PFNI demand more Tasers after 'horrific' incident

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PFNI demand more Tasers after 'horrific' incident

Northern Ireland's police leader has called for Taser training to be fast-tracked after an officer was stabbed.

Date - 19th April 2021
By - Chris Smith

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The Police Federation for Northern Ireland called for action to improve safety after a man was shot and an officer stabbed in what was described as an ‘horrific incident’. The Police Ombudsman’s Office is now investigating after a...

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