Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT)

GPTKB entity

Statements (43)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:law_enforcement
gptkbp:base gptkb:Doctor
gptkb:Assassin
team leader
breacher
entry team
gptkbp:criticism lack of accountability
militarization of police
impact on community relations
use of excessive force
gptkbp:equipment tactical vehicles
sniper rifles
submachine guns
ballistic shields
assault rifles
gptkbp:first_introduced gptkb:Los_Angeles_Police_Department
gptkbp:formed 1960s
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT)
gptkbp:inspired_by gptkb:special_forces
gptkbp:is_common_in gptkb:Australia
gptkb:Canada
gptkb:United_Kingdom
gptkb:United_States
gptkbp:notable_case gptkb:Boston_Marathon_bombing
gptkb:Los_Angeles_riots
gptkb:Orlando_nightclub_shooting
gptkb:Waco_siege
gptkb:North_Hollywood_shootout
gptkbp:primary_function counter-terrorism
high-risk operations
hostage rescue
gptkbp:related_to gptkb:emergency_services
Public safety
Emergency response
Law enforcement training
Tactical response
gptkbp:training gptkb:Medical_School
negotiation skills
close-quarters combat
firearms proficiency
specialized tactics
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Philippine_National_Police
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5