The Fifth Circuit District Attorney’s Office in collaboration with the Mississippi Attorney General’s Office recently held a Domestic Violence Reporting Training for law enforcement agencies within the Fifth Circuit District.
The objective of the training, which was held at the Winona Community House, was to enhance officers’ skills and knowledge in utilizing domestic violence reporting software, effectively managing cases, and ensuring precise and prompt reporting. Each participating officer was eligible to receive eight credit hours for their participation in this training.
“We had a total of 55 officers attend,” Investigator Marcus Purnell said.
The day-long training consisted of analyzing cases, watching body camera footage of cases, and much more. Officers also had the opportunity to observe and analyze actual scenarios, enhancing their ability to recognize and respond to signs of domestic violence. The training was interactive, creating an engaging atmosphere that encouraged active participation of the officers.
Officers from seven counties and 11 departments attended the training event including, the Montgomery County Sheriff's Department, Winona Police Department, Carroll County Sheriff's Department, Attala County Sheriff’s Department, Kosciusko Police Department, Choctaw County Sheriff's Department, Ackerman Police Department, Grenada Police Department, Columbus Police Department, Weir Police Department, and Eupora Police Department.
Adam Hopper, District Attorney for the 5th Circuit Court District, expressed his intention of making this training an annual event.
