Brandenburg Police Report Nearly 190 Taser Deployments in 2024

The use of Tasers, including threats of deployment, has become a regular practice in police operations, raising questions about safety and efficacy.

Brandenburg police have recorded 187 Taser-related incidents in the first nine months of 2024, averaging 20 deployments per month.
Tasers are primarily used in situations involving threats of violence, attacks on officers, or resistance to arrest, often with a de-escalating effect.
The region's police force currently has 373 Tasers distributed across various stations, with no plans to procure additional devices.
While Tasers are deemed non-lethal, concerns persist about their risks, particularly for vulnerable groups such as the elderly, pregnant individuals, and those with health conditions.
Nationally, there is growing advocacy for broader Taser use, though data highlights their frequent deployment in cases involving mental health crises or substance influence.