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Policing Matters Podcast: How to ‘harden the target’ against ambush attacks

Jim and Doug discuss some of the ways in which officers can “harden the target” and prevent tragedy from befalling them on patrol

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Ambush attacks on police officers are undeniably on the rise in the United States. In 2016 alone, at least 20 officers were fatally shot in ambush attacks. In this week’s podcast segment, Jim and Doug discuss some of the ways in which officers can “harden the target” and prevent such tragedy from befalling them on patrol.

Policing Matters law enforcement podcast with host Jim Dudley features law enforcement and criminal justice experts discussing critical issues in policing