“Police must be given alternative weapon – Telegraaf.nl

AMSTERDAM –

The Dutch police should also following the example of Belgium will be provided with a so-called less-lethal weapon. This should not replace the service pistol, but can be a good supplement in specific situations, says chairman Geert Priem police union ANPV Monday against BNR

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Belgian agents can alternate weapon that plastic bullets filled with a mixture of paint and metal fires, use since Monday. It is especially suited to keep crowds at bay. “I understand that the military police working on it, and then it should also examine the situation can and must be applied.”

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