Wake County Sheriff's Office Reintroduces Stun Guns

Wake County Sheriffs Office Reintroduces Stun Guns to Enhance Officer Safety and Reduce Violent CrimeThe Wake County Sheriffs Office has announced the return of stun guns for its deputies, following a rise in combative behavior from suspects. Sheriff Willie Rowe emphasized the importance of these non-lethal tools for officer safety, as deputies often face resistance and physical altercations during arrests. The decision comes amidst a concerning national trend, with the FBI reporting a record-high number of assaults on officers in 2024. The department has invested in two hundred new Axon Taser Ten devices, which will be issued to sworn deputies, with plans to equip all staff members. Comprehensive training will be provided to ensure safe and effective use of the stun guns, aiming to reduce violent crime by five percent per one hundred thousand people. DNN | The Daily News Now! The world’s first global local news network. Every city. Every story. AI powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.