Episode 952: Cops Are Severely Undertrained - But Why… And What Are The Consequences?

In this episode of the Street Cop Podcast, host Dennis Benigno,
founder and CEO of Street Cop Training, welcomes law enforcement
expert Jeffrey Wenninger. With 33 years of experience, including
a distinguished career as a lieutenant with the LAPD, Jeffrey
provides deep insights into the challenges and advancements in
police practices today.


Join Dennis and Jeffrey as they explore crucial topics such as
crowd management, use of force, and the importance of effective
training in fostering public trust. Jeffrey shares his solutions
for addressing modern law enforcement issues, the impact of poor
training, and highlights from his new book aimed at enhancing
safety and integrity in policing. Whether you’re a law
enforcement professional or simply interested in the evolving
landscape of policing, this episode is a must-listen for anyone
invested in creating safer communities. Tune in for expert advice
and practical strategies to navigate the complexities of today’s
law enforcement environment!





Timestamps: 00:01:41:03 - 00:06:14:11 Jeffrey’s
background 00:06:14:11 - 00:13:00:18 Working in corrections &
physical standards 00:13:00:18 - 00:33:40:15 Jeffrey’s solutions
for the modern problems in law enforcement 00:33:40:15 -
00:54:24:05 Challenges Jeffrey faced in implementing his
solutions 00:54:24:05 - 01:05:23:18 Low levels of competency in
law enforcement 01:05:23:18 - 01:10:04:15 The cost of poor
training & Jeffrey’s new book 01:10:04:15 - 01:10:19:11 Outro