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Local officers no longer have to go back to the police station to complete paperwork following an incident. Mijas Council Local Police Department launched a new incident report vehicle (atestado), an essentially fully-equipped mobile office, which allows officers to take care of statements, reports, and administrative work on the spot, without having to return to headquarters.
What’s new in the unit
The vehicle is equipped with a workstation that includes a table and seating for officers as well as members of the public who are giving statements. It also has a laptop, printer, and dedicated lighting. A separate power supply allows the crew to operate anywhere they are needed.
Juan Carlos Cuevas, councillor for Local Police, insisted that this wasn’t simply another addition to their fleet. “We are not talking about just one vehicle. We’re talking about a tool which will allow our police officers to carry out all the procedures necessary without leaving the site of the intervention,” said Cuevas, adding that trips back and forth and paperwork would move more quickly.
Built to handle accidents, emergencies and other events
One van can cover traffic accidents, police checks, preventive operations and large public events. It also covers emergencies that require a permanent presence. Officers are able to stay on site and not have to return to the police station, making it more efficient.
The wheels are more than just paper
There is a separate storage area for police equipment that can be accessed during operations. A specification that includes GPS tracking, digital communication systems and interior and external cameras that can stream live footage, an information panel and equipment for cordoning-off areas, directing the traffic, releasing trapped people, fighting a fire and handling initial emergency responses.
The office is a combination of a police station, fire engine, and police van. Now, all the necessary tasks such as gathering testimony, drafting reports and checking records can be performed on-site. This reduces delays and allows Mijas officers to respond faster and more efficiently.
