Coulter: Oxford Report Will Strengthen County’s Response to Emergencies, Provide Answers to Families and Community

Pontiac, Mich. - Oakland County Executive Dave Coulter issued the following statement about the Oxford High School shooting after action report, which Guidepost Solutions released today:

"Oakland County is committed to taking an open and honest look at how we respond to emergency events, including active assailant incidents like the Oxford High School shooting. The county has held a robust schedule of training for our thousands of first responders during the last 15 years, but we know that there are always lessons to be learned and ways to strengthen our response to prevent and address these tragedies. We saw on that day how our first responders reacted with dedication and courage in the face of horrifying violence, and this report reinforces their immense bravery. It also includes important insights that will help us build on the comprehensive strategies we already have in place, and we hope it will provide some long-awaited answers for the families and community."