Officers Get New Partners In Effort To Decriminalize Mental Illness

The video discusses the challenges faced by police in handling mental health crises, highlighting incidents like the death of Daniel Prude. It introduces the concept of co-responder units, where police work alongside mental health clinicians, and the Marcus Alert system, which aims to reduce police involvement in mental health emergencies. The video also covers the role of crisis call centers and the Smart 9/11 app in managing such situations. It addresses systemic issues in the mental health system, such as bed shortages and the criminalization of mental illness, and suggests solutions to improve the current state.

What statistics are provided regarding fatal police shootings and mental illness?

What systemic issues contribute to the criminalization of individuals with mental health problems?