AP Exclusive: Border Patrol rejects curbs on deadly force against rock-throwers, vehicles
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The Border Patrol chief says agents can continue using deadly force against rock-throwers despite the recommendation of a government-commissioned review to end the practice.
The recommendations to prohibit deadly force against rock-throwers and people in vehicles were part of a broader internal examination of use-of-force policies and practices.
Border Patrol Chief Mike Fisher says U.S. Customs and Border Protection considered the proposed curbs very restrictive.
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Under current policy, agents can use deadly force if they have a reasonable belief that their lives or the lives of others are in danger.
Fisher tells The Associated Press that there shouldn't be exceptions — like rock attacks — in which agents are prohibited from using deadly force if they believe it's necessary.