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Case #3:

Blanks

• Converting a revolver to NLTA
would disallow the use of traditional
blanks (top right) as the case
dimensions are the same as live
ammunition (top left).

• Converting a revolver to fire only
NLTA requires installing safety rings
into the cylinder. This prevents the
loading of live ammunition or
traditional blanks as the NLTA
rounds have a shorter case.

• The safety rings are included with
the NLTA ammunition (Free).

Case #3:

Police Training Accidental Death

I was not involved with this case, however my opinions are as follows:
• The Punta Gorda Police Dept had a duty of care to Mrs. Knowlton.
• Mrs. Knowlton was a guest and volunteer.
• There were no redundant safety protocols followed:
• No self, buddy or instructor pat downs or searches.
• Failure to maintain positive control of training ammunition.
• Failure to maintain positive control of training weapons.
• Failure to maintain positive control of the training environment.
• The only person wearing any PPE was Officer Cole?
• 0 of all 4 rounds fired directly struck Mrs. Knowlton, suggesting Officer Cole was firing faster than his skill or ability would allow and/or faster
than he could process the environment.