Officer Shows Great Heart But Makes Tactics Mistakes Leading to Bad Injury

This entry details a law enforcement officer's account of responding to a subject armed with a knife and a blow dart gun. It covers de-escalation attempts during a 45-minute standoff, the strategic use of cover, and the eventual deployment of a Taser for subject incapacitation. The narrative highlights the importance of backup, situational awareness, and understanding subject behavior in high-stress encounters, drawing on the experienced perspective of the speaker.

This guide details the principles of appendix carry, a concealed carry method favored for its speed and accessibility. It highlights three key reasons for its adoption: exceptionally fast draw times, maximum accessibility in various scenarios (including vehicle or ground fighting), and its role as a motivator for maintaining physical fitness. The technique emphasizes proper holster placement and drawing mechanics.

This entry analyzes a critical incident captured by an Axon Flex 2 body camera, detailing a suspect's violent attack with a kitchen knife on a Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department officer. Experts John Correia and Mike Willever provide an in-depth breakdown of the encounter, emphasizing the importance of the reactionary gap, suspect pre-attack indicators, and the critical need for rapid weapon deployment from a retention holster like the Safariland ALS. The analysis highlights the speed of the attack and the officer's survival due to immediate partner response and effective training.

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 video analyzes a use-of-force incident captured on an Axon Body 3 camera in Akron, Ohio. Experts John Correia and Mike Willever critically examine the officer's actions, the suspect's behavior, and the tactical decisions made. They discuss the 'totality of circumstances,' the concept of 'furtive gestures,' and the officer's marksmanship, highlighting the importance of de-escalation and proper training in high-stress situations. The analysis emphasizes the critical review of split times and hit ratios in officer-involved shootings.

This video, featuring John Correia of Active Self Protection, analyzes a scenario involving an individual exhibiting signs of excited delirium. Correia, drawing on his crisis intervention training and tactical background, breaks down the behavior, identifying it as a state of severe agitation and confusion potentially induced by drugs or mental illness. The analysis highlights the importance of recognizing these signs for officer safety and effective response during critical incidents.

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.