Officers in a specialized unit riding bicycles around a neighborhood in which a crime pattern has occurred is an example of which type of tactical response employed by the police:

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This is an example of directed patrol, which involves officers being assigned to specific areas or locations where crime patterns have been identified. By patrolling on bicycles, the officers are able to have a more visible presence and may be more approachable to members of the community. This type of policing strategy has been shown to be more effective than random patrol, which does not target specific areas or crimes. Contacting victims directly, making field contacts, and clearing cases are all investigative techniques used to solve crimes, but do not directly relate to this type of patrol strategy.

Officers in a Specialized Unit Riding Bicycles Around a Neighborhood