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Tag: SWAT
Point of Law
Denver-Area Woman Wins $3.76 Million in Lawsuit Over SWAT Raid
According to court documents and statements from American Civil Liberties Union Colorado, which brought the case, the detectives pursued a search warrant for Ruby Johnson's home based on claims that Apple's "Find My iPhone" feature pinged Johnson's house.
March 7, 2024
Special Units
3 Kansas City Officers Shot and Wounded Serving Warrant
KCPD Chief Stacey Graves said the officers from the Tactical Response Team were executing a search warrant when they opened the door, they were met with gunfire.
March 1, 2023
Patrol
5 Things to Know When Buying Ballistic Shields
Dale Taylor, CEO of Blueridge Armor, estimates about 60% of the shields out there offer protection against handgun rounds while only about 40% are rifle rated. True cost is a factor, with the rifle-rated shields costing more, but weight also comes into play.
February 7, 2023
Patrol
2 GA Officers Hurt Escaping Gunfire in Home Before SWAT Standoff
"While they were inside the residence, shots were fired at the officers. They retreated," says Jackson Police Chief James Morgan.
November 14, 2022
Patrol
Video: CA Deputies Shoot Armed Man Using Girlfriend as Human Shield
“He was defiant and told negotiators he was armed with a sawed-off shotgun and a 9mm handgun and that he was going to shoot a deputy and his girlfriend in three minutes,” explains Lt. Rod Grassman.
November 11, 2022
Patrol
GA Deputy Shot Responding to Disturbance Call
Deputies responded to the disturbance at 1:41 a.m. and the sheriff’s office reports a man began shooting, striking one officer.
November 10, 2022
Patrol
BWC Video Shows CA SWAT Hostage Rescue
The Sacramento Police Department released body-worn camera (BWC) video of SWAT officers rescuing a woman and children being held hostage by a man armed with a sword inside a home.
August 24, 2022
Patrol
NY Tactical Team Rescues Security Guard During Burglary
Police say in the early stages of the investigation information was obtained that this burglary crew has been known to carry firearms and had violent encounters with law enforcement in the past.
August 10, 2022
Patrol
CA Police Shoot Suspected Carjacker on Rooftop
After multiple requests by officers demanding the suspect put down his firearm, officers discharged their guns and struck the man. He was pronounced dead at the scene.
July 11, 2022
Patrol
WI Police Use Drone to Locate Suspects Hiding in Movie Theater
“All five subjects were located hiding behind the theater screen in various locations. They were located using traditional search methods that police usually do and also technological methods as well, including the use of an interior drone by members of our SWAT team.”
June 27, 2022
Patrol
FL Man Who Shot at SWAT Officer Will Not Be Prosecuted
“Careful review of the case has determined that there is insufficient proof to establish beyond a reasonable doubt that Marioneaux knew that he was firing at a police officer. Knowledge is an essential element of the offense."
March 25, 2022
Special Units
Ballistic Vest Saves Philadelphia SWAT Officer
That's when he realized he had been hit by a bullet and left the building. The bullet did not penetrate his vest, police say, and he was left with only a red mark on his chest.
February 14, 2022
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