First and foremost, the recordings reveal that force is ugly. It is not the "one punch, hero wins, bad guy goes down," movie action the public has been conditioned to expect.
Police are not the enemy of the American public despite what the activists and media say.
As it turned out, this was a perfect example of the "bad assignment" that resulted in many positive outcomes.
Often ambush attacks are so sudden and violent the officer's doom seems certain, yet they manage to overcome the bushwhacking…but how?
When policymakers implement ridiculous rules that get people hurt, LEOs are the ones who have to deal with the consequences.
If you're asking "Why not," remind yourself about the risks you face every day.
Good intentions are not enough when we make decisions for criminal justice.
To prevent taking shallow breaths in stressful situations, make sure you practice and refresh your tactical breathing skills.
You create the ending of your own story, every call, every crisis, every day.
To be truly prepared for a situation on duty, you must have everything in its place, mentally and physically.