Medford, OR – The Medford Police Department recently conducted scenario-based training designed to prepare officers for high-risk encounters involving armed individuals and people experiencing mental health crises.
The exercises focused on stress inoculation, using MPD cadets as role players and Simunition training equipment to recreate realistic situations officers may face in the field.
The training emphasized de-escalation, communication and sound decision-making under pressure, while helping officers strengthen their critical thinking and teamwork during rapidly evolving situations.
The department thanked Southern Oregon University and its security team for allowing officers to use part of the campus for the exercises, highlighting the university’s continued partnership and support.