Cop Tackles Robber Armed With A Large Knife

This analysis from Active Self Protection breaks down a critical incident involving a knife-wielding suspect in New Orleans. Experts John Correia and Mike Willever discuss tactical considerations like maintaining distance, assessing suspect mobility, and the appropriate use of force, including less-lethal options. The video also highlights crucial post-incident medical procedures, specifically the application of a tourniquet for severe bleeding, emphasizing the importance of evidence-based training for law enforcement.

This analysis from Active Self Protection details a critical incident on a public bus in Aurora, Colorado. Hosts John Correia and Mike Willever break down the tactical challenges faced by officers responding to a knife-wielding suspect with a history of mental illness and substance abuse. The video highlights the limitations of Taser effectiveness at close range and the critical importance of officer restraint and decision-making under extreme duress. Expert commentary emphasizes the complexities of confined spaces and the necessity of lethal force when innocent lives are endangered.

This video analyzes a Houston Police Department incident where officers apprehended an armed robbery suspect. The analysis, presented with an analytical and professional tone by John Correia and Mike Willever, highlights the challenges of using less-lethal options like Tasers against suspects with loose clothing. It emphasizes the critical role of physical restraint techniques, such as the 'Office Linebacker' tackle, in resolving high-risk encounters without resorting to lethal force. The segment also briefly showcases the Phlster Enigma holster system.

This analysis of the Takar Smith shooting, presented by Active Self Protection, offers critical insights into de-escalation tactics during mental health crises. Experts John Correia and Mike Willever break down the incident, highlighting the challenges officers face when dealing with subjects exhibiting severe mental illness and weapon possession. The video emphasizes the importance of continuous verbal negotiation, the strategic deployment of less-lethal options, and the difficult decision-making process leading to the use of deadly force.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a critical incident in Brazil where an officer successfully de-escalated a knife-wielding assailant using a Taser. The analysis, led by John Correia and Mike Willever, highlights the importance of tactical positioning, understanding suspect behavior, and the proper deployment of less-lethal tools. It emphasizes that while effective, CEWs require lethal cover due to potential failure and the inherent risks of secondary injuries.

This video analyzes a unique armed robbery case in Los Angeles where a suspect, disguised in a bikini, was apprehended using a TASER by the LAPD. It highlights the failure of a clerk's pepper spray due to a slide-safety mechanism and critiques law enforcement's use of flashlights. The analysis emphasizes tactical lessons for both civilians and officers, including the importance of reliable safety designs on less-lethal tools and proper tactical lighting.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring analysis by John Correia, showcases a critical home defense scenario. A resident, who had owned her firearm for less than 24 hours, successfully intervened in a home invasion by neutralizing an intoxicated intruder. The incident underscores the importance of preparedness and the effective use of a firearm in a life-threatening situation.

This video showcases a 73-year-old jewelry store owner successfully deterring five armed robbers by drawing a .38 caliber revolver. The incident highlights the effectiveness of a firearm as a deterrent, as no shots were fired and the suspects fled immediately. The owner's actions and subsequent message emphasize the importance of self-defense preparedness for business owners. Expert analysis from Active Self Protection underscores the tactical implications of such encounters.

This expert guide from John Correia of Active Self Protection breaks down a self-defense incident, emphasizing the critical roles of Verbal Judo, maintaining distance, and establishing a defensive fence. It details how to use head and neck control for takedowns and ground control, offering practical insights for enhancing personal safety through evidence-based defensive training.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia, analyzes a self-defense incident where a store owner successfully countered an armed robbery. It details the critical moments of a counter-ambush, disarming the assailant, and emphasizes the importance of situational awareness and tactical advantage. The analysis highlights key defensive principles and warns against unnecessary re-engagement after a threat is neutralized.