Missoula police use vehicle Grappler to arrest armed suspect

Vehicle Grapplers provide several key benefits to law enforcement operations, including enhanced safety by allowing officers to end vehicle pursuits in a controlled manner, reducing risk to the public, suspects, and law enforcement personnel. They also offer a non-lethal method of immobilizing fleeing vehicles and minimizing the need for force or hazardous pursuit tactics. This technology improves operational efficiency by enabling officers to resolve high-risk situations more quickly, reducing the duration of pursuits and the potential for collateral damage.

The Missoula Police Department has equipped its supervisor fleet trucks with state-of-the-art vehicle Grapplers, marking a significant step forward in pursuit safety and public protection. This innovative tool allows officers to bring potentially dangerous vehicle pursuits to a controlled and safe conclusion, and without relying on high-speed chases.