The IDF uses a .22lr for urban fighting/sniping.
I have read more than once that both organized criminals as well as government assassins prefer the Beretta model 70 for murdering or killing civilians. The model 70 is one of my favorite pistols. It is light handy and totally reliable.
I have two Walther model PP pistols. One in .380 and one in .22. I would prefer the .380 loaded with hollow points for protection but if I could not get HPs I think I would choose the .22. I definitely would choose a Ruger 10/22 over either one. I have hunted with and shot a large number of animals including feral dogs and hogs and a .22 out of a rifle barrel is deadly, very deadly.
Ok, from what I’ve been able to find on that topic, the .22lr is chosen for use from a suppressed weapon. This is for advantages of stealth, not lethality.
You did, however, prove me wrong.
See post #87