Michigan Deputy Defends Against Encroaching Attacker

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a critical incident where a shoplifting suspect escalated to violence, leading to an officer-involved shooting. It highlights the importance of situational awareness in transitional spaces like Walmart, the legal standards for use of deadly force against fleeing felons (citing Graham v. Connor and Tennessee v. Garner), and the tactical considerations for law enforcement when facing an armed and dangerous suspect. The analysis emphasizes the irrationality of escalating a minor offense into a life-threatening situation.

This entry details tactical lessons derived from an NYPD badge cam incident, emphasizing the importance of recognizing suspect indicators like 'protecting' gait and the need for visible hands. It critiques departmental equipment failures, such as the lack of lapel mics and outdated radio holsters, and discusses marksmanship considerations like red dot sights. The analysis is presented with the authority of an experienced firearms instructor, offering critical insights into real-world law enforcement scenarios.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia and Mike Willever, analyzes a critical incident where an officer's life was threatened during a stolen vehicle investigation. It highlights the importance of LPR technology, tactical decision-making during felony stops, and effective weapon retention techniques when facing armed suspects. The analysis emphasizes the need for officers to recognize that any suspect can be armed and to be prepared for immediate lethal threats.

This video showcases a Houston Police officer's effective deployment of an AR-15 pattern patrol carbine during a high-stress incident. The analysis, provided by tactical experts John Correia and Mike Willever, highlights the carbine's advantages over a handgun at distance and emphasizes proper positioning and communication. The incident also demonstrates the critical role of ballistic shields in suspect apprehension.

This expert analysis, drawing on the experience of former federal agents and professional instructors like John Correia and Mike Willever, breaks down a critical incident in Surprise, Arizona. It highlights the extreme dangers of domestic violence calls and provides a tactical breakdown of an officer's rapid response, precise shooting, and effective malfunction clearance under duress using a Sig Sauer P320 with a red dot optic.

This video provides a tactical breakdown of an officer-involved shooting in Niles Township, Michigan, analyzed by law enforcement veteran Mike Willever. It highlights the critical danger of 'hidden hands' and emphasizes the importance of rapid threat assessment and transition between less-lethal and lethal force options. The analysis includes reaction time comparisons, malfunction clearance, and essential post-incident procedures (TAP-IFS), offering valuable insights for law enforcement training.

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.