Dossier
double-tap attacks
Coverage of double-tap attacks in the Nexus archive.
- SITUATIONER: ‘Double-tap’ terrorist attacks expose tactical gap in LEAs’ training
Terrorists are increasingly using a 'double-tap' strategy, first attacking police installations and then ambushing reinforcements, resulting in significant casualties. Over the past three years, 16 police personnel, including three deputy superintendents, have been killed in such attacks. Senior officials criticize insufficient training and planning as key factors in the losses.