The just-released bodycam footage reveals that the SFPD attempted three non-lethal BolaWrap deployments on suspect Justin Matthew Alderman before resorting to deadly force.
Despite SFPD's attempts to deploy the BolaWrap at critical junctures during the pursuit, the device failed three times to subdue the suspect before the decision to shoot him was made.
This incident highlights ongoing concerns regarding the effectiveness of non-lethal tools like the BolaWrap, which, despite being newly introduced to the SFPD's arsenal, did not prove reliable in this scenario.
As law enforcement increasingly adopts innovative restraint devices like the BolaWrap, the need for effective implementation and training becomes paramount, particularly as it pertains to officer responsiveness in crisis situations.
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