So why do they still carry them? - A police shooting in Brooklyn has raised questions about the dangers of Tasers failing at crucial moments, Richard Hall reports. The Independent.

Nationwide, Wexler said the tasers are ineffective about 40% of the time. "If you use this tool 40% of time it doesn't work, what's your plan B going to be if it doesn't work," said Wexler.

Updated Tasers, radios and other equipment are expected to bring Harrison police into “modern times,” ... It also will cover 16 Tasers, seven dual-monitor computers, ...

Tasers and similar weapons help officers in situations that appear to be escalating toward a physical attack or a struggle, a threat to officers and suspects, Pinehurst Police Chief Glen Webb said.

Police data shows Tasers have failed roughly 40% of the time the NYPD has used them over the past decade. Tasers failed in two recent NYPD shootings. Problems with the devices go back years.

PATERSON — City police who patrol the streets are now equipped with conducted energy devices, commonly known as Tasers, as officials try give officers less lethal options for subduing suspects.

Tasers and similar weapons help officers in situations that appear to be escalating toward a physical attack or a struggle, a threat to officers and suspects, Pinehurst Police Chief Glen Webb said.

Axon’s Taser division brought in $818 million last year, more than triple its 2018 sales total, according to SEC filings. Boston police have used Tasers in two incidents this year, Detective ...

Wilmington police are getting new Tasers and body cameras, among other related equipment, with the City Council's approval. At a June 18 City Council meeting, the council approved a new five-year ...