SWAT
The SWAT topic page gives tactical officers and police officers who want to join the ranks of these elite special units a wide variety of news, tips, columns and commentary to achieve the objective.
From marksmanship and physical testing to decision-making under pressure, here’s how one agency refined its SWAT selection process
The 8th Circuit upheld officers’ use of force in Aden v. City of Bloomington, citing Graham factors and qualified immunity
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A Fort Worth woman first called 911 to say she had fallen several days ago and called again saying she would shoot anyone entering
After determining the threat level and reviewing available intelligence, pick the most appropriate tactical team entry tactic
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Maintaining your situational awareness will provide good judgment, clear analysis, and proper decisions as you face the tactical challenges of a barricaded gunmen
The “3 Cs” can increase the chances of successful decision-making and scene management during these complex incidents
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Advanced protective helmets are essential, providing crucial protection while being lightweight and comfortable enough for extended wear
Explore the top tactical pants designed to provide the flexibility, comfort and durability needed for every scenario
Whether investigating suspicious packages, or searching structurally unstable infrastructure, robots can take on the risks once posed to humans
“We were supposed to get a face-to-face briefing with the Secret … and that never happened,” said Jason Woods of the Beaver County SWAT team
Senior Cpl. Segus Jolivette served as a SWAT negotiator with the Lafayette Police Department; he leaves behind his wife and five daughters
An account told through the eyes of those at the center of the events of July 7, 2016, when five Dallas police officers were ambushed and killed and 11 injured
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Products designed to make your job easier that you won’t regret purchasing or upgrading
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An officer found the man standing over the woman with a knife to her chest; the officer can be heard yelling, “Get off her!” and “Drop it!” before firing one round, killing the man
Force-on-force training is valuable when realistic but can be fraught with danger if not done with a laser focus on safety
The purpose of the challenge is to improve relationships between dive teams from law enforcement and fire/EMS agencies
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From waterproof boots to Cat Crap (yes, really), here’s some essential gear to add to your SWAT toolkit
From breaching tools to ballistic shields, the array of options is vast and varied; these tools not only enable officers to gain entry more effectively but also offer enhanced protection
In an era of constrained budgets, this guide illuminates the path for agencies to acquire armored vehicles, vital for officer protection and tactical advantage in high-risk situations
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Find the perfect pair of tactical glasses with our expert recommendations, focusing on safety, optical clarity and advanced protection
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Explore the evolving tactics, training and technology reshaping SWAT teams today with the National Tactical Officers Association’s Thor Eells
As technology continues to advance, the integration of systems like Robot as First Responder will cause a fundamental transformation in policing
Understanding and implementing the M.A.R.C.H. algorithm is essential for officers to effectively prioritize and manage life-threatening injuries in tactical emergency situations
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