Branford Police Department's innovative problem-solving methods and current crime reducing technologies drew a visit from seven high ranking members of the Polish National Police yesterday, through a policing cooperative exchange fostered by the University of New Haven.

The delegation included two Generals who operate as the organization's Second in Command of the agencies 100,000 police officers and 20,000 support civilians; and five Colonels who oversee major divisions, including State Provinces, Investigative Service, Training Academy and International Cooperation.

Branford Police Department was chosen to host the Polish Commanders because of the innovative problem solving methods, and current technologies that are being used by the Department to reduce crime.

After presentations by Chief Kevin Halloran and Captain Geoffrey Morgan, the delegation toured The Thimble Islands on Long Island Sound with members of the Branford Police Department's Marine Unit.