SPECIAL OPERATIONS > Tactical Unit K9   Bomb Squad   Tactical Unit   Chaplains   Aviation   Marine   Aquatics   Command Center The Lake County Sheriff’s Department Tactical Unit was formed to provide a highly trained, equipped and disciplined team of police officers capable of quickly and safely managing potentially hazardous situations. The Tactical Units high degree of versatility and specialized training allow it to be utilized in numerous law enforcement functions. The Tactical Team comprises of sixteen tactical (SWAT) officers, eight tactically trained paramedics, four negotiators and five marksmen. Tactical personnel are trained in and have handled a variety of situations including, hostage situations, barricaded gunmen, felons, mental subjects, VIP protection, high risk warrant service, rescue missions, jail disturbances, jail escapes, civil riots and raids on drug houses. The Tactical Team in its cooperative efforts has assisted numerous agencies in Northwest Indiana in training and establishing local emergency response teams. The Tactical Team has assisted and is available to assist local, state and federal agencies throughout the Northwest Indiana area. The Tactical Team is available for callout or training by contacting the: Lake County Sheriff’s Department at (219) 755-3333. SPECIAL OPERATIONS > Tactical Unit > Back to Top