Reasons why there wasn't an officer available for that intersection 1. LMPD is losing officers more quickly than can be replaced. 2. LMPD is a low morale department so people often resign unexpectedly or retire at minimum retirement age. 3. It takes 1-2 years for someone applying to LMPD to become a solo officer. 4. The academy and field training periods are ridiculously long for lateral transfers already having police experience. 5. LMPD's pay and benefits aren't competitive with many other departments