We will be rescheduling this presentation for sometime in the fall. We will post updates on this website when more information comes available.

Studying the Science & Human Dynamics Behind Deadly Force Encounters

Force Science® researchers have destroyed myths and discovered cold facts about some of the most controversial force issues, including:

• How threatening suspects end up shot in the back by well-trained officers making valid, lawful shooting decisions.
• Why officers continue to fire “extra” rounds in high-adrenalin confrontations after the threat has ended.
• What popular tactics used by some officers trying to reduce lag time actually put the officers at greater risk.
• How perceptual distortions and stress-induced memory gaps can impact an officer’s ability to accurately recall incident details.
• How quickly suspects can launch an attack and why officers and trainers must take Force Science® speed studies into account when preparing for a confrontation.
• What “ready” position is really best for reducing lag time in an armed encounter.
• How investigators can best “mine” officers’ memories and avoid interviewing mistakes that can put the officer, the investigator and the entire department in jeopardy.

The Agenda

This program is designed to clearly present, in a practical and understandable fashion, the results of today’s most cutting edge research into the dynamics of human behavior during life threatening encounters. The goal of the class is to encourage and assist investigators, lawyers, active police personnel and others involved in the analysis of officer-involved shootings to apply the most recent, scientifically based understandings of these dynamics in a manner that will enhance the accuracy and thoroughness of their decisions.

Stay tuned for new dates in the fall
0800 - 1600 Cascade Community Church
35190 Delair Road, Abbotsford, BC, V3G 2E2