About the SWAT Team
The Milledgeville Police Department Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) team is a collateral-duty unit composed of specially selected and trained officers who respond to incidents that exceed the capabilities of standard patrol operations. SWAT members maintain their regular assignments and are activated as a team when critical incidents require specialized response.
MPD SWAT operates under the command authority of the Criminal Investigations Division and maintains close coordination with the Uniformed Patrol Division and neighboring jurisdictions.
Operational Capabilities
High-Risk Warrant Service
Execution of search and arrest warrants involving armed or violent subjects where the risk of injury to officers or civilians is elevated.
Barricade & Standoff Resolution
Containment and resolution of barricaded subject situations, including perimeter establishment and coordination with crisis negotiators.
Hostage Rescue
Tactical intervention for hostage and kidnapping situations, conducted in coordination with trained crisis negotiators.
Active Threat Response
Rapid deployment to active shooter and active threat incidents, including coordinated entry, suspect neutralization, and casualty care.
Dignitary & Event Security
Tactical support for high-profile events and dignitary visits requiring elevated security posture and threat assessment.
Narcotics Raid Support
Tactical entry and enforcement support for CID narcotics operations and multi-agency drug enforcement task forces.
Training & Standards
All SWAT operators are volunteers who meet rigorous physical and tactical selection standards. The team trains regularly on entry tactics, less-lethal deployment, crisis negotiation coordination, and medical response. MPD SWAT maintains compliance with Georgia POST standards and participates in joint training exercises with regional law enforcement partners.
SWAT Activation
The SWAT team is activated through the chain of command for qualifying critical incidents. In active emergencies, always call 911. SWAT is not a walk-in service and does not accept direct public requests for deployment.