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KEEPING UCONN SAFE, 24/7

PATROL

The Patrol Section is the backbone of the UCPD. It is the largest component of the department and led by a Police Captain. The section is made up of Connecticut POST certified police officers with the authority to enforce state and local laws (CGS 10a-156b), as well as being sworn constables in the Town of Mansfield.

These men and women are the first responders on the UConn campus, as well as in the town of Mansfield, 24 hours a day – 7 days a week. Patrol Officers respond to calls for police services and emergency 911 calls in the same way as any municipal police department.

In addition, officers work in partnership with members of our community in seeking out and resolving problems in order to enhance quality of life and University Safety.

Honor Guard

PAYING TRIBUTE IN UCONN’S NAME

The UCPD Honor Guard’s purpose is to represent the Department and the University at funerals, sporting events and other ceremonial occasions – adding to those occasions a level of pomp, professionalism, honor and respect.

It is our goal to portray a positive image to the community in which we serve. The Honor Guard is made up of highly trained and motivated members who are dedicated to this purpose.

Events include, but are not limited to, funerals for fallen police personnel, presentation of colors, parades, educational events, sporting events and various community ceremonies.
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For Honor Guard requests, please contact Lieutenant Lussier at 860-486-4800.

Motorcycle Unit

REVVING UP COMMUNITY LAW ENFORCEMENT

In October of 1990, the UCPD introduced its motorcycle unit. These highly maneuverable vehicles are indispensable for traffic control and enforcement. During sporting events and other high traffic occurrences, Motor Unit Officers have the ability to move through areas of traffic congestion and operate where standard patrol vehicles cannot.

These highly-trained Motor Unit Officers conduct traffic safety operations, enforce speed limits and act as escorts for visiting dignitaries and funeral processions, as well as assist with community programs and other special community events.

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Bike/ATV Units

GOING WHERE PATROL CARS CAN’T

The UCPD has a number of officers trained in the use of patrol bicycles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs). These pieces of equipment offer added maneuverability and increased visibility to the public in areas where patrol by vehicle may be difficult or impossible. Officers are trained in the use of the bikes and ATVs and undergo routine recertification.

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K-9 Unit

A SPECIAL BREED OF LAW ENFORCERS

The K-9 Unit provides trained police canine teams to assist in the prevention and detection of crime. Our teams help locate persons and contraband sought by the police to promote a favorable public image of the Department and to carry out other duties at hand.

A police K-9 and its handler are trained to search for missing persons, locate evidence and detect narcotics. The dogs’ keen sense of hearing and smell make the searching of buildings and other unknown areas much more effective and safer for law enforcement personnel.

The K-9s are the property of the Department but are cared for by the Officers themselves. Each team certifies yearly with the Connecticut State Police and the New England Police Administrators Conference (NESPAC).

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K-9 Olympics

THE K-9 OLYMPICS

The Connecticut K-9 Olympics is a decades-long tradition in CT law enforcement. The event is a daylong competition involving K-9 units from local police departments, UConn Police, CT State Police and the Department of Corrections.

Teams are evaluated during a competition in an arena-style setting. Areas of competition include, but are not limited to, obedience, obstacles, building search, marksmanship and a criminal apprehension drill.

Money raised through the sales of shirts, food and donations is then donated to local charities. Past recipients have included The Hometown Foundation, CT Special Olympics, “CHIPS” program, Shriners Children’s Burn Centers, Concerns of Police Survivors (COPS) as well as many other deserving charities. The K-9 Olympics are free and open to the public.