SAME PROBLEMS. SAME LOCATIONS. SAME CALLS.

Sound familiar?

Every police officer knows the frustration of responding to the same problems over and over again.

We handle the call, address the immediate issue, and move on. But before long, we’re right back dealing with the same thing.

What if we could break that cycle?

That’s where the SARA Model comes in.

SARA (Scanning, Analysis, Response, and Assessment) is a proven problem-solving approach that helps law enforcement identify recurring problems, understand what’s causing them, develop solutions, and determine what’s actually working.

And it’s not just for crime analysts or command staff. Patrol officers, investigators, supervisors, and community partners all play an important role.

The goal isn’t simply to respond to the next call. It’s to reduce the need for that call in the first place.

Swipe through these five graphics to see how the SARA Model can help turn recurring problems into lasting solutions.

Smarter Policing. Safer Communities.