TASER International announced its first order from Queensland, Australia, for 1,240 of its X26 devices.
The devices will be used with Queensland Police Services and its more than 9,000 officers.
“Australia is becoming one of the leading global users of Taser devices as Queensland is the second state to adopt our proven TASER life-saving technology,” said Scott Mustian, vice president international sales for Taser. The company expects the order to ship in third quarter.
Scottsdale-based Taser International (NASDAQ: TASR) produces electronic stun guns for the law enforcement, military and personal defense markets.
Source: Phoenix Business Journal - 9/30/2008
Tuesday, September 30, 2008
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Lawsuits Dismissed
Taser International received two favorable court rulings with wrongful death lawsuits dismissed in Nevada and Texas.
In the Nevada case, Taser was granted a summary judgment. The court said plaintiffs did not provide "admissible evidence stating to a reasonable degree of medical certainty" that the Scottsdale company's stun guns were a contributing factor in the death of William Lomax in Las Vegas.
The company (Nasdaq:TASR) also reported a win in the Texas case brought about by the death of Robert Early Williams Jr.
Source: bizjournals.com - 9/8/2008
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In the Nevada case, Taser was granted a summary judgment. The court said plaintiffs did not provide "admissible evidence stating to a reasonable degree of medical certainty" that the Scottsdale company's stun guns were a contributing factor in the death of William Lomax in Las Vegas.
The company (Nasdaq:TASR) also reported a win in the Texas case brought about by the death of Robert Early Williams Jr.
Source: bizjournals.com - 9/8/2008
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Wednesday, September 3, 2008
Shooting suspect
A Sharpsburg man has been charged in the shooting of a neighbor. Police said the suspect pointed a gun at officers trying to arrest him.
Charles Harris, 31, of Sisca Street, is charged with attempted homicide and related crimes. Charges were filed after a 19-year-old man was shot in the lower back about 7:50 p.m. Sunday in the 200 block of Sisca Street. The victim, who was not identified by police, is expected to survive.
Officers said they used a Taser to subdue Harris because he refused orders to drop the weapon. Harris was not injured.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
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Charles Harris, 31, of Sisca Street, is charged with attempted homicide and related crimes. Charges were filed after a 19-year-old man was shot in the lower back about 7:50 p.m. Sunday in the 200 block of Sisca Street. The victim, who was not identified by police, is expected to survive.
Officers said they used a Taser to subdue Harris because he refused orders to drop the weapon. Harris was not injured.
Source: Pittsburgh Tribune-Review
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Tuesday, September 2, 2008
Knife-wielding drunk
Two police officers risked their lives to drag a drunk man out of a burning house at Kingston south of Brisbane last night. Neighbours called police when the man was seen burning a plastic chair in the gutter outside the Mildred Street home about 6:30pm.
He then went inside and allegedly set the back rooms on fire. Two officers arrived and began negotiating with the man who was also armed with a knife, but as they were speaking to him he began lighting bits of newspapers. Fearing he would die in the blaze, the officers kicked down the front door and Tasered the man to subdue him before dragging him to safety.
Regional Duty Officer acting Inspector Steve Apps said he was still in possession of the knife when he was Tasered. "He was intoxicated and quite agitated. I have no doubt he would have perished in the blaze if the officers had not acted as they did," Insp Apps said. "At that stage the fire brigade was still five minutes away and the house was well involved in flame," he said.
The male and female sergeants were both taken to the Mater Hospital for treatment for smoke inhalation. "The female officer was quite ill. She said the smoke at the back of the house where the offender was found was very thick." Insp Apps said it was likely the officers would be recommended for internal bravery awards for their actions. "They certainly did good work. They should be in line for some sort of recognition by the service."
The man was also taken to hospital for treatment and is expected to face multiple charges including arson.
Source: www.news.com.au/couriermail
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He then went inside and allegedly set the back rooms on fire. Two officers arrived and began negotiating with the man who was also armed with a knife, but as they were speaking to him he began lighting bits of newspapers. Fearing he would die in the blaze, the officers kicked down the front door and Tasered the man to subdue him before dragging him to safety.
Regional Duty Officer acting Inspector Steve Apps said he was still in possession of the knife when he was Tasered. "He was intoxicated and quite agitated. I have no doubt he would have perished in the blaze if the officers had not acted as they did," Insp Apps said. "At that stage the fire brigade was still five minutes away and the house was well involved in flame," he said.
The male and female sergeants were both taken to the Mater Hospital for treatment for smoke inhalation. "The female officer was quite ill. She said the smoke at the back of the house where the offender was found was very thick." Insp Apps said it was likely the officers would be recommended for internal bravery awards for their actions. "They certainly did good work. They should be in line for some sort of recognition by the service."
The man was also taken to hospital for treatment and is expected to face multiple charges including arson.
Source: www.news.com.au/couriermail
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Man branishing pistol
Police Tased and arrested a man who allegedly waved a handgun Sunday night on Stillwater Avenue.
Santos Morales, 43, was holding a 9mm pistol in the street near a Stillwater Avenue restaurant when police responded to a 911 complaint that a man was threatening people with a gun at about 8:30 p.m, according to a statement released by police.
Police ordered Morales to drop the gun several times in English and in Spanish. He complied, but did not respond to orders to lie down, according to the statement. After Morales reached for his pants, officers shot him with a Taser, which administers an electric shock, according to police. Morales fell but continued to struggle as police handcuffed him. One officer suffered a shoulder injury in the scuffle.
Police spokesman Lt. Sean Cooney said police handled the situation according to protocol and with "great restraint." "The officers responding faced a life-and-death situation and handled it well," Cooney said. "They followed their training and used great skill and judgment and were able to diffuse the situation without any civilians being hurt."
Source: The Advocate - Stamford, CT
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Santos Morales, 43, was holding a 9mm pistol in the street near a Stillwater Avenue restaurant when police responded to a 911 complaint that a man was threatening people with a gun at about 8:30 p.m, according to a statement released by police.
Police ordered Morales to drop the gun several times in English and in Spanish. He complied, but did not respond to orders to lie down, according to the statement. After Morales reached for his pants, officers shot him with a Taser, which administers an electric shock, according to police. Morales fell but continued to struggle as police handcuffed him. One officer suffered a shoulder injury in the scuffle.
Police spokesman Lt. Sean Cooney said police handled the situation according to protocol and with "great restraint." "The officers responding faced a life-and-death situation and handled it well," Cooney said. "They followed their training and used great skill and judgment and were able to diffuse the situation without any civilians being hurt."
Source: The Advocate - Stamford, CT
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