How do you use your patrol vehicle to provide cover while under fire, and do certain areas of the vehicle offer more or less protection? There is no clear-cut answer that could apply to every scenario. As with any form of cover, it depends on the situation and terrain.
In this video, Dustin Mowery, a product specialist at Team Wendy , shares his insights on how to best use a patrol vehicle for cover. He is a retired cop who served 27 years in law enforcement in Ohio.
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The importance of mobility and not getting "glued" to a single piece of cover during an engagement.
Why officers should get off the vehicle and maintain a weapons distance away to avoid shrapnel and improve mobility.
The need for officers to be dynamic and aggressive in their shooting and focus on practical or performance-based training to improve shooting skills .
How the location of the gunfight during a traffic stop can vary, but officers should move to the rear of the vehicle to avoid the suspect's cone of fire.
The importance of mobility and being able to maneuver to different pieces of cover as the situation changes.
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