The local police in Puerto de la Cruz have added six Phazzer Enforcer electric control devices to their equipment. These devices, which are classified as less lethal weapons, will be employed in specific high-risk situations.
The introduction of these devices aims to provide police officers with an additional resource, with their use dependent on the circumstances of each incident. Officers will follow established protocols and adhere to principles of necessity, proportionality, and safety.
The rollout will be gradual, with only those officers who have received specific training permitted to use the devices in this initial phase. This training covers both the operation of the equipment and the conditions under which it can be deployed.
Importantly, the use of these devices does not exempt officers from the responsibility of assessing the necessity of force in each case and ensuring that their actions remain proportionate to the circumstances.
