SIG Sauer Inc. has announced that the El Monte (CA) Police Department has selected a full package of SIG Sauer products to create a solution for the department's mission. The package includes pistols, rifles, suppressors, and electro-optics.
Founded in 1912, the El Monte Police Department's 123 sworn officers serve an area 12 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. Initiated through the department's SWAT division, SWAT Team Leader Sgt. Mark Snook began the acquisition process with handguns in both 9mm and 45 auto from various manufacturers as well as a rifle and suppressor package in 5.56 NATO. SIG Sauer submitted the latest version of the SIG MCX rifle equipped with an SRD556 suppressor.