Brookhaven, Georgia, like many municipalities, sees frequent encounters between law enforcement and individuals experiencing mental health crises. Recognizing the complexity of these situations, Brookhaven PD has committed to approaches that are both compassionate and grounded in data.

ForceMetrics played a key role in advancing the investigation when limited information was available. With the victim unable to provide clear details, the responding officer used Velocity™ to efficiently search for potential matches using only a name and familial relationship.

Captain Abrem Ayana of the Brookhaven Police Department opens up about his background, leadership philosophy, and the evolving role of policing in a modern community.