TEMPE, Ariz., Nov. 21, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Wrap Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: WRAP) (“Wrap” or the “Company”), a global leader in innovative public safety technologies and services, proudly announces the expanding deployments of its innovative BolaWrap® 150 Remote Restraint device in the field. This expansion heralds a transformative era in law enforcement, emphasizing BolaWrap’s exceptional capacity in providing a safer and non-harmful approach in a wide array of situations that officers encounter, including those involving mental health crises, homelessness, and substance abuse.
“Our mission has always been to equip law enforcement with tools that promote both officer safety and community welfare,” said Kevin Mullins, CEO of Wrap Technologies. “We are seeing increased use of BolaWrap in the field as reported by law enforcement agencies. The growing adoption of BolaWrap highlights the importance of a non-lethal approach in modern policing. We are thrilled to see our technology playing a pivotal role in transforming how officers address challenging situations.”
BolaWrap, with its cutting-edge design and technology, has rapidly gained recognition by police officers nationwide. The remote restraint device enables law enforcement to respond to incidents with a focus on minimizing harm and safeguarding community well-being. This strategic increase underscores Wrap’s commitment to enhancing public safety while maintaining a compassionate and measured approach.
“We’ve witnessed a substantial shift in the field since implementing BolaWrap and our officers’ desire to use BolaWrap over other tools on their toolbelt. Its no-harm nature assists our officers in effectively dealing with our community which has made a noticeable difference,” said Chief Gary Tomatani of the Hawthorne Police Department. “The positive impact on both officer-citizen interactions and our overall community safety cannot be understated.”
BolaWrap has proven its effectiveness in providing law enforcement officers with a means of safely restraining individuals in crisis without causing injury. This proactive approach aligns with the evolving landscape of law enforcement where de-escalation, empathy, and community engagement are paramount. As BolaWrap continues to be integrated into law enforcement agencies across the country, Wrap Technologies remains committed to its mission of improving public safety and elevating the standards of modern policing.
For more information about Wrap’s BolaWrap Solution, please visit wrap.com.
About Wrap
Wrap Technologies, Inc. (Nasdaq: WRAP) is a leading global provider of advanced public safety solutions, integrating ultramodern technology, cutting-edge tools, and comprehensive services to address the complex, modern day challenges facing public safety organizations around the world. Guided by a no-harm principle, Wrap is dedicated to developing groundbreaking solutions that empower public safety agencies to safeguard the communities they serve in a manner that fosters stronger relationships. Driving safer outcomes, empowering public safety and communities to move forward together.
Wrap’s BolaWrap® solution encompasses an innovative and patented hand-held remote restraint device, strategically engineered with Wrap’s no-harm guiding principle to proactively deter escalation by deploying a Kevlar® tether that safely restrains individuals from a distance. Combined with BolaWrap® training, certified by the esteemed International Association of Directors of Law Enforcement Standards and Training (IADLEST), Wrap enables officers from over 900 agencies across the US and 60 countries around the world, with the expertise to effectively use BolaWrap® as an early intervention measure, mitigating potential risks and injuries, averting tragic outcomes. Saving lives with each wrap.
Wrap Reality™, the Company’s advanced virtual reality training system, is a fully immersive training simulator and comprehensive public safety training platform equips first responders with the discipline and practice to prevent escalation, de-escalate conflicts, and apply appropriate tactical use-of-force measures to better perform in the field. By offering a growing range of real-life scenarios, Wrap Reality™ addresses the dynamic nature of modern law enforcement situations for positive public safety outcomes. Building safer communities one decision at a time.
Wrap’s Intrensic solution is a comprehensive, secure and efficient body worn camera and evidence collection and management solution designed with innovative technology to quickly capture, safely handle, securely store, and seamlessly track evidence, all while maintaining full transparency throughout the process. With meticulous consolidation and professional management of evidence, confidence in law enforcement and the justice system soars, fostering trust and reliability in court outcomes. Intrensic’s efficient system streamlines the entire process seamlessly, empowering all public safety providers to focus on what matters. Expediting justice with integrity.
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Wrap, the Wrap logo, BolaWrap®, Wrap Reality™ and Wrap Training Academy are trademarks of Wrap Technologies, Inc., some of which are registered in the U.S. and abroad. All other trade names used herein are either trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective holders.
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