The training involved a worst-case scenario, an active shooter with multiple injuries to citizens. Boise police, fire and EMS responded as if the situation was real, including practicing tactical maneuvers designed to quickly locate the suspect and stop the threat. Officers then worked with Fire and EMS to get medical attention quickly to the injured.I'm probably being unfair here--after all, we want emergency services to be able to respond to all contingencies in a "well regulated" fashion.
Forgive me if I'm jaded, and don't perceive the motive of authorities to be one of encouraging the true first responders to be able to...uh...respond, but rather, to increase dependence and reliance on them.
Me, I think it should be a team effort, and include citizens likely to be on scene if and when danger first appears. Without that, the response truly can't be considered comprehensive, and all the king's horses here will probably end up being a really well-equipped, world class clean-up crew.
Speaking of which, I have preliminary information the mall does not prohibit concealed carry. I called mall security and the person I needed to speak to was out so I left a voice mail. Any independent verification/sign photograph will be appreciated.
[Via AvgJoe]