That is security screening to ensure that none who enter except law enforcement, are armed. That's why the federal agents sought, as law enforcement does every day, to utilize that safer environment to accomplish this arrest. But The defendant's Actions provided an opportunity for a wanted subject to flee outside that safe courthouse environment, which led to a dangerous foot chase through automobile traffic and eventually to an agent taking the subject to the ground, which is always hazardous for both the officer and the suspect. There was certainly potential for many other dangers as well. Thankfully, no one was injured in that apprehension. Law enforcement work is fraught with dangers, and our law enforcement officers put their lives on the line every day. (03:04–03:24)
CLAIM
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