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To: DMaA who wrote (361974)4/29/2010 11:08:53 PM
From: KLP  Read Replies (1) | Respond to of 793939
 
Appears there are all sorts of SWAT teams...for all sorts of troubles.

en.wikipedia.org

Including:

SWAT duties include:

Hostage rescue.

Crime suppression.

Riot control.

Perimeter security against snipers for visiting dignitaries.

Providing superior assault firepower in certain situations, e.g. barricaded suspects.

Rescuing officers and citizens captured or endangered by gunfire.

Countering terrorist operations in cities.

Resolving high-risk situations with a minimum loss of life, injury, or property damage.

Resolving situations involving barricaded subjects (specifically covered by a Hostage Barricade Team).

Stabilizing situations involving high-risk suicidal subjects.
Providing assistance on drug raids, arrest warrants, and search warrants.

Providing additional security at special events.

Stabilizing dangerous situations dealing with violent criminals (such as rapists, serial killers or gangs).

Armed patrols