The three proactive tactics I have chosen to write about that are used to enhance traditional patrol techniques are listed below.
1. Decoy Operations
Sometimes the officers try to blend in, while on patrol and wear regular clothes depending on what is needed at the time. This allows the officers to catch the criminal in action without the criminal even knowing they are present. In a small way, the officers are playing a role somewhat like an actor would. They are often disguised as a potential victim such as the elderly, or a tourist or whatever else has been the target of crime lately. They wait until the criminal strikes, then backup will come in and assist and apprehend while the crime is being committed. I think