justice. This was a trip of a lifetime and one that will stay in my mind forever. The IPA enabled me to participate in this exchange and to that I am truly grateful. I formed some great friendships and this truly showed the spirit of the IPA. Thank you IPA! Gary Watters , Rochdale Branch Do you want to have a similar experience? Visit: www.ipa-uk.org/ILDEP to find out more.

Gary with the honour guard for the South Suburban Chief Officers award night

At the helm

Gary is pictured with the platoom he was allocated to - including the Chief of police

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