OLETC is seeking volunteers to serve as role players/inmates for the 2008 Mock Prison Riot. Role players serve a vital role in the technology evaluation and training process for this event. Participating teams repeatedly tell us that the technology they utilize coupled with realistic role players are what make this event stand out.

Primarily we are looking for people to play the roles of inmates and hostages. Our scenarios vary greatly and are tailored as much as possible to what each participating team needs or requests. From the prison yard to the cell blocks to the dining hall – we may need only one or two inmates or we may need up to 15 to 20 for any given scenario. For 2008, we plan to execute nearly 70 scenarios over the 3-day Riot period.

Many participating teams prefer to utilize their own agency members as inmates, and we are always greatly appreciative of teams who are able to do this. However, as participation in the Riot has grown significantly over the past few years, there are still many teams who depend on us to provide inmates for their scenarios. This is where volunteer role players come in.

If you would like to be a role player, information for the 2008 Riot is as follows:

Days: Monday - Wednesday
Dates: 12-14 May 08
Time: 8 am – 5 pm each day
Location: The grounds of the former West Virginia Penitentiary in Moundsville
901 – 8th St., Moundsville, WV 26074

We are so very thankful to have such great technologists, teams, and volunteers who contribute to making this premiere, world-wide event such a tremendous success every year. Those who offer their time and talent to this event help shape the future of technology advancements and tactics in the law enforcement and corrections industry. Your consideration and participation are deeply appreciated.

To register as a role player for the Riot, please click here and make sure you check the box that states you are interested in being a role player.