The Danville Police Department has announced that they are offering training for an active shooter event. The department is offering ALERRT(Advanced Law Enforcement Rapid Response Training), the training was developed by Texas State University.

The Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events(CRASE) course, which was designed and built on the Avoid, Deny, Defend(ADD) strategy developed by ALERRT in 2004. The course provides strategies, guidance, and a proven plan for surviving an active shooter incident.

Topics that will be covered include the history and prevalence of active shooter events, civilian response options, medical issues, and considerations for conducting drills. The course will be offered at the department on Friday, March 3, from 2:30-5 pm.

Space is limited for the course. To register call the department at 434-799-6520.