New York Police Ban Use of Choke Holds
Published: November 24, 1993
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The New York City Police Department has banned the use of choke holds, the restraining maneuvers that cut off the flow of blood and oxygen to the brain and have been blamed in the deaths of suspects in New York and other cities.
The directive comes as police departments around the country have prohibited or reviewed the use of various choke holds by officers. It also underscores a nationwide debate on the appropriate use of police force, from 9-millimeter handguns to “hogtying” to pepper spray.
The number of deaths in police custody in New York, including some involving choke holds, has been rising in recent years. Police officers and other experts said alternatives to the choke hold could include various nonlethal restraining devices like Velcro straps, handcuffs or water cannons.
http://www.nytimes.com/1993/11/24/us/new-york-police-ban-use-of-choke-holds.html
The unions, gang in blue and fellow copsuckers feel no need for discipline here. Protecting the gang is paramount over flimsy standards.