Cutting-edge less-lethal technology will enhance safety,
alongside immersive virtual reality training pilot to prepare US
Marshals for dynamic real-world scenarios
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., June 25,
2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Axon (Nasdaq: AXON),
the global public safety technology leader, today announced that
the United States Marshals Service (USMS) has deployed Axon's
next-gen less-lethal energy weapon, TASER 10. The USMS will
also be piloting Axon's VR Training solution to support the
deployment of TASER 10 and to provide more affordable and
accessible training across a variety of immersive real-world
scenarios.
TASER 10 will play a pivotal role for the USMS in training and
equipping Deputy U.S. Marshals in fugitive apprehension, judiciary
security, and safeguarding witnesses under the purview of the
Witness Security Division. Advanced capabilities of TASER 10
include the ability to deploy 10 individually targeted probes at a
longer range of up to 45 feet, enabling users to create their own
spread and affording more time and space for decision-making,
reducing risk for everyone involved when stopping a threat. By
leveraging Axon's VR Training with this deployment, the USMS will
also benefit from training that enables officers to build muscle
memory and train to proficiency on TASER devices without the need
for extensive training time and live cartridge consumption. This
deployment will ensure a cohesive approach to law enforcement
operations and replace the USMS's existing inventory of TASER X26P
devices.
"Protecting life is at the core of everything we do at Axon, and
we are proud to support the U.S. Marshals Service in their
commitment to saving lives and enhancing public safety," said Axon
President Josh Isner. "We have seen
a clear link between improved performance and safety when agencies
adopt less-lethal energy weapons and VR training solutions. This
partnership will allow the USMS to immerse in realistic scenarios
through virtual reality, enabling versatile training at any time
and at a fraction of traditional costs. It also highlights their
commitment to utilizing less-lethal alternatives, promoting
accountability, training, and safety for both officers and the
communities they serve."
Building on the success of their body camera program, which
has significantly enhanced interactions between Deputy U.S.
Marshals and the public since its deployment in 2021, the TASER 10
will seamlessly integrate with Axon body-worn cameras using signal
activation. This integration enables the auto-activation of cameras
when the device is pulled from the holster. This feature ensures
that critical moments are captured automatically, enhancing
situational awareness and accountability and is supported by Axon's
digital evidence management system, which has achieved FedRAMP High
Authorization for US government customers.
ABOUT AXON
Axon is the technology leader in global public safety. Our moonshot
goal is to cut gun-related deaths between police and the public in
the U.S. by 50% before 2033. Axon is building the public safety
operating system of the future by integrating hardware devices and
cloud software solutions that lead modern policing, defense and
security. The Axon Ecosystem includes TASER energy devices,
body-worn cameras, in-car cameras, cloud-hosted digital evidence
management solutions, productivity software, real-time operations
capabilities and third-party integrations through Axon's partner
network. Axon's growing global customer base includes first
responders across international, federal, state and local law
enforcement, fire, corrections and emergency medical services, as
well as the justice sector, commercial enterprises and
consumers.
Non-Axon trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Axon, Axon Ecosystem, Axon VR, X26P, TASER and TASER 10 are
trademarks of Axon Enterprise, Inc., some of which are registered
in the US and other countries. For more information
visit www.axon.com/legal. All rights reserved.
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MEDIA CONTACT:
Alex Engel
Vice President, Corporate Communications
Press@Axon.com
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