Managing the Man with the Gun

Abstract

Since most homicides, we now know, occur among family mem bers and most involve firearms, there is probably no type of call more frightening to the police officer than one concerning a man with a gun. With such a call, a policeman knows very well he runs a risk of becoming one of those homicide victims. By learning how to approach disturbed people who threaten him and others with fire arms, the officer enhances his chances of survival.