In 2019, Hong Kong broke out anti-revision demonstrations. The police have repeatedly deployed "special-purpose vehicles for crowd management" (commonly known as water cannon vehicles) to enforce the law.
It is understood that three domestically-made "small water cannon trucks" newly purchased by the police arrived in Hong Kong today (22nd), with a total value of about 9.9 million yuan. Due to their small size, they are suitable for local side streets and narrow lanes. The police will deploy a total of 6 water cannon vehicles for the 3 European water cannon vehicles.
The police responded to the enquiry of "Hong Kong 01" and pointed out that in order to cope with the challenges and operational needs of the increasingly complex social environment, the police force has purchased 3 additional smaller water cannon vehicles. The police force requires all operators to be trained and follow the guidelines, and only use them. Enforce the law with the least force.
Anti-revision demonstrations broke out in Hong Kong in 2019, and the police have repeatedly deployed "special-purpose crowd management vehicles" to enforce the law.
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The Secretary for Security and former Commissioner of Police, Tang Ping-keung, revealed at the police's year-end in February this year that the police will add "small water cannon carts" and "hope that they can be used in narrow streets."
It is understood that three newly purchased "small water cannon trucks" have arrived in Hong Kong. After the final inspection and acceptance by the Electrical and Mechanical Services Department, they are expected to be received by the police in the first quarter of next year.
It is reported that the "Small Water Cannon Car" is produced in the Mainland, with a total value of about 9.9 million yuan. The water cannons and the launching power are the same as the water cannon cars currently in operation. However, the body is smaller and more flexible, which is suitable for Hong Kong. Used in side streets and narrow alleys.
Specifications and demonstrations of the previous generation of water cannon vehicles:
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Police: There are strict rules on the use of force
In response to the enquiry of "Hong Kong 01", the police stated that in order to cope with the challenges and operational needs brought by the increasingly complex social environment, the police has purchased 3 additional (smaller) "special-purpose vehicles for crowd management" to allow the police to operate in different environments. When performing crowd management work, there is one more option for mobile equipment.
The vehicles arrived in Hong Kong today.
The police pointed out that all operators are required to receive relevant driving, operation and safety training before using the vehicle, and strictly abide by the relevant codes and guidelines, including basic vehicle operation and safety guidelines, so that they can master the skills, safely and effectively Operate the vehicle.
The police emphasized that there are strict rules on the use of force, including the use of force only to the minimum level, warnings to the other party where circumstances permit before using force, and the opportunity for the persons concerned to comply with police instructions, and when the purpose is reached. Stop using force.
The relevant rules also apply when the police use "special-purpose vehicles for crowd management".
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According to the information, the three water cannons currently in service by the police are priced at 16.6 million yuan. They are produced by Heizhi in Germany and tailor-made in the French factory. The water cannon can carry 4 people and is 7.8 meters in length. The body is equipped with 15 water cannons. , The roof main gun has the strongest attack power, shooting water up to 1,200 liters per minute, water pressure up to 1,000 kPa, and shooting range up to 50 meters. It can rotate 180 degrees from side to side and circle 360 degrees to shoot water. The water cannon can also be mixed with tear gas and paint. .
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