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Mountie Accused Of Using Excessive Force Charged With Assault

CP | The Canadian Press | Posted 10.28.2012 | Canada Alberta
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HOBBEMA, Alta. - A Mountie in central Alberta has been charged with assault.RCMP say the officer is accused of using excessive force while making an a...

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Shocker! Tasers May Cause Death

Josh Bowman | Posted 07.14.2012 | Canada
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Though incidences of Taser-related deaths have fallen out of the spotlight of late, a new study links the devices with death. If death is a possible consequence of Taser use, particularly when it comes to individuals who may have mental health or drug abuse issues, shouldn't that suggest much more cautious use of these devices?

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