Miami-Dade police and city police departments in Miami are set to receive new, state-of-the-art body armor from Israel. This advanced gear, obtained through the efforts of former Commissioner Sally Heyman, will provide enhanced protection and cyber security technology for law enforcement officers. The innovative body armor, customized for optimal safety and flexibility, will ensure officers have the best equipment while serving and protecting the community. Be the first to learn about this groundbreaking development.
Miami-Dade Police to Receive State-of-the-Art Body Armor from Israel
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Miami-Dade police and several city police departments in Miami are set to receive new, state-of-the-art body armor from Israel. This innovative gear was discovered during a visit to Israel by former Miami-Dade Commissioner Sally Heyman and Miami-Dade police department assistant director Rosanna Cordero-Stutz. Impressed by its advanced cyber security technology and protective enhancements, Heyman took it upon herself to secure this high-tech armor for the officers.
A total of 102 sets of head-to-toe body armor were obtained from Israel, with 80 sets going to Miami-Dade police and the remaining 20 sets being distributed among police departments in North Miami, Miami, Coral Gables, and the county's corrections department. Heyman, who has always prioritized public safety throughout her career, emphasized the importance of providing the best equipment for law enforcement officers. She stated, "If you ask anybody what's the most important thing for them, it's their public safety when it comes to dealing with government. This is just one more way to do it. I don't think anything is more important for us public servants than to take action when it's available or pursue what could be available and bring it home to our streets. I'm glad we're the first."
The deal negotiated by Heyman amounted to approximately $67,000 for the 102 units, which was funded through the county budget. Christopher Corothers, deputy director of the Miami-Dade police department, highlighted the customization options that were requested for the body armor. He explained, "That was an actual customized request for the purpose of this gear. In addition to the innovative technical abilities with the force dispersion, there was the fact that our extra safety and protection from ballistics was included with this design. That is really the key takeaway for an officer's safety."
Ramon Hernandez, a member of the Miami-Dade police department's Rapid Response Force, expressed his admiration for the new body armor's lightweight and flexible design. He stated, "This is a little more lightweight than when we are wearing our body armor. It's lightweight. It's flexible." This cutting-edge technology will provide South Florida officers with increased confidence and protection while out in the field.
Miami-Dade police and the city's police departments are proud to be the first in the country to receive this enhanced body armor from Israel. Thanks to the efforts of Commissioner Sally Heyman, law enforcement officers in Miami will now have access to the latest advancements in protective gear, ensuring their safety and enhancing their ability to serve and protect the community.
