EPISODE · Jul 28, 2021 · 1H 6M
Season 1, Episode 8: Interview with LAPD SIS Detective III John Helms (Ret.)
from With Deadly Force Podcast · host Scott Reitz and Brett McQueen
This is a unique opportunity to learn from a legendary member of LAPD. Detective John Helms is widely considered amongst his peers to have been among those responsible for bringing modern firearms techniques and tactics to the LAPD at a critical time for the department. Helms spent 36 years policing the streets of Los Angeles, rising in ranks from a patrol officer to the SWAT team and then finishing his career with the heralded SIS unit (Special Investigation Section). Helms and Scott Reitz worked SWAT together and in this episode they share many unique insights into how firearms and techniques have developed over the years, in addition to a discussion on the importance of mindset. Enjoy the episode!WDF Podcast inquiries: [email protected] Podcast website: www.withdeadlyforce.comITTS Firearms training inquiries: [email protected] Firearms training website: www.internationaltactical.comCopyright 2021 International Tactical Training Seminars, Inc.
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This is a unique opportunity to learn from a legendary member of LAPD. Detective John Helms is widely considered amongst his peers to have been among those responsible for bringing modern firearms techniques and tactics to the LAPD at a critical time for the department. Helms spent 36 years policing the streets of Los Angeles, rising in ranks from a patrol officer to the SWAT team and then finishing his career with the heralded SIS unit (Special Investigation Section). ...
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Season 1, Episode 8: Interview with LAPD SIS Detective III John Helms (Ret.)
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