Former Police Captain gets shot 6 TIMES while getting mugged

On this episode, Fieldcraft Survival's CEO Mike Glover and Media Director Austin Lester break down videos that depict real-life self-defense scenarios.
The first video is of a retired Oakland police captain engaged in a fatal shooting during an attempted robbery. The shooting occurred at a Chevron gas station on 10-21-21.
This series serves as an 'after-action report' for the everyday civilian that's looking to learn beyond the flat range.
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[@102tbl4]

It’s really amazing they didn’t find and acquire the victims firearm while mugging him…

[@waynemensen4252]

Another reason for appendix. Nobody wants to touch that.

[@dztripp2491]

My first thought.

[@willwilliams2944]

@@waynemensen4252 That would be the first place they check though since that is the most popular way to carry especially without a holster.

[@zguy95135]

That’s probably why he was more passive in the beginning, so he could pull stuff out of his pockets to hand over vs being searched.

[@dex2591]

@@willwilliams2944 They aren't generally known for their intelligence.

[@redneckninja2539]

So if you read the deadliest men by Paul Kirchner, there's a guy named Lance Thomas ( if I remember correctly) who owned a watch shop in California. He successfully defended himself against armed robbers multiple times and was asked why he didn't just turn over his merchandise and maybe the criminals would let him live. His answer was that was leaving the decision up to the criminal.

[@harrydexter8426]

As I recall he, the watch shop owner, killed 3-5 suspects. The store was located in LA County. I remember when the incidents occurred.

[@mikemcc1156]

Yeah I watched the interview of that guy. he is prepared

[@TechnoMinarchist]

Yeah, never put your life in the hands of those who mean you harm.

[@brotherbootlegger1777]

He should've said "because I keep winning"

[@wadewilson8011]

Never leave your fate up to someone else's decision. MMA and military personnel know this all too well.

[@Freelunch10]

The danger during daylight is a very real threat. I live 15mins outside of Minneapolis and we just had a shootout at a near by gas station where over 40 casings were recovered, and it happened around 2pm! It is more important than ever to make sure you leave the house prepared.

[@michaelcastano2746]

I'm guessing you live in Brooklyn Park it's gotten insane the amount of shootings there now. Many instances where 30+ shots have been fired in the last 18 months day and night. I stay in St.Paul and we just had a shootout where over 100 shots where fired a couple days ago that didn't even make the news.

[@hotelfoxtrot19]

Lets take for a moment and all agree the pacing and events that transpired on the second video was REAL fuckin weird in general. From the guy walking to slight jogging, to the randomly pulling a gun from the bush like this is fuckin Fortnite or something to the officer turning around and running away and the guy NOT shooting that officer, to the officer at distance engaging suspect WITH A PENCIL IN HIS HAND, finally to the initial officer having ample time to align the perfect shots.... What a weird rollercoaster of events.

[@Terron35]

Gun fights are weird man

[@westtrumpet7]

i love it when you guys post these videos! definitely helps us good citizens to know what to do and not to do in some situations

[@lifeholdstrategic]

Former police "Captain" says it all. Once you get to that level you are a admin guy/gal and probably haven't participated in any real police training in years. Then you retire and it makes it 10x worse.

[@6gunbeaufordiii514]

i cant believe the mental gymnastics people go through to call the muggers the victims 16:28 its the swiss army pistol... it comes with a pen, shaving kit, calculator, compass, scissors, a bayonet, and can be chambered in 45, 40, or 357

[@fishandwhistle1516]

That cop was like "this is my favorite pen I'd rather die than let it hit the dirt"

[@dirtyjoe5694]

Awesome episode. I saw this one on active self protection glad I got to see Mike break it down.

[@benj1b]

You guys were very kind with the second video. This was pure luck this officer wasn't hit or killed. He had every opportunity to stop this before it happened or at least end it quickly. Luckily the officers weren't hit, but it just goes to show you police need more training NOT to be defunded

[@williamrunner6718]

You crack me up. haha

[@wadewilson8011]

@@williamrunner6718 well, he's right. I'm an African American Marine Corps veteran. I look at situations like this from various different aspects. And although police brutality is an issue in this country. I agree that defunding is a HUGE mistake. People who call out for "defunding the police" are ignorant, uneducated, and naive. If anything, funds need to be INCREASED for tactical training as well as psychological profiling for hiring purposes, amongst others. Training really needs to be incorporated to instill muscle memory in various situations.

