Quote Originally Posted by slapout9 View Post
Actually there is an LE rule that should be used..... exigent circumstances......
Slap, I've heard of this very same situation (my brother-in-law is a LEO with the Capitol Police). The perp was in a building and the LEOs collectively decided that my Bro's 92-pound Shepperd should go first

... Sure as Sierra, the dude came outta the building pronto

Those circumstances that would cause a reasonable person to believe that entry (or other relevant prompt action) was necessary to prevent physical harm to the officers or other persons
Quote Originally Posted by Ken White View Post
P.S.
Happy New Year, Stan.
Hey Ken, Back at ya !