“[Minneapolis] policy doesn't appear to reflect what California and other law enforcement agencies using best practices recognize, which is if officers don't use extreme caution with this force option, the likelihood of serious injury or death rises significantly," Obayashi said.
"This seems to be a routine practice by the Minneapolis Police Department," said Obayashi. "As a cop, the tone is there, 'Use it when you think it's appropriate.'"
Shawn Williams...worked at the Minneapolis Police Department for more than 10 years and oversaw training his last two years there, including the use of unconscious neck restraints. He said he understands why other departments do not use the maneuver.
"If it's used correctly, you can cause the suspect to render themselves compliant and we can take someone into custody without damage internally," he said. "If it's not used correctly...you're talking about damage to one's trachea and you're talking about taking someone's life."
“trained” “under stress”
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During his time in the department, he said officers needed to be trained correctly, often and while under stress so they could fully understand how to use the move.
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During his time in the department, he said officers needed to be trained correctly, often and while under stress so they could fully understand how to use the move.
