More Indian Ernie: Insights from the Streets

by Ernie Louttit

Retired Police Sergeant Ernie Louttit takes you back to the streets of Saskatoon in his second book, a street cop’s view of the realities of dealing with prostitutes, street gangs, drunk drivers, and other offenders. He gives people who are rarely exposed to crime a view of what policing “at the sharp end” is like, while acknowledging the struggles of those who are forced by circumstance to live in high-crime areas. The first point of contact for persons with mental illness and addictions is often the police, and Louttit highlights how changes in handling these individuals must occur. Other topics addressed in this fast-paced book include drugs and drug dealing, murder, changes in policing, and leadership. As before, Louttit looks at and comments on all this with empathy.

234 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2015

Reviews

[Ann · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a fantastic book, all the more so because of Ernie Louttit's extremely readable writing style. I enjoyed this even moreso than his first book, as he was now able to delve deeper. I came from this with a better understanding not only of police work, but also of the psychological and physical effects of being a first responder. Super recommended (especially if you live in Saskatoon!)