[@bryanb2886]

that officer was closer to tackling the armed suspect than getting to that truck.

[@NoBrakes23]

That second officer took Bulwer-Lytton's old adage about, the pen being "mightier than the sword," to heart. Pen + Gun = extra mighty.

[@aharris87]

I have been telling people these "criminals", they take this seriously whether you want to believe it or not. They "train" in their own ways. They have credentials. They have everyday carry. They do their investigations. They do their surveillance. Don't underestimate them because it is their job.

[@Op4Grunt0311]

The second video the suspect is looking away after he told him he’s under arrest, the suspect was looking for a way to getaway.

[@100based9]

It’s a shame black rifle disavowed rittenhouse when he was taken into custody. They lost all of my respect after that. If you’re going to market yourself as a patriotic business then at least follow through with it and act like it don’t just say it to sell product. Cowards

[@manictiger]

Agreed. This country needs strong people and those people aren't strong. Possibly even more dangerous than leftists, because at least leftists telegraph that they are the enemy.

[@dangerousfreedom5340]

They’re fucking cowards. I bet the dudes in this video breaking down this situation probably still support BRCC too, after all they’re still “brothers-in-arms”.

[@kelancole5947]

Hindsight is 20/20. It’s easy to say what we would have done or what they should have done. Being in the situation and just spectating the situation is a BIG difference.

[@christianstorm8854]

The pen is mightier then the sword 😂😂😂 and never drops that pen 🖊 must have been a Montblanc. Lmao!

[@colbr06]

These are always great.

[@journeyoflovelight]

Thank you for this break down. Could you do a break down and teach about having a Child or young person with you to protect in stores and in the car. We have groups of people taking over stores and areas around the stores (blocking streets). I really appreciate the info your sharing. My Father was retired from the sheriff's Department. He carried what he called a "pocket gun" It fit in his back pocket perfectly. This was in the 70s.

[@MADFISHINREELS]

I’m a new subscriber and pretty much a noob when it comes to firearms to be honest. I’ve learned a ton from just binging this channel for the past 3 hours (🤯) but I’m not here to comment on your elite knowledge on these situations. I’m commenting on the format at which these “react thingy miggies” videos are done. I would suggest before y’all get into the talking aspect of the action footage y’all are reviewing, is to let the whole action video y’all are looking at play out on full screen before y’all starting commenting and pausing the action footage. Once the unpaused action footage plays out, THEN proceed with pausing and give your thoughts. Hope this makes sense and no disrespect. Your videos have answered a ton of questions this fishing noob has had! Much love from Texas!!

[@MrJblazejr]

Love these series

[@handlemyhandle]

I really appreciate these shooting breakdowns and analysis of shootings, particularly in EDC situations, because of the educational opportunity it gives your viewers. I would be interested in a video as well where the EDC/Law enforcement officer makes as many good moves as possible and we are able to hear both Mike's and Austin's praise and reinforcement of the good behaviors and maneuvers

[@Jer-Michael]

Absolutely appreciate these videos.. perspective is huge! Salute

[@tonysalvo9095]

He might of let em go and then they smoke him just for fun because they have already shown they're willing to strong arm rob someone (happens too often on the ASP channel). Most people don't understand when deadly force is justified or not, they just think emotionally. Also, in Waukesha our criminal first policy in Milwaukee of releasing violent criminals cause bail is racist caused that tragedy. We've also cut our dept in Milwaukee in half because defund the police and carjackings up 100%, murder about 50 and so on. Love all you do and thanks for the content you all produce!

[@cjbecker1683]

Mr. Brooks should have had a far higher bail for his first vehicle encounter. As a Wisconsin resident I hope a few of the victims families go after that pile of 💩 District Attorney 😡 My heart absolutely breaks for the parents of the 8 year old killed as our son is only 9 😢

[@tonysalvo9095]

@@cjbecker1683 prayers for all the families but I only have one disagreement with you and that's that he shouldn't have been granted bail at all. He jumped bail multiple times and had a warrant out in a different state for abuse of a child plus he ran over his gf with the same SUV. Any time anyone jumps bail the judge considers that a flight risk and the DA but like you said our POS DA is literally for letting violent criminals out of prison.

