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What does the acronym ‘SWAT’ stand for?
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SWAT stands for Special Weapons and Tactics. The acronym originated in the late 1960s, when the Los Angeles Police Department began using SWAT teams to respond to high-risk situations. Today, SWAT teams are used by many police departments across the country to respond to dangerous situations, such as hostage situations, barricaded suspects, and high-risk warrant service.