05 Jun S.W.A.T.: The Real Story

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From the flames and ashes of the Los Angeles Watts riots in 1967 arose an elite law enforcement unit – SWAT, known as the Special Weapons and Tactics team. These powerfully armed and trained "super-cops" use superior weaponry and negotiating psychology to diffuse tense criminal situations, through whatever force is necessary. Over the years, the success of these specially trained police units has grown to legendary stature as SWAT teams have transformed the response strategies to hostage and terrorism actions worldwide. "S.W.A.T.: The Real Story" will take you to the SWAT training fields across America to witness the specialized preparation the men and women of SWAT must endure. Utilizing actual police footage and crime scene reenactments, this program will show you SWAT training in action, including hostage situations, drug busts, high speed pursuits and gunfights. This program is dedicated to the policemen and police women of SWAT teams across the country, who risk their lives to keep America safe.