Tactical pressure inducing device

Abstract

The present invention provides a device and method for providing pressure to certain areas of an individual's body in order to subdue and restrain that individual. The During the process of apprehending or subduing a person, the law officer can use the tapered end of the flashlight to apply pressure to a pressure point on the individual in a manner similar to the conventional method of applying pressure with the fingers. The present invention provides a tapered end shape to device such as flashlight or baton that can be used to apply pressure to a pressure point location of an individual for the purpose of restraining or subduing the individual.

I claim:  
     
         1 . A pressure-inducing device for use in tactical procedures comprising a linear shaped bar having a first and a second end, said bar having a tapered shape at the first end and an end cap attached to said first end, such that said end cap is used as the contact point to induce pressure to an individual's body at a desired location.  
     
     
         2 . The pressure-inducing device as described in  claim 1  further comprising a handle attached to the bar at a location in close proximity to said second end of said bar, said handle used to control of the device.  
     
     
         3 . The device as described in  claim 1  wherein taper is approximately 25 degrees.