What does the GSG 9 do?

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What does the GSG 9 do?

Operations. GSG 9 is deployed in cases of hostage-taking, kidnapping, terrorism, extortion and high-risk arrests i.e. in the area of serious and organised crime. An increasing number of arrests by the GSG 9 are conducted in the area of cybercrime which often requires quick arrests in order to preserve evidence.

What weapons does the GSG 9 use?

GSG-9
Weapons Remington 870 Shotgun, HK G36, HK PSG1 Sniper Rifle, Stingball Grenade
Origin Germany
Activities Counter-terrorism unit
Service 1973-Present

What does SWAT do?

The SWAT Team is called upon to respond for service of high-risk search and arrest warrants; incidents involving barricaded suspects, hostage rescues, or active shooters; crowd control; and other situations requiring resources beyond the capacity of the patrol division.

Is GSG 9 special forces?

Special Forces | Arms & Equipment GSG-9 (GrenzSchutzGruppe 9) is a special forces counter-terrorism service of the German government. The group was formed on April 17th, 1973 and features approximately 250 personnel under the authority of the German Government and its Federal Police.

How elite is GSG 9?

GSG9 is highly regarded as an elite counter-terrorism and special operations unit of the German Federal Police, performing missions similar to the British SAS in regards to hostage rescue and counter-terrorism.

Can I join GSG 9?

Individuals can join GSG 9 through one of two methods: As a currently serving police officer of the German Federal Police; or. As a currently serving police officer of another German police force.

Is SWAT under FBI?

FBI Special Weapons and Tactics Teams are specialized part-time tactical teams (SWAT) of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). The FBI maintains SWAT teams at each of its 56 field offices throughout the country.

Does SWAT really exist?

In the United States, a SWAT (special weapons and tactics) team is generic term for a law enforcement unit that uses specialized or military equipment and tactics.

Is the GSG 9 good?

Although German authorities did their best, they were horribly ill-prepared for such a crisis. Since their establishment, GSG9 has worked with the SAS and other counter terrorist teams on various rescue missions so they are highly competent.

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