Swiss Transport Police to be Equipped with Stun Guns
Senate approves motion to allow transport police to use stun guns, marking significant change in law enforcement equipment policy.

Key Takeaways
- The Swiss Senate approved the motion to equip transport police with stun guns by a vote of 27 to 7.
- The motion was originally submitted by parliamentarian Michaël Buffat.
- Transport Minister Albert Rösti confirmed the government will amend the ordinance to allow the deployment.
- Swiss cantonal and local police forces began introducing Tasers as early as 2008.
By The Numbers
They Said
"Especially in 'obscure situations' where blunt objects or knives are used in the presence of many passengers."
"The government will amend the ordinance regulating the deployment of the transport police."