Officer Involved Incident Shows How Fast Everything Can Go South | Active Self Protection

This expert-level analysis, presented by John Correia of Active Self Protection, breaks down a real-world defensive encounter. It details a picture-perfect disarm of an armed robber, emphasizing tactical decision-making, weapon control, and the critical use of deadly force. The video highlights the importance of situational awareness, the limitations of open carry, and the effectiveness of concealed carry in such violent confrontations.

This guide, based on analysis from Active Self Protection CEO John Correia, details how to handle a firearm malfunction during a defensive encounter and the tactical considerations of a 'battlefield pickup.' It emphasizes the importance of emotional fitness and situational awareness when a primary weapon fails and a secondary is needed. The analysis highlights that acquiring a secondary weapon from the floor is a more common occurrence in civilian gunfights than performing a tactical reload.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring hosts John Correia and Mike Willever, analyzes a critical incident where a Pinal County Sheriff's Deputy confronted a man armed with a machete. The expert analysis highlights the deputy's effective threat assessment, use of a weapon-mounted light, and decisive action in neutralizing the imminent threat. It underscores the volatility of domestic calls and the importance of rapid threat recognition in rural policing environments.

This video from Active Self Protection, featuring John Correia and Stephannie Weidner, analyzes a real-life robbery incident to illustrate fight-or-flight responses and the importance of situational awareness and training. It highlights how individuals react differently under stress and emphasizes the benefits of proactive preparation, such as 'staging' a firearm, to improve defensive outcomes. The analysis also touches on tactical considerations for armed citizens facing threats.

This entry analyzes a tragic Arizona traffic stop that escalated into a shootout, offering insights from Active Self Protection's John Correia and Mike Willever. The analysis covers the critical decision-making points for both the suspect and law enforcement, highlighting the complexities of high-risk stops and the psychological burden of using lethal force. It also features the Mantis Titan X smart laser training pistol as a tool for home practice.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a critical incident where bystanders and law enforcement intervened to stop a wanted murderer. Featuring insights from John Correia and Mike Willever, the analysis covers the suspect's actions, a crucial bystander intervention, and the subsequent police engagement. It highlights gear like the SCCY CPX-2 and Black Arch Protos-M holster, offering tactical lessons on situational awareness and use of force.

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.