Police Assisted Suicide and Suicide by Cop have long-term, often devastating effects on those involved. In a Suicide by Cop incident, law enforcement officers become unwilling executioners for suicidal individuals or criminals who cannot face the lawful consequences of their apprehension. Part 1 of this telecourse series includes: background information on the phenomenon and the behavior of Suicide by Cop subjects; information gathering strategies and assessment tools for Call Intake Personnel; and profiles of two incidents narrated by the actual officers involved.