Cincinnati Police Expand Crisis Intervention Training Amid Mental Health Concerns

According to Cincinnati Police Department (CPD) officials, the department is significantly expanding its Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training program in response to a rising number of calls involving individuals experiencing mental health crises. The initiative aims to equip more officers with the skills and knowledge necessary to de-escalate situations and connect individuals with appropriate mental health services, reducing the likelihood of harmful outcomes. The expansion comes as Hamilto