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Less Lethal Tools Offer Alternative To Shooting

Dan Bross
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KUAC

Law enforcement weapons like pepper and bean bag rounds are getting increased attention in light of officer involved shootings. The “less lethal” alternatives to bullets were the subject of a Fairbanks city council work session this week. KUAC’s Dan Bross reports.

Dan has been in public radio news in Alaska since 1993. He’s worked as a reporter, newscaster and talk show host at stations in McGrath, Valdez and Fairbanks. Dan’s experience includes coverage of a wide range of topics, from wolf control to the Trans-Alaska Pipeline and dog mushing.