Homeless guy attacks people at 16th street mall

[cstone]

Long pole, bad weapon against multiple targets, IMO. Difficult to quickly target and redirect an attack once started. Doesn't anyone teach the tactic of getting inside the swing anymore?

The story mentioned he was arrested but I didn't see any mention of him being tazed. Either the reporter omitted that little tidbit or he dropped the pole when the PoPo showed up. Just watching the video, I'm not sure I would have drawn on him, but I wasn't there so I will reserve my judgement. Glad no significant injuries and everyone was treated and soon returned to their urban camping.

Be safe.

[BPTactical]

Long pole, bad weapon against multiple targets, IMO. Difficult to quickly target and redirect an attack once started. Doesn't anyone teach the tactic of getting inside the swing anymore?

The story mentioned he was arrested but I didn't see any mention of him being tazed. Either the reporter omitted that little tidbit or he dropped the pole when the PoPo showed up. Just watching the video, I'm not sure I would have drawn on him, but I wasn't there so I will reserve my judgement. Glad no significant injuries and everyone was treated and soon returned to their urban camping.

Be safe.

This course of action would require an Alpha male.
Sadly none of those exist downtown as it was "Take your Beta to work day"