What action might a BOLO alert prompt responders to take?

A BOLO alert, which stands for "Be On the Look Out," is issued to notify law enforcement and other responders about a specific individual or vehicle that may be involved in criminal activity or is of interest for public safety reasons. When responders receive a BOLO alert, the primary action they are expected to take is to search for the specified individual or vehicle. This may include actively patrolling areas where the individual or vehicle may be located, checking identification of people matching the description, or recovering a stolen vehicle.

The focus of a BOLO alert is on immediate response and awareness, making searching for the described target the most pertinent action. Other actions, while sometimes relevant in law enforcement, do not align with the urgent nature of a BOLO. For instance, community workshops or long-term surveillance strategies do not fit the immediate operational focus created by a BOLO alert, which demands prompt attention to potential public safety issues.