Managing a Multijurisdictional Case: Sniper Investigation Lessons

This episode briefly discusses a comprehensive report titled "Managing a Multijurisdictional Case: Identifying the Lessons Learned from the Sniper Investigation," prepared by the Police Executive Research Forum (PERF). It offers an exhaustive review of the 2002 sniper investigation, drawing on over 100 interviews with law enforcement and government officials. The report serves as a guide for planning and managing high-profile, multi-agency criminal investigations, covering aspects like leadership, resource coordination, information management, media relations, and community engagement. It details successful strategies and challenges encountered during the sniper case, aiming to provide valuable insights and lessons for future incidents of similar complexity.