Larry Hill, former deputy Ottawa police chief, said the last thing police officers want to do is to use deadly force. The non-violent arrest of the Toronto van attack suspect is being praised by many. Video taken by witnesses shows the suspect apparently pulling a gun when confronted by a lone police officer. The officer is seen to get the suspect to stand down, drop what he's holding, and make the arrest without incident. Doug Kirkland, a former police officer of 29 years, said the peaceful take down of the Toronto van attack suspect was 'damned good police work.'

Source: CBC News April 24, 2018 23:03 UTC