Spring....I hit the like button on this one because your suggestion to expand CAHOOTS to 24-7 is an excellent idea.  Cahoots staff members are specifically trained to deal , and experienced in dealing, with individuals experiencing psychotic episodes.  Realistically, police officers can't be expected to have the same level of competence.  Additionally, officers are seen as a much greater threat by such persons so the interaction is far more likely to escalate.  Your suggestion is a very constructive one.  regards, Gary