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Tony McNulty says British police can use Tasers on children · 353 days ago

From the Daily Mail

Until now, Tasers – which emit a 50,000-volt electric shock – have been used only by specialist officers as a “non lethal” alternative to firearms.
However, they can now be used against all potentially violent offenders even if they are unarmed.
It is the decision not to ban their use against minors that is likely to raise serious concerns.
Home Office Police Minister Tony McNulty said medical assessments had confirmed the risk of death or serious injury from Tasers was “low”.
But he failed to mention Government advisers had also warned of a potential risk to children.

— SWAT Team

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