Jeremiah Lloyd

Delaware State Police Police Accountability Committee Minutes

The meeting commenced with introductions, including welcoming a new committee member and noting the departure of another. Key discussions included the implementation of the motion to rename troop detective roles to community engagement troopers, and forwarding SPEAR Hot Spot information. The presentation on the Delaware State Police Academy covered its history, training phases, and the incorporation of mental wellness; a motion was passed unanimously to incorporate the Muslim culture into the cultural diversity course. The Pre-Arrest Diversion Program (PDP) overview confirmed its expansion to all troops, and discussions centered on resource needs and outreach to other police departments. Open discussion topics included ICE updates, deeper review of the police recruitment and hiring process, particularly concerning officers hired from other states, and de-escalation techniques.

Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.