True Grit In Kern County

This analysis, presented by Active Self Protection experts John Correia and Mike Willever, dissects a critical incident involving a police officer in Youngstown, Ohio. It highlights significant tactical errors, including poor de-escalation, unprofessional conduct, and a dangerous weapon retention crisis. The video emphasizes the crucial need for physical fitness and emotional control for law enforcement officers to effectively manage volatile situations and avoid escalating encounters.

This video analyzes a critical incident where an officer in Dayton, Ohio, was shot by a suspect but survived due to exceptional composure and tactical response. Experts John Correia and Mike Willever break down the officer's actions, including returning fire, calling for backup, and maintaining scene control while severely wounded. The analysis highlights the importance of emotional fitness and tactical decision-making under extreme duress.

This video provides a tactical analysis of an officer-involved shooting incident in Indianapolis, Indiana. Experts like John Correia and Mike Willever break down the suspect's background, the officers' response, and the critical decision-making process leading to the use of force. The analysis emphasizes the importance of clear commands, threat assessment, muzzle discipline, and the immediate transition to medical aid, offering valuable lessons for law enforcement professionals.

This video from Active Self Protection analyzes a critical incident where an officer was ambushed during a traffic stop. It highlights the importance of avoiding complacency, maintaining emotional fitness under extreme stress, and utilizing tactical cover like the B-pillar. The analysis, led by experts John Correia and Mike Willever, also covers the benefits of red dot sights, the use of suppressive fire, and the critical need for immediate access to IFAK supplies.

This analysis from Active Self Protection breaks down a critical incident where an officer was ambushed outside a police station. Experts John Correia and Mike Willever provide high-level tactical insights, emphasizing situational awareness, the importance of maintaining an advantageous position, and the physiological effects of different types of gunshot wounds. The instruction highlights the necessity for officers to be mentally and spiritually prepared for immediate threats.

This analysis, presented by Active Self Protection hosts John Correia and Mike Willever, breaks down an officer-involved shooting in Phoenix, Arizona. It critically examines the tactical decisions, legal statutes (ARS 13-1204), and proportionality of force used by the officer after a Taser deployment failed. The hosts emphasize the importance of effective defensive tactics and de-escalation techniques in law enforcement encounters.

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.