Bicycle Patrol Unit:
The Franklin Township Police Department maintains a two-officer Bicycle Patrol Unit that is utilized during special events, including community day celebrations, parades, and targeted enforcement initiatives. Officers assigned to the unit have received specialized bicycle patrol training and are certified in bicycle patrol operations. The Department currently operates four bicycles acquired through shared services agreements with Buena Borough and Newfield Borough. These bicycles have since been refurbished and fully equipped for patrol use.
Training and Firearms Unit:
The Franklin Township Police Department Training and Firearms Unit is comprised of officers with specialized expertise in firearms, conducted energy devices (Tasers), less-lethal options, handcuffing techniques, and officer self-defense. This unit is responsible for administering all mandatory firearms qualifications, active shooter training, and other required proficiency standards. Unit members maintain a comprehensive and organized training records system to ensure full compliance with New Jersey Attorney General Guidelines. As law enforcement training standards continue to evolve, this unit plays a critical role in preparing officers to meet modern policing challenges. Providing officers with current, relevant, and effective training is a top priority of the Department. One key initiative implemented by the unit is a monthly, department-wide training program conducted throughout the year. Each month focuses on a different topic, including human performance, active shooter response, first aid, and high-risk encounters. Emphasizing hands-on, scenario-based training enables officers to develop real-time decision-making skills and ensures they are prepared to safely and effectively respond to any situation encountered in the field.
Drone Unit:
The Franklin Township Police Department will establish a Drone Unit in 2026 to enhance operational capabilities and public safety. This two-officer unit will be responsible for operating an EVO Lite 640T Enterprise Premium drone, which is being acquired through forfeiture funding at no cost to taxpayers. The Drone Unit will be deployed to support critical incident response, missing persons investigations, and public safety operations during community events.
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