Episode 24 - LSO's Tactical Response Unit (TRU)
First published
08/21/2023
Genres:
government
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Summary
LSO's Tactical Response Unit or TRU Team has grown into a highly trained, organized, and equipped group within the office. Tasked with everything from high-risk warrant service to rescue and recovery - they are the responders front line deputies call for emergency support. Investigator Jeremy Schwarz sat down with Sheriff Wagner, Chief Deputy Houchin, and Captain Vik to discuss the unit's role, history, and modern day operations at LSO. Jeremy's path to LSO. The TRU Team's humble beginnings. Why "TRU"? Growth and changes over the years. TRU today. Members and positions. Equipment loadouts. Examples of deployments. TRU selection and training. How the TRU makes Lancaster County safer. Interoperation with other SWAT teams.
Duration
47 minutes
Parent Podcast
The 902 Podcast
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