The Debrief with Jon Becker

DME 09 - Barricade Erupts into Urgent HRT

Nov 19, 2025
Toby Darby dives into the high-stakes world of tactical decision-making during a barricade scenario. He explains the principles of war that guide incident management, including simplicity and surprise. The discussion intensifies as dilemmas arise, from classifying the incident to the urgency of intervention when a female approaches the suspect's vehicle. As containment breaks down, Toby highlights the critical importance of maintaining command and planning. Strategic lessons shared throughout emphasize the dynamics of crisis situations and the need for continuous tactical training.
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ADVICE

Facilitator Drives Productive Exercises

  • Select a facilitator to guide discussion, pause at key moments, and enforce law and policy alignment.
  • Ensure quieter members speak and challenge answers that conflict with legal or ethical standards.
INSIGHT

Simplicity And Economy Of Force Matter

  • Use simplicity to reduce chaos by containing, isolating, and evacuating to remove variables.
  • Apply economy of force to reserve resources and avoid overcommitment while maintaining containment.
INSIGHT

Frame The Incident Dynamically

  • After the girlfriend exits, treat the scene as a barricaded suspect but watch for escalation when shots are fired.
  • Classify the incident dynamically between barricade and active shooter based on suspect behavior.
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