This week I sit down with Davin Cole, a retires Leo of 33 years and does he have a story, full of good times and bad, failure, shame and redemption. Davin openly discusses his addiction to opioids after sustaining an injury during K-9 training. That injury and the subsequent addiction to pain meds would bring him to some really dark places, one of them being in the back of a patrol car charged with armed robbery. Sit back and give this episode a listen, experience Davins vulnerability, shame and road back to redemption. We are not our past, you get a vote everyday on how you are to live your life, make it count! Until next week, take care of yourself and each other, God Bless, John

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In my 33-year journey through law enforcement, I've proudly served as a Deputy Sheriff with the San Francisco Sheriff’s Department (SFSD) and for 29 years as a Police Officer, Sergeant, and Acting Lieutenant with the San Francisco Police Department (SFPD). My career has been a tapestry of rich experiences, from law enforcement operations to criminal investigations and specialized realms like Tactical Unit K9 handler, Gang Enforcement, and Robbery Abatement.

As the Lieutenant for our Homeless Outreach Unit (HSOC), I embraced the complex challenge of crafting and implementing strategies and policies that placed human dignity, empathy, support, and rehabilitation at their core. My dedication to uplifting the homeless and those struggling with addiction saw me coordinating a pioneering deflection and pre-arrest diversion program (LEAD). This work wasn't done in isolation—it flourished through robust collaboration with multiple city agencies and community organizations, melding diverse perspectives to empower individuals toward a brighter, self-sustained future.

As a certified CA POST instructor, I specialize in Procedural Justice and Implicit Bias, pivotal areas that shape the very foundation of equitable law enforcement. I also lend my experience as an instructor for Crisis Intervention Tactics (CIT) and de-escalation, empowering officers with the skills to navigate critical incidents with a profound respect for life and human dignity, and also as a certified Police K9 Trainer and expert in K9 Policy.

Now, as the Executive Director of Law Enforcement Engagement for Higher (thehigher.net), I infuse my on-the-ground insights into the realm of predictive analytical assessments. Our goal is transformative: Implementing advanced predictive technologies to proactively identify and support officers at risk, preventing the path to misconduct and fostering a culture of accountability and integrity within your ranks.

My journey has also seen me evolve into a passionate public speaker and advocate for the silent battles within law enforcement. I use my personal experiences to relentlessly promote wellness programs that confront addiction and Post-Traumatic Stress Injuries (PTSI), ensuring our law enforcement professionals are psychologically equipped to serve.

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