Englewood Police Department embraces VR training
Stun guns, often known by the brand name Tasers, are a less-than-lethal weapon. Officers use stun guns as an option when people are combative and-or physically resisting arrest.
The Englewood Police Department said it acquired 'the newest Taser energy weapon technology' late last year. Training in V.R. will help officers navigate these new stun guns.
Axon Enterprise manufactures the training material for its Tasers. EPD said this V.R. training is effective.
With support from the City Council and city administration, the EPD is looking forward to also incorporating Generative Artificial Intelligence (A.I. tech) into training models.
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