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Falling into the GAP

KUT In a report released by the city auditor's office Wednesday, researchers said in the vast majority of cases where data indicated officers may need additional training or support, none was recommended. Researchers with the city auditor's office have found that a system the Austin Police Department uses to signal when an officer may need additional support or guidance does not work, according to a report released Wednesday. “The Austin Police Department’s early intervention system does not fulfill its mission to effectively identify officers who may need assistance and connect officers ...

City audit report: APD program failing to identify, assist officers By FOX 7 Austin Digital Team Published  AUSTIN, Texas - An Austincity auditor's report says an Austin Police Department program is failing to identify officers and get them needed support and training. The Guidance Advisory Program identifies officers whose work performance may be suffering. It tracks indicators like use-of-force incidents, interal affairs complaints, and use of sick leave. The goal is to intervene early so that officers can protect Austin safely and effectively. The city auditor report says the GAP system d...