Violent agitation

●Critical

⚠️ Check: Is the area safe for you to approach?

Get safe. Call 112. One calm voice. Do not fight alone.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT shout back or surround the person.

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DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Do NOT attempt physical restraint unless trained and absolutely necessary.

Any active violence or credible threat needs police and medical response.

DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Sedation and medical evaluation may be needed in hospital.
DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Underlying medical emergency (low sugar, head injury) must be considered.

Know your limits: DEVELOPMENT FIXTURE — Safety, de-escalation from distance, and call professionals. Restraint is last resort for trained responders.

This helper does not contact emergency services. You must call yourself.

When you are safe, you can read more about this emergency.

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