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To: freelyhovering who wrote (259523)8/30/2014 6:26:06 PM
From: epicure  Respond to of 541734
 
They are trained for the exact opposite. Here's the thinking- when it's time to use deadly force, you are supposed to shoot to stop the assailant:

pfoa.co.uk

Extremity shots are not deemed safe for officers



To: freelyhovering who wrote (259523)8/30/2014 10:44:52 PM
From: Pogeu Mahone  Respond to of 541734
 
Police are taught to shoot at the center mass.





To: freelyhovering who wrote (259523)8/31/2014 2:26:00 AM
From: bentway  Read Replies (2) | Respond to of 541734
 
Police are trained to shoot at center mass. Wilson shot 11-12 times, and hit Brown only six.


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