UTA program helps officers ID riders with 'invisible disabilities'

SALT LAKE CITY — Sometimes a police officer taking a few moments to observe an individual's behavior can make the difference between resolving a problem or creating a major incident."People on the autism spectrum often engage in behaviors that can be misinterpreted," said UTA Transit Police Chief Fred Ross. "They won't look you in the eye, they won't talk to you and it can mimic the behavior of someone who is trying to elude the police."To help on those situations, the Utah Transit Authori