At the Fulshear Police Department, we take training seriously, especially with tools that can impact lives. Through our Taser Certification Program, every officer is trained in proper use, judgment, and accountability. Officer Flynn recently chose to experience a Taser’s effects firsthand to better understand its impact and reinforce the priority of de-escalation. Our newest police academy graduate also completed this training as part of his ongoing field training program. The Taser is a tool, n

Our new hires were put through Taser training yesterday. We post these videos to show the public why officers go through Taser training. Officers train with Tasers so they fully understand exactly how it affects the body. This builds empathy, accountability and better judgment. Tasers are a serious use of force tool, not a punishment and training helps ensure they're used only when necessary to stop dangerous situations and prevent greater injury to everyone involved. | East Chicago Police Depar

How getting struck by a TASER affects the human body