The Attala County Sheriff’s Office has recently upgraded their tasers to Axon Taser 10’s and have gotten a VR headset for virtual training. Chief Deputy Kelly Mitchell, who offered a demonstration of these tasers, gives his thanks to Sheriff Curtis Pope for going to bat for the department and making upgrades like these possible. These new acquisitions have been a huge step forward for the department.
Studies from actual deployments have shown that tasers are far safer than other nonlethal options like pepper spray and batons. To further ensure safety, deputies are required to undergo 10 hours of training before being allowed to carry a taser on duty. The course involves classroom, VR, and live-fire training. The VR training uses a specially made training taser that connects to the headset via Bluetooth. It mimics the weight and functions of a real taser without actually firing.
Chief Deputy Mitchell also offered those of us visiting the office a chance to fire practice rounds out of the taser.
Ultimately, authorities want it to be known that tasers are not a weapon, but a tool to protect oneself and others from danger.
Jo
February 6, 2026 at 1:06 PMInteresting. Proud first the deputies will be able to protect themselves more and also to say Our sheriff doing great job too!