[@cjbecker1683]

@@tonysalvo9095 Total agreement I didn't know all the extras & try not to watch the news, we cut the cord long ago, all it does is piss me off especially this which was horrendous 😡 I'm actually amazed they took him alive.....

[@waynemensen4252]

You have to believe they aren't going to leave a witness. Because, some will not. You can't take that Chance.

[@manictiger]

I'd go a step further and say that the authorities have entirely abandoned us and turned on us, and that in order for crime to go down, we need to simply band together and delete any and every thief. That is the only way it will be reduced. These woke imbeciles don't care about anything except their virtue signaling. And, heck, maybe they should die, too. This country is totaled otherwise. It won't recover without violence. We're fast becoming Venezuela, and I don't think it's by accident.

[@Jack-oz4bf]

More, more, more, we want more of these videos! They are so useful! I send them to every family member.

[@Adam-ie3cf]

3 second decisions kill you. 5 seconds saves you. Take the two seconds to evaluate your position and react accordingly.

[@Freelunch10]

Compliance of the victim does not guarantee safety

[@robbiecleighmarks3088]

Great critiques. One thing I've always thought is IF POSSIBLE, everyone gets firsts before anyone gets seconds. Of course every situation is unique.

[@dylanturley7291]

I was at a pump once and looked in my rear view mirror and saw a man in a hoodie walking fast to my truck. I real quickly locked the door and my window were tinned so dark he couldn’t see in. He walked up and tired to open my door then realized it was locked and walked off. Blood was pumping and I’m sure he wouldn’t have like the Glock 17 on the other side awaiting him.

[@HoodRoI3]

Let the clip roll one time without pauses. Then go through it and talk about it. ❤️💪🙏

[@EternalDeath14]

3:56 you're severely underestimating how criminals operate. What happens a lot is gangs get some young gang member with little to no criminal history to join Army, Marine Corps, etc to go into the infantry and learn these tactics. Then they come back after their 4 years and teach their little gang members those small unit tactics.

[@jeffmoore4940]

Where did you hear that?

[@dangerousfreedom5340]

You’re thinking of the cartels man, most of these petty criminals don’t know shit.

[@Northanteus]

@@jeffmoore4940 He was joking. 😁

[@viccao8431]

Is it valid that for the first video, going behind the car or gas pump would also give him line of sight of the guy he shot just in case he isn'y fully dead? Something feels wrong about turning your back on that guy while engaging the other suspects.

[@benjohnson5552]

More of these videos!

[@saltysergeant1620]

Great breakdown! Only mistake is being a large target in an open environment. Covet provides that protection needed

[@calbearjz]

These are super helpful, thank you

[@nothingnewtome1]

I love that the assumption is that they have no formal training… like it’s not possible a criminal can go take a class of any kind. Lol

[@marcuscarsonsr]

Actually a Retired Captain. Well known in Oakland.

[@BB-yh5rd]

We've seen over the past year that even criminals that are arrested get revolving doored out in public and even before they're tried for the original crime go out and commit next level violence. I think this guy went instinctively into cop mode and was thinking if these guys get away they'll drive a few blocks to the next gas station and do the same thing. If they're willing to brandish and fire the next victim will be killed. Self defense is poorly defined by the law and completely unrealistic. I don't care if guys drive off, who knows if they don't have a fifth guy standing by the store as backup to the driver? You mentioned they used almost a trained tactic, that means they've done this before. My opinion is once someone flashes a gun at you and especially if they discharge they continue to be a threat until arrested or neutralized. Some subjective line of "are they a threat or not" and drawing some 20/20 hinsight scenario as a third person is ridiculous. I spend a lot of time in court rooms dealing where the law tries to draw an objective line in a situation that was fluid, fast and totally subjective.

[@norsegirl7]

Great video! I enjoyed the analysis; conversation was very informative and a helpful reminder of situational awareness. Thanks!!!!!

[@teddydavid2816]

Dang those cops would have to do some serious training to get to bush league level.. Shooting one handed with a pen in between the grip of his pistol and the other guy running in a straight line with his back turned to an armed threat jeeze they were blessed that guy wasn't trying to do anything but die..

[@wadewilson8011]

Second video: This perfectly explains the difference between military training and basic police training. Difference between engagement and retreat. The cop with the pen in his hand while firing is just flabbergasting.

