Police Defensive Firearms Training

08/17/2026

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08/14/2026

08/14/2026

A few misunderstood seconds can change a police encounter. Alex Mann has spent more than seven years trying to make those moments safer.

Alex is autistic and has now visited 539 police departments across five states, sharing his lived experience directly with officers. He explains that avoiding eye contact, stimming, needing longer to respond, or becoming overwhelmed by lights, noise and several people approaching at once can sometimes be mistaken for defiance or suspicious behavior.

His advice is practical: slow down, speak calmly, allow processing time, consider sensory needs and remember that every autistic person is different. Alex’s own disability disclosure card even helped inspire Pennsylvania State Police to develop cards that people can print or save to their phones.

His message to officers is simple: “Be kind. Be patient.”

One autistic voice. 539 departments. A mission that could help someone be understood when it matters most. ❤️

📰 : Autism New Jersey, Pennsylvania State Police and DownBeach.

08/12/2026

08/05/2026

A friend posted this, and it is a good article that makes great points….

This article reflects Axel Narvaez's personal observations and professional experiences. He is speaking solely on his own behalf. His views do not represent…

08/03/2026

Amen

08/03/2026

If every repetition on the range looks the same, your brain learns exactly that. But real gunfights are unpredictable.

This article explains why variable practice is what builds officers who can adapt, solve problems and perform under pressure.

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