New ‘Taser 10’ can stun from 45 feet with ‘precision,’ as police chief discusses tech improvements
NYPD Introduces Upgraded Taser and Other Technological Enhancements The NYPD is modernizing its equipment. This year, New York’s Finest will start using a new stun gun that promises to be “safer” while also offering a longer range. Police Chief Jessica Tisch announced this upgrade during the NYPD’s annual State of the State address. In her […]
Reckless punk recorded on police body cam allegedly attempting to steal a car — but a taser can’t even slow him down
Body camera footage from a Daytona Beach police officer shows an incident on January 14. The officer, while heading to a car dealership, spotted a suspect seemingly attempting to enter a vehicle with someone inside. Concerned, the officer expressed his desire to prevent a possible carjacking. As the incident unfolded, the officer exited his vehicle […]
Bare woman attempting to be a mermaid in neighbor’s pond lunges at officer who uses taser — with no result, according to police.
Naked Woman Tries to Become Mermaid, Charged After Incident A Louisiana woman was found swimming naked in a neighbor’s pond as she attempted to transform into a “mermaid,” according to local police. The authorities mentioned that a Taser was employed when she didn’t respond to their instructions. This incident occurred in the Linville community of […]
Undocumented immigrant charged with seizing ICE officer’s taser while yelling ‘Allahu akbar’ during capture
Turkish Man Arrested Following Confrontation in New York A Turkish man, Saim Irgi, aged 39, is now in custody after being accused of violently resisting arrest and trying to grab an officer’s Taser during an incident in western New York, as confirmed by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). ICE issued a statement on Tuesday […]
Turkish man charged with seizing taser and shouting ‘Allahu akbar’ during ICE arrest
A man from Turkey, identified as Saim Irgi, was arrested in western New York after reportedly resisting arrest and attempting to grab a police officer’s Taser, according to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). ICE announced on Tuesday that Irgi, aged 39, allegedly engaged in a struggle with law enforcement while shouting “Allah Akbar,” which […]
Moment $167.3M Powerball winner is subdued with a taser after confronting a Florida deputy
A recently released video shows the winner of a $167.3 million Powerball Jackpot kicking a vice-chairman in the head before engaging with Florida police. This incident took place on April 29, as highlighted by body cam footage capturing James Farthing. Reports indicate that he kicked the deputy while they were detaining others on the ground. […]
Man with Taser and rope accused of trying to kidnap Memphis mayor, according to police
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (AP) — Authorities report that a man was charged with attempting to lure the mayor after he approached the mayor’s residence in a gated neighborhood. This led to his arrest, during which police discovered a taser, gloves, rope, and duct tape in his vehicle. On Wednesday, Memphis police revealed that 25-year-old Trenton Abston […]
Court hears that police used pepper spray and a Taser on a 93-year-old man with disabilities.
Incident Involving 93-Year-Old Man and Police A 93-year-old man with disabilities was reportedly shot with a Taser and had synthetic pepper spray sprayed in his face before being struck with a baton, as revealed in court proceedings. Donald Burgess is said to have been assaulted by Police Constables Stephen Smith and Rachel Commott after a […]
Shirtless Chainsaw-Wielding Man Reportedly Attacks Senior Home, Fights Off Taser. Police Then Use Lethal Force
On Sunday, St. Charles Police Department (SCPD) officers shot and killed a shirtless, chainsaw-wielding man who was threatening an assisted living center. Witnesses reported the suspect was attempting to cut down a tree on the property of River Glen of St. Charles, an assisted living center in Illinois, and entered the lobby shortly before police […]
Australian police officer guilty of manslaughter for shocking woman with Taser
Australian police officer Christian James Samuel White has been found guilty of manslaughter for shocking a 95-year-old nursing home resident with a Taser. A Sydney jury deliberated for 20 hours before reaching Wednesday's verdict. White is out on bail and could face up to 25 years in prison when sentenced at a later date. An […]