I've heard any number of shots from different people but I am looking for a legitimate source that reports the number of shots on average that are fired in a gunfight.
Any ideas?
Thanks
Any ideas?
Thanks
Why? LEO's have much looser rules regarding having their weapons in hand that civilians do.I think a lot of the reason why police seem to have lower 'hit %' (or at least perception seems to be going around) is that the LEO engagements I would bet, happen at greater distance. I would also bet that they (the LEOs) are fired on first, whereas civilian confrontations are either simultaneous fire or where we have the advantage in dropping the hammer.
Not really. LAPD has a distinct written policy limiting when officers can draw their weapon. A violation of the policy can result in suspension days off.
While its true in a busy division officers will respond to or become involved in 15-20 situations per watch where they could potentially be involved in a shooting. After awhile you either get used to it and only draw when you really need to, or you request a transfer to a slow area.
Either way trickyasafox is correct, most police shootings are in REACTION to what a suspect does, meaning the officer is almost always playing catch up.
While I believe Ken is a credible instructor, I would have to fundamentally disagree with those figures.*In shootings, 1-4 rounds are fired. In gunfights, both parties shoot to empty, regardless of capacity.
Considering who Ken is, and how long he's been at it....I'm inclined to believe him.
Me too. I appreciate the thought. The scar (though small) on my left arm from his grazing round is a constant reminder of why I never want anyone throwing lead at me again if I can, in any way, avoid it.I remember you in that situation Mitrod3. Sorry to hear you had to learn the hard way. Dave
Then you don't have a gunfight, do you?You might get the drop on a bad guy and no shots may be fired at all.... depends on the day and how blessed ya are is all.