National Police Association Podcast

Episode Summary:
In this episode of the National Police Association Podcast, Sergeant Betsy Brantner Smith sits down with Scott Lowry, a retired lieutenant from the Findlay, Ohio Police Department and an expert in active shooter response training. With a rich background in law enforcement and a passion for preparedness, Scott shares his journey from being inspired by his father’s police career to his current work in training first responders and communities to handle large-scale incidents effectively.

Key Topics Discussed:

• Scott Lowry’s law enforcement background and transition to active shooter response training
• The impact of Columbine on modern law enforcement strategies
• The evolution of police training and tactical medicine
• The Five Plus One Philosophy for active shooter response
• Challenges in coordination between police, fire, and EMS during crises
• The role of dispatch centers in managing emergency response
• How schools and communities can prepare and engage in safety planning
• Resources available through StrataSite and the Department of Homeland Security