Why? I wish I had a good answer, instead of "I've always wondered what it felt like."
The officers running the Citizens Police Academy I'm going through were kind enough to take volunteers tonight when we learned about Tasers. We were made aware of this opportunity several weeks ago, and I pondered the decision frequently. A part of me was curious, another part of me (my brain) said "you're an idiot."
It ended up being a game-time decision, but after one of the girls in the class did it I couldn't refuse. No embedded electrodes, just alligator clips. But it still hurt like nothing I've ever felt before. By far the longest 5 seconds of my life that I'll NEVER do again.
Looking back, I'm glad (sort of) that I did it. And now I have video and can relive the glory without the pain. I have a newfound respect for the Taser and truly appreciate the importance and effectiveness of such a device as a less than lethal tool for our men and women in uniform.
As an aside, thank you to all the police officers out there who do a mostly thankless job day in and day out. Your efforts and sacrifices don't go unnoticed.
Best,
E
The officers running the Citizens Police Academy I'm going through were kind enough to take volunteers tonight when we learned about Tasers. We were made aware of this opportunity several weeks ago, and I pondered the decision frequently. A part of me was curious, another part of me (my brain) said "you're an idiot."
It ended up being a game-time decision, but after one of the girls in the class did it I couldn't refuse. No embedded electrodes, just alligator clips. But it still hurt like nothing I've ever felt before. By far the longest 5 seconds of my life that I'll NEVER do again.
Looking back, I'm glad (sort of) that I did it. And now I have video and can relive the glory without the pain. I have a newfound respect for the Taser and truly appreciate the importance and effectiveness of such a device as a less than lethal tool for our men and women in uniform.
As an aside, thank you to all the police officers out there who do a mostly thankless job day in and day out. Your efforts and sacrifices don't go unnoticed.
Best,
E