Feb 21 2025 122 mins
In this episode of Iron Sights After Dark, I sit down with Richie Arnold, a highly experienced law enforcement officer and SWAT leader, to break down two major incidents that rocked the nation on New Year’s 2024-25.
We discuss the tragic events in New Orleans, where a truck attack claimed multiple lives, and the shocking explosion of a Tesla Cybertruck outside the Trump International Hotel in Las Vegas. Richie shares his insights on how major metropolitan agencies prepare for and respond to crises like these, drawing from his firsthand experience, including his response to the 2017 Mandalay Bay shooting.
00:00 Intro
04:52 Richie’s Background
06:54 Joining SWAT
15:00 Recruitment Challenges
26:24 Training & Public Expectations
41:24 Life in SWAT
49:29 Raw Tactics Intro
59:34 Training & Perception
01:11:38 Motivation in Law Enforcement
01:22:56 Training & Budget Issues
01:32:23 Situational Awareness
02:00:55 Final Thoughts
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