Phoenix Officer Ambushed By Emotionally Disturbed Man

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 expert analysis from Active Self Protection, featuring instructors John Correia and Mike Willever, breaks down a critical incident where an officer defended against a hammer attack. It highlights crucial tactical concepts like the OODA loop and the Tueller principle, emphasizing the importance of movement and accurate shooting under extreme stress. The analysis also covers the officer's self-inflicted injury and commends her determination.

This analysis from Active Self Protection, hosted by John Correia, breaks down a real-world self-defense incident where a clerk successfully defended against armed robbers. It highlights critical lessons on everyday carry, purposeful compliance, identifying 'go signals,' the importance of sighted fire over point shooting, and the consequences of staging firearms. The video emphasizes learning from mistakes to improve personal defensive strategies.

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 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 It critiques departmental equipment failures, such as the lack of lapel mics and outdated radio holsters, and discusses marksmanship considerations like red dot sights.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, analyzes a carjacking incident where a delivery driver was targeted. Correia, a recognized self-defense expert, emphasizes the critical importance of situational awareness and prioritizing escape using the vehicle as a primary tool. He strongly advises against engaging attackers through windshields due to unpredictable bullet deflection and warns against ever submitting to being moved to a 'second location,' highlighting the severe risks involved.

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.