“Due to recent events concerning the Uvalde active-shooter tragedy, we want to make our position clear.
“Milam County Sheriffs Office, Cameron Police Department, Rockdale Police Department, Thorndale Police Department and Buckholts Police Department will act to first, stop the killing and then stop the dying. It is the policy of each of these agencies in active-shooter situations where ongoing deadly force is reasonably likely to be employed by a suspect and delay in taking law enforcement action could result in injury or death, that immediate action by officers at the scene is necessary when such actions are deemed reasonable to prevent further injuries or loss of life.
“Immediate action is the primary concept of active-shooter response. Active shootings can result in several casualties in a short period of time, generally before law enforcement can be notified. In spite of this logistical disadvantage, it has been recognized that even one—or two—armed law enforcement officers can make a difference in the outcome of active shootings by taking swift, but calculated, individual or coordinated action.
“Given proper justification as defined by law, taking immediate action during active shooter incidents, rather than waiting for specially-equipped and trained officers, can save lives and prevent serious injuries. Time loss by delayed action is likely to result in additional casualties. Law enforcement will arrive on scene, whether it be one deputy/officer or many. The initial responding personnel will immediately attempt to locate and eliminate the active shooter.”
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