Archive for January, 2009
Force Science News #114: Should Officers See Video of Their Encounters? Force Science States its Case
In this issue:
I. Should officers see video of their encounters? Force Science states its case
II. Downed Officer Poll: What Would You Do?
III. Alert! Valuable workshop on lethal and less-lethal force coming up
IV. Want TASERs banned? Your chance to vote
Force Science News #113: New Study Explores Threats Posed by Prone Suspects
One of the most dangerous positions a suspect can assume on the ground is prone with his hands tucked under his body, either at chest or waist level. What’s hidden in those hands? And if it’s a gun, how fast can he twist and shoot if you’re approaching him?
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