[@vicentesanchez7168]

Love these Vids The Crew Is Excellent … appreciate the Good Talks … Always Calms Me Down Reviewing with you Gentlemen Stay Safe Great content…

[@carritohmc]

Yeah, the pen issue was the stress reaction, amazed he was even able to draw with it, I heard a story of someone having a pen and trying to pull the weapon out with a clenched fist, which is why I've always kept the habit of not having anything on my dominant hand until the encounter was somewhat controlled, this was lethal force, but even in a simple DUI people tend to run, fight, etc. so pen and ticket should've ideally not been pulled out until the "problematic" suspect was in handcuffs or after the initial interaction and them gauging the situation (it seems they had an idea he was drunk from the witnesses or other person involved in the accident). Either way, hindsight is 20/20, thanks for the videos.

[@jsummers62]

Mike with a mouth full of jerky, “You can do whatever you want!”😂

[@whocan81]

So im curious what your thoughts are and which pump you choose to use assuming they are all open when u pull in . Ive never really thought about it but would think the first one would be best so there is no option for someone to pull up directly behind you

[@cpoppa3875]

He’s an ex PO his instinct to pursue is what he’d done for his career.

[@martymartin1683]

Good stuff from beginning to end. Thanks!

[@KevinBravoG2G]

It's always great to see the evil/bad guys get eliminated.

[@Ofmyownvolition]

I saw a video of an old man who was mugged while pumping gas and the old gangsta pulls out the pump nozzle and starts spraying the attackers. Didn’t even bat an eye

[@11ccom]

Some of the best training stuff.

[@harrydexter8426]

By using a firearm you have already committed your intent to harm. The retired officer was in fear of his life!😊🇺🇸

[@AriePharmD]

I like to fuel up on the end pump if possible. One way to gain the tactical advantage in this scenario.

[@Doc_Roe]

If that cop didn't have a partner, I think he would have been killed or at least shot..Thank you guys for what you do! Love the breakdowns so much good knowledge! Keep doing your thing!

[@sisleymichael]

Good break down.

[@comeoncents3288]

Why am I not getting your channel to pop up? I’m subscribed but have to search aside to find recent videos.

[@comptondrew769]

Great episode and great analysis what I see is if he would’ve went opposite direction of the threat and went around the gas pumps he could’ve engaged them in a position where they would’ve had to readjust their bodies to acquire him and he would’ve had fire superiority for that moment

[@bestjobieverhad9584]

This retired cop owns a dispensary... they probably followed him

[@CSAccetura]

I'm so happy the beef jerky comes with the tiny bag of beef jerky inside

[@ryanbuckley5529]

Hey Mr. Bad Ass! Hope you’re having a great safe weekend brother!🤙 much love and Respect. 🙏🏼🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🏼

[@blackninja9653]

I’ll judge it for you Les…. He was more worried about being judged by 12 than carried by 6 and he’s lost his larceny mailing it in everyday… complacency will kill you or someone else

[@twombley96]

I freaking love these. Keep them coming please!

[@Janzer_]

with the hoodie dude in black, i think the problem is we're pushing police to be super calm with anything and not escalate anything, so they're afraid to use force until the violence is already happening. this is what we've done to cops.

[@AbsoluteKelvin]

Enjoyed the video break down.

[@ambrosiod605]

You never tell someone they are under arrest until you have "hands on them". If you know you are arresting the person, you grab them first and use whatever force necessary to control them 100%. If that means just grabbing the back of their pants and jamming them against the vehicle with a knee between their legs, or slamming them on the ground and getting in a "ground and pound position with their face in the ground. A cop should never have a suspect lose contact after they know an arrest is imminent.

[@Isaac_Davis_]

👍🏻x1000

[@johnkaiser6710]

Complacency is the enemy of preparedness.

[@andrewtaylor8124]

Smooth beef jerky transfer.

[@pistolgrips]

True that 99% of the job is mundane, which is the best excuse for being 100% hyper aware the moment the suspect says ‘No’ to being handcuffed. I think it’s fair to say that guaranteeing the well placed shot is a tenet of winning a gun fight and that is (or should be) stressed at every level of training. Perhaps that is truly a result of ‘falling back on your training’, as basic as that may be in this case. I can say without a doubt the outcome of this encounter was a result more of luck rather than tactics.

[@somebb]

I like how the cohost's woredrobe morphed into Glover's.

