INLAND EMPIRE PD BECOMES FIRST CA AGENCY TO USE GRAPPLER DEVICE
An Inland Empire police department has made history as the first municipal agency in California to deploy the Grappler, a specialized device designed to end vehicle pursuits by mechanically disabling fleeing vehicles rather than through traditional methods like PIT maneuvers.
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Details on the specific incident or department remain limited at this stage. The Grappler, which has been gaining attention nationally as an alternative to high-speed chases, physically immobilizes a vehicle's wheels during pursuit.
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This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available.
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