A FULL PHOTO GALLERY BELOWBelow information provided by the Belleville Police ServiceThe Belleville Police Service’s Emergency Response Unit (ERU) handles high-risk operations, including tactical responses, barricaded persons, high-risk warrant executions, and search and rescue. In 2024, the unit:Executed 31 high-risk warrantsResponded to 3 barricaded personsConducted 2 search and rescue operationsCarried out 40 tactical deploymentsSeized 7 firearmsFrontline officers have had to take cover behind trees, vehicles, or other obstacles when responding to dangerous calls. The Community Rescue Vehicle (CRV) is a critical safety tool, supporting officers during high-risk operations and helping ensure the safety of both officers and the community. Mid-year 2025, statistics show increases in firearm-related incidents, highlighting the growing need for specialized equipment to protect our officers and our community. This is not a toy; it is a tool that allows the Belleville Police Service to safely manage dangerous situations and keep the community safe.