Videos tagged with Imminent Deadly Threat

This video from Guns & Ammo's personal defense series focuses on the critical technique of transitioning between multiple attackers. It emphasizes legal considerations for using deadly force and provides practical advice on target acquisition and engagement when facing more than one threat. The instructor demonstrates methods for efficiently moving your aim from one assailant to another, including body mechanics for wider transitions.

This video analyzes a Walmart shooting incident, focusing on the legal and tactical aspects of using deadly force. It emphasizes that deadly force is only justified against an imminent deadly threat. Once an aggressor retreats, the threat ceases, and further use of force can lead to criminal charges, as demonstrated by the case where the woman was charged with aggravated assault for firing after the initial threat had passed.

This video discusses the strategic use of verbal challenges during a sudden assault. While a clear verbal command can turn bystanders into witnesses and offer the attacker an opportunity to disengage, it is not always required or advisable, especially at contact distances where an imminent deadly threat exists. Instructor Kevin Michalowski emphasizes that legal benefits and de-escalation potential do not outweigh the immediate risk of harm in close-quarters encounters.