[@harrydexter8426]

God comments & analysis of circumstances!👍😊🇺🇸

[@user-sx2nq3kt3xTheresaDale]

😢 great podcast

[@dangerousfreedom5340]

Crazy situation

[@Mr4Seven]

This is why living in Chicago even thought in one of the best zip codes ( northbrook” I refuse to leave home without my 92fs beretta no matter what. Shit can happen to anyone anywhere as this video reflects so strongly. A coo getting stuck up in the middle of the day. It’s a risk leaving home without one. Stay strapped or get popped. 🤷‍♂️

[@OvelNick]

He's pulling the trigger with his thumb or middle finger. Or am I seeing that wrong? It looks like his index finger is holding the pencil and pistol. Question answered. That's insane.

[@jeremyoakman8189]

Austin should not assume that they have no formal training

[@johnm5695]

Great video. Thanks.

[@lc6636]

I think his gun was above his pockets. The only mistake he made was coming out behind the pump.

[@yourpaljody]

I'm a big fan of your content. A couple times now I've name dropped you on Tim Pool's timcast channel. He's a Podcaster that has had several segments and sponsors with relation to preparation and 2nd amendment rights. I think you would provide valuable content for him, and his large viewership could give you some of the traffic you deserve. Hope to see you on there some day!

[@nbomb1531]

Someone lied to mike about the cost of the new setup

[@jrogers9660]

Everyone gets first before anyone gets seconds or thirds! 1 round on target in rapid succession before reengaging any threat. You would be playing on the fight or flight response of the suspects and I’m doing so you have created space, which creates options. That’s my answer to your question at 12:00ish about how many rounds to you put into a situation with multiple suspects

[@ChefBoyarDEEZ]

Man, crazy. And these are the places where the local gov doesn't want you to be able to take care of yourself. They make it impossible to get a conceal carry yet they are facilitating a rise in crime we haven't seen since the crack epidemic. I live outside Baltimore and work in Baltimore and boy do I wish I could carry a pistol with me but it's impossible to get a wear and carry here.

[@manictiger]

It might be worse than back then, because now it's everywhere. It used to just be localized to certain cities. I think this country is being sabotaged. This isn't incompetence; it's treason.

[@Dave-is4un]

👍Thanks for the upload

[@knucklechucklehead1168]

2nd video: The officer would of mitigated a lot of risk if he had his second officer with him when he decided to arrest the suspect.

[@yup9647]

More of these!

[@jonathanvelez4385]

Great video!

[@Mr.SugeWhite]

I was a bodyguard for a rapper in oakland & we used to go to that gas station all the time on our way out of town cuz its right off the freeway.

[@21exodus]

i wanna see what mike thinks of the micah johnson shooting video

[@madpup1962]

Perfect example of when robbers will come back for more is the family robbed at gunpoint for their dog , they came back to their home stealing their Mercedes.

[@sc-ie6kg]

A suggestion. Please show the video in it's entirety before doing the stop and go

[@littlejohn590]

What about being able protect his property and not just his life?

[@davidsteward9580]

Kudos on the former officer for swift TT on the bad guys

[@stevenkeithley4336]

Practice Practice Practice and practice some more. Stay safe be well Mike, and those viewing too.

[@markcook9941]

Great critique guys Johnny on?the spot on both. Pumps for me are too too close gets my heightened awareness incoming outgoings movements even the wind shifts like to be mid pick up bed opposite side of fueling to give a somewhat un approachable behavior always armed gun and knife. Gas stations are the worst place for questions or conversations with unknowns Red alerts on people.

[@Patriotx-gx4ce]

Never relax......

[@offtherip3198]

First rule of defense, if an Altima pulls up.. just leave

[@jymesbynd4931]

Wait, did I miss where the suspect had a gun? Was it in the bush? I

[@ReefMimic]

26:05 I can safely say I never shot a pistol with a pencil in my shooting hand. My Paintball has a double trigger for faster shooting. Only time I used my middle finger and index to pull the double trigger. I can’t imagine using the middle finger for a real pistol. With the pencil I’m the way I don’t he’s using his index finger to fire

[@christopherjames1453]

Was it a five shot revolver??

[@timothycaldwell3785]

anytime im pumping gas, even in a safe area, I never stay by the pump and im always looking around. I dont care who thinks i look wierd or what stupid woman tries to claim im staring at her.

[@100based9]

These videos are my favorite