Cops, dispatchers, firefighters, paramedics and truth-seeking civilians this show is for YOU. It’s TRUE true crime and current events by current and former first responders.
Mondays: UNCUFFED - where comedy meets crime news. J Derrell White and Eric Tansey are two ex-cops turned comedians and they deliver the funny truth.
Wednesdays: LAST CALL - Eric Tansey and Josh of Dead Leg Media team up to give you their spin on today’s current events.
Thursdays: ILLEGAL SHIFT- Chief Kiefer is a firefighter in Ohio with a clear Bengals bias. Calling him out on his spicy sports takes is Jon, a 911 dispatcher and probably the best Cowboys fan ever. If you're lost on sports, they'll keep you caught up.
Fridays: BREAKDOWNS - Former cop Eric Tansey and current street cop Tyler use their experience and job knowledge to break down audio/video of topical events that affect policing in the United States.
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Cops, dispatchers, firefighters, paramedics and truth-seeking civilians this show is for YOU. It’s TRUE true crime and current events by current and former first responders.
Mondays: UNCUFFED - where comedy meets crime news. J Derrell White and Eric Tansey are two ex-cops turned comedians and they deliver the funny truth.
Wednesdays: LAST CALL - Eric Tansey and Josh of Dead Leg Media team up to give you their spin on today’s current events.
Thursdays: ILLEGAL SHIFT- Chief Kiefer is a firefighter in Ohio with a clear Bengals bias. Calling him out on his spicy sports takes is Jon, a 911 dispatcher and probably the best Cowboys fan ever. If you're lost on sports, they'll keep you caught up.
Fridays: BREAKDOWNS - Former cop Eric Tansey and current street cop Tyler use their experience and job knowledge to break down audio/video of topical events that affect policing in the United States.
697. Every Cop Is A Negotiator: You Have To Be Willing To Talk
Failure To Stop
1 hour 3 minutes
2 weeks ago
697. Every Cop Is A Negotiator: You Have To Be Willing To Talk
Best-selling author and former police officer Eric Tansey breaks down intense body-camera footage from a Wisconsin police standoff that ended in tragedy. Early on July 26, 2024, De Pere Police responded to reports of a man armed with a rifle at the Perkofski Boat Launch. Multiple agencies—including Ashwaubenon Public Safety and the Brown County Sheriff’s Office—arrived and began crisis negotiations with the suspect, 44-year-old Scott H. McDonald.
According to the Wisconsin Department of Justice, officers tried to de-escalate the encounter, but when McDonald produced his rifle, officers from De Pere and Ashwaubenon discharged their weapons, striking him. Despite officers immediately rendering aid, McDonald was pronounced dead at the scene.
On September 17, the Brown County District Attorney announced that no law-enforcement officers will face criminal charges in connection with the shooting. Investigators confirmed all responding officers were equipped with body cameras, providing a full view of the tense standoff that night at the quiet Wisconsin park.
In this episode, Eric Tansey analyzes the critical moments leading to the fatal shot—highlighting the importance of verbal de-escalation, mental-health crisis response, and the split-second decisions officers face under extreme pressure. As a former cop and seasoned trainer, Tansey explains how the power of words can alter the outcome of a crisis, saving lives on both sides of the badge.
👉 Watch as Eric shares real-world insight into officer-involved shootings, crisis negotiation, and what every community can learn from the De Pere police standoff that shocked Wisconsin.
Keywords: De Pere police shooting, Scott McDonald Wisconsin, Eric Tansey body cam breakdown, officer-involved shooting analysis, law enforcement training, police negotiation, crisis response, Brown County District Attorney, DOJ investigation.
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Failure To Stop
Cops, dispatchers, firefighters, paramedics and truth-seeking civilians this show is for YOU. It’s TRUE true crime and current events by current and former first responders.
Mondays: UNCUFFED - where comedy meets crime news. J Derrell White and Eric Tansey are two ex-cops turned comedians and they deliver the funny truth.
Wednesdays: LAST CALL - Eric Tansey and Josh of Dead Leg Media team up to give you their spin on today’s current events.
Thursdays: ILLEGAL SHIFT- Chief Kiefer is a firefighter in Ohio with a clear Bengals bias. Calling him out on his spicy sports takes is Jon, a 911 dispatcher and probably the best Cowboys fan ever. If you're lost on sports, they'll keep you caught up.
Fridays: BREAKDOWNS - Former cop Eric Tansey and current street cop Tyler use their experience and job knowledge to break down audio/video of topical events that affect policing in the United States.
