Peter Whitford, CEO of Meridian Rapid Defense Group, emphasized that had New Orleans deployed the 700lb Archer barriers they already possessed, the outcome could have been entirely different. He stated that these barriers are effective in preventing vehicle rammings, citing their prior success in California. However, officials perceived them as too cumbersome, which led to their neglect. This negligence contributed to the tragic consequences of the attack, which could have been avoided.
Whitford remarked that following the attack, his team traveled to New Orleans to directly address the absence of necessary deployment equipment for the barriers. He emphasized the urgency of providing proper training for local police and maintaining the barriers stored in the city. This engagement aims to ensure future preparedness and effective response to potential threats, underlining the necessity of readily available public safety measures.
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