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Yes definitely it saves lives, SO19/CO19 have been using TASER since 2002 from memory and I have used it myself on someone. SO19 have used it on average again from memory about 18 times per year. It only get used in parralell to firearms, so if you are dealing with a suspect who is dangerous, you can go down the levels of force
Firearms-Lethal Force
Baton Gun-Less lethal Force (fired directly at the suspect stomach region) ( A bad weapon in my opinion as the HK is only a single shot weapon)
Taser-Non Lethal Force
The Met are now going to put TASERS out with local police at certain stations, I believe its a good idea, It will protect officers.
Taser saves lives, the officers and the suspects.
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