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Chandler Police Train to Help, Not Harm | Tucson News
Chandler police are revolutionizing crisis response with specialized training that turns force into compassion—officers now simulate real-life scenarios like autism-related meltdowns, learning to listen, adapt, and de-escalate without handcuffs. Since launching in 2024, the Behavioral Health Unit has handled over 1,300 calls, from mental health emergencies to developmental disabilities, with near-zero use of force—even in high-risk cases. Led by Sergeant Matt Cacciola, the program’s core mission? Keep people safe and out of the criminal justice system. Four times a year, five officers and one…
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