NM Deputy Puts 50 Rounds On Vehicle Shooting At Him While Fleeing

Published on April 25, 2022
Duration: 16:20

This video details a high-intensity police pursuit in Santa Fe County, New Mexico, where a deputy engaged a fleeing suspect vehicle that was firing upon him. Hosts John Correia and Mike Willever, demonstrating high authority and expertise, analyze the deputy's actions, including deploying an AR-15 from his patrol vehicle and returning fire through his windshield. The analysis emphasizes the extreme difficulty and risks associated with shooting from a moving vehicle, highlighting the importance of fire discipline and stress management techniques like combat breathing.

Quick Summary

In a Santa Fe County pursuit, a deputy fired approximately 50 rounds from an AR-15 at a fleeing suspect vehicle. Experts analyze the extreme difficulty and risks of shooting through windshields, emphasizing fire discipline and stress management techniques like combat breathing.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Introduction and Sponsorship
  2. 00:47Pursuit and Rifle Deployment
  3. 01:38Exchange of Gunfire
  4. 07:38Outcome and Tactical Review
  5. 08:05Driving Safety and Intersections
  6. 11:16Shooting Through Windshields
  7. 12:42Fire Discipline and Combat Breathing

Frequently Asked Questions

What rifle did the deputy use in the Santa Fe County pursuit?

The deputy utilized an AR-15 style rifle, chambered in calibers like 5.56x45mm NATO or .223 Remington, equipped with a red dot sight and weapon-mounted light.

What are the risks of shooting through a vehicle windshield?

Shooting through a windshield significantly impacts accuracy due to point-of-aim shift and causes intense overpressure inside the cabin. It's a difficult tactic with a high risk of collateral damage.

What is 'combat breathing' and why is it important?

Combat breathing is a stress management technique involving controlled breathing to lower heart rate and improve focus during high-stress events, crucial for officers in pursuits.

What tactical lessons can be learned from this pursuit?

Key lessons include the importance of fire discipline, awareness of backstop, the difficulty of shooting from moving vehicles, and the need for stress management techniques like combat breathing.

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