New York Officers Force A Psychological Stop
This Active Self Protection video analyzes a New York Police Department incident where officers responded to a domestic violence call. The suspect, initially calm, suddenly attacked an officer with a 13-inch kitchen knife. Despite missing all shots, Officer Ahmad's three rounds caused a 'psychological stop,' leading the suspect to surrender. The analysis highlights the speed of knife attacks, the importance of scanning priorities (eyes, hands, waist), and the challenges of drawing from retention holsters under extreme stress.









