The Blue View: How Uber Partners with Law Enforcement to Keep Communities Safe
In this episode of The Blue View, National FOP President Patrick Yoes sits down with Heather Childs, Uber’s Global Head of Law Enforcement Operations, to discuss how Uber is working hand-in-hand with police agencies across the country.
From real-time emergency responses and 24/7 law enforcement support to powerful success stories in cases of human trafficking, terrorism, and elder fraud, Uber has become an unexpected ally in public safety. Learn how Uber’s Law Enforcement Response Team (LERT) provides officers with critical tools and resources to solve crimes quickly and effectively.
Together they discuss:
- Why Uber is committed to public safety
- How officers can access Uber’s law enforcement portal (LERT.Uber.com)
- Examples of cases solved with Uber’s help — from kidnappings to financial fraud
- How Uber’s former law enforcement professionals work behind the scenes
- Training opportunities and resources available for agencies
Law enforcement officers have one of the toughest and most dangerous jobs in the United States. The brave men and women of law enforcement are charged with the enormous responsibility of keeping our streets and neighborhoods safe.
Be sure to tune in to Blue View, a weekly podcast presented by the National Fraternal Order of Police, to hear from law enforcement experts, elected officials, and other notable leaders to gain insight into the issues and current events surrounding the law enforcement community. Each episode will leave you with a better understanding of what law enforcement officers face daily. Together, we can rebuild the trust between police officers and the communities they serve.
