Police with long-arm rifles to begin patrolling in Sydney
The New South Wales Police Force has launched the Armed Response Command (ARC) in Sydney, featuring 250 officers equipped with long-arm rifles and high-speed vehicles. The unit was established following the Bondi terror attack to improve rapid response capabilities for future security threats.
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The deployment of heavily armed police units in urban centers marks a significant shift in domestic counter-terrorism strategy and public safety infrastructure.
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The Armed Response Command (ARC), which was created in response to the Bondi terror attack that left 14 people dead, will allow NSW Police to respond to terrorism events quickly.
The 250 officers part of the ARC will be provided access to heavy weaponry and new cars. NSW Police
It will also provide extra security to high-profile events.
The officers in ARC have been specially trained for months in using long-arm rifles, as well as advanced driver training courses, which will allow them to drive purpose-built vehicles that are faster and have more security.
NSW Police Minister, Yasmin Catley, said lessons had been learned after the Bondi attack, where uniformed police officers with pistols were forced to confront two alleged shooters who had multiple long-arm rifles.
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