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Close-Quarters Combat

The Close Quarters Combat topic covers defensive tactics and techniques for hands-on confrontations with suspects. News about the close-in battles between police officers and dangerous suspects, as well as tips, columns, and expert opinion on preparation for the assault, as well as for the inevitable legal battles that follow, are presented here.

Retired Lt. Dan Marcou was sitting at a picnic table eating a chili dog with his grandkids when a lone officer started pursuing a suspect on foot; the officer radioed for assistance, but Marcou ran to help
The reality of attacks on officers and how we train for them
Right now, a very dangerous person is preparing for the day they meet you. Are you preparing for them?
Police1 columnist Duane Wolfe discusses how officers can effectively utilize a leg kick against an assailant
How to make weapon retention drills as realistic as possible
In this video tactical tip, Police1 Contributor Duane Wolfe demonstrates how you can transition from one technique to another when a subject is resisting
Every officer should be trained in shooting from the ground on their back, side and front in every direction a threat can present itself