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Associated Press
21 hours ago
- Associated Press
PepperBall® Launches Shatter™, Jammer™, and Lumen™ Projectiles at the 2025 OTOA Tactical Operations and Public Safety Conference
Sandusky, OH June 09, 2025 --( )-- PepperBall®, the global leader in distance-based, non-lethal de-escalation technology, today announced the official field launch of three next-generation projectiles—Shatter™, Jammer™, and Lumen™—during the Ohio Tactical Officers Association (OTOA) Tactical Operations and Public Safety Conference at Kalahari Resorts and Convention Center, booth 96. The one-day vendor exhibition draws more than 1,500 first responders and PepperBall will showcase the new rounds in technical videos and hands-on product samples. New Projectile Line-Up Developed through an exclusive multi-year partnership with RoboRounds®, an advanced payload research and development laboratory, the new rounds give tactical teams fresh options for safely resolving barricades, surveillance threats, and suspect apprehensions. PepperBall Shatter™ – A high-density glass-breaking projectile filled with RoboRounds ultra-hard micro balls. On impact, fractures tempered and automotive glass, enabling rapid entry or rescue while minimizing collateral damage. PepperBall Jammer™ – A projectile containing a specialized payload that blocks LIDAR, IR and CCTV and blinds camera systems, effectively obstructing signal transmission. PepperBall Lumen™ – A photoluminescent UV-reactive projectile that coats targets with a long-lasting, fluorescent marker, aiding apprehension and evidence collection even in low-light environments. Proven and Recommended by NTOA The National Tactical Officers Association (NTOA) awarded the glass-breaking projectile a 'Member Tested and Recommended' rating (overall score 3.64) following multi-state evaluations. Field testers reported: 'Our team's experience with these projectiles was positive and a surprising improvement from the glass breakers we currently use.' — Ohio evaluator 'We penetrated ½-inch tempered glass in three rounds; the projectile pairs perfectly with our VKS PRO PLUS™ launcher.' — Florida evaluator 'We trained with these under vehicle suppression and vehicle breaching training, and both roles had the same results. These rounds are a good addition to the PepperBall platform, not just for SWAT but patrol operations as well.' — Minnesota evaluator 'Each window shattered and partially fell away with the first round. From what I can tell, there was no pass-through of any portion of the round itself.' — North Dakota evaluator 'Every second matters when officers face a barricaded suspect, a surveillance threat, or a fleeing subject,' said Bob Plaschke, CEO of PepperBall. 'Shatter, Jammer, and Lumen expand the PepperBall toolkit so teams can more effectively break glass, blind sensors, and mark targets—while still relying on proven, non-lethal impact energy. Launching these rounds at OTOA puts them directly into the hands of the tactical professionals who need them most,' Plaschke concluded. The rounds will be on display throughout the vendor exhibition on Tuesday, June 10, with video footage and technical data sheets available at the PepperBall booth. Commercial availability is slated for late 2025 through the PepperBall global law-enforcement distribution network. About PepperBall® PepperBall is dedicated to creating the highest-quality non-lethal law-enforcement solutions that de-escalate confrontations, safely change behavior, and ultimately save lives. For over two decades, PepperBall has been the trusted non-lethal partner for law-enforcement, correctional, and military professionals worldwide, and more than 20 million PepperBall projectiles have been safely deployed. Based in the U.S. heartland, PepperBall stands behind each product with an industry-leading commitment to training and service. To learn more, visit Contact Information: PepperBall Katherine Riley 260-478-2500 Contact via Email Read the full story here: PepperBall® Launches Shatter™, Jammer™, and Lumen™ Projectiles at the 2025 OTOA Tactical Operations and Public Safety Conference Press Release Distributed by
Daily Mail
20-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Video: Soon-to-open rollercoaster DISCONNECTS from track mid-air
Video: Heart-stopping moment shows how soon-to-open roller coaster DISCONNECTS from the track in mid-air - and even theme park junkies are terrified to ride A theme park in North America has released first-look footage of a groundbreaking new rollercoaster that disconnects at the tracks - but even adrenaline junkies have given the 'heart pumping' ride a hard pass. Cedar Point, located in Sandusky, Ohio, is renowned as 'The Roller Coaster Capital of the World' thanks to its collection of 18 world-class rides, including Top Thrill 2, Steel Vengeance and Millennium Force. Now, a new high-speed, wing 'tilt' coaster is set to open at the 364 acre park - and it's left even the most seasoned thrill-seekers running for the hills.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Barnyard shenanigans! Three alpacas escape from Cedar Point petting zoo
There's been another great escape from Cedar Point's Barnyard. Last summer, camels and then goats took a stroll along the Sandusky amusement park's Frontier Trail. This time alpacas − three of them − escaped from the petting zoo area and strolled through the park. Unlike last year's incident where park guests opened gates for the critters to escape, Cedar Point spokesman Tony Clark said the incident May 9 happened while a third-party worker was cleaning an area of the petting zoo and left a gate unattended. Clark said the alpacas then began walking along the park's railroad tracks in the Frontier Trail area behind the Millennium roller coaster. Park guest Laura Steuk-Mastropaola was on the Cedar Point & Lake Erie train when the alpacas came waltzing up to the station where passengers were boarding. "I am used to herds of animals but not alpacas," said the Berlin Heights resident. "Ironically, we run a therapeutic horsemanship program near Sandusky (the Boots to Grasses Therapeutic Horsemanship Program) so seeing animals that were not horses come cantering toward us was even funnier." She caught the caper on video before park workers were able to wrangle the alpacas and return them to The Barnyard. After last year's two escapes, Cedar Point said it had implemented additional measures to ensure there would not be any further escapes. The Barnyard is home to a variety of animals, including cows, sheep, piglets, turtles, ducks and donkeys. Clark said none of the alpacas or park guests were injured in the mishap on May 9. Honey Hill Farms in Kentucky provides the animals and workers at the Barnyard at Cedar Point. This article originally appeared on Akron Beacon Journal: Cedar Point has to corral three alpacas that escaped from petting zoo
