New training prepares officers with over 700 different scenarios

HOBBS, N.M. (KRQE) – Police officers never know what may be waiting for them on a scene or traffic stop. With new technology, the Hobbs police department is preparing for as many scenarios as they can.
The adrenaline is pumping and there are only a few seconds to act.
“Those split second decisions whether the officer chooses the right weapon or not could mean life or death for people,” said Fidel Aldrete, Sergeant for the Hobbs Police Department.
With more than 700 life-li