'The Grappler': Sheriff Unveils New Tool That Can Stop Fleeing Suspects In Their Tracks
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By Jeff Edwards
Published on April 27, 2026.
The Putnam County Sheriff's Office has introduced the Grappler, an advanced pursuit intervention tool that can safely stop fleeing vehicles and potentially prevent dangerous vehicle pursuits. The tool uses a net under a police car's front bumper to entangle the suspect vehicle’s rear wheel, allowing law enforcement to bring the fleeing vehicle to a controlled stop. The system was purchased using asset forfeiture funds.
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