Several Major Cities Across Canada to Deploy Axon's TASER 7 Device

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Axon (Nasdaq: AXON) announced significant deployments of its TASER 7 devices across various Canadian police agencies, enhancing community safety. Major orders include 1,000 units for Calgary Police Service and 290 for York Regional Police. The TASER 7 reportedly de-escalates situations between 70% to 90% of the time when presented, contributing to safer interactions. Axon's ongoing effort demonstrates its commitment to equipping law enforcement with effective tools, further integrating these devices into the Axon Evidence network.

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• Deployment of 1,000 TASER 7 devices to Calgary Police Service.
• 290 TASER 7 devices ordered by York Regional Police.
• TASER 7 de-escalates situations 70% to 90% of the time when presented.

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To date, over 50 agencies in Canada are now using TASER 7, keeping both officers and communities safe

CALGARY, ON and SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), the global leader in connected public safety technologies, and its subsidiary, Axon Public Safety Canada, Inc., today announced that several major agencies across Canada will deploy TASER 7 devices to officers across the country as a part of an ongoing effort to better serve their communities. According to reports from police services in Ontario including Toronto, simply presenting a TASER device de-escalates a situation between 70% to 90% of the time, without having to deploy a cartridge, which leads to safer interactions for all involved.

Significant TASER 7 orders were received from the following Canadian agencies in Q2 and represent only those agencies granting permission to be named:

• Calgary Police Service- 1,000 TASER 7 devices on the TASER 7 Certification Plan
• York Regional Police - 290 TASER 7 devices on the TASER 7 Certification Plan

Agencies throughout Canada are turning to the TASER 7 as an effective way to de-escalate situations, including Peel Regional Police, Toronto Police Service and Edmonton Police Service who all have joined the Axon Network and deployed TASER 7 within their communities.

"We are humbled to see agencies across Canada expanding their TASER programs," says Vishal Dhir, Senior Vice President, Americas. "Axon's latest and most advanced energy device, the TASER 7, is a critical de-escalation tool to help keep both officers and communities safer. By adopting these devices, these agencies can continue to make positive impacts in the communities they serve with safer outcomes."

The TASER 7 is the most effective TASER device yet, with services that are seamlessly integrated into Axon Evidence. By leveraging Axon's TASER 7 Certification plan, these agencies will receive TASER 7 devices, holsters, rechargeable batteries, instructor training, end-user training and access to ongoing online training content.

About Axon Public Safety Canada

Axon is a network of devices, apps, and people that help law enforcement and public safety personnel become smarter and safer. With a mission of protecting life, our technologies give customers the confidence, focus and time they need to keep their communities safe. Our products impact every aspect of a public safety officer's day-to-day experience.

We work hard for those who put themselves in harm's way for all of us. To date, more than 268,00 lives and countless dollars have been saved with the Axon network of devices, apps and people. Learn more at https://ca.axon.com or by calling (800) 978-2737. Axon is a global company with headquarters in Scottsdale, Ariz. and global software engineering hub in Seattle, Wash., as well as additional offices in Toronto, Canada, Australia, Finland, Vietnam, the UK and the Netherlands.

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FAQ

What recent development occurred with Axon regarding the TASER 7 in Canada?

Axon announced significant deployments of TASER 7 devices across multiple Canadian police agencies, including Calgary and York Regional Police.

How many TASER 7 devices did Calgary Police Service order?

The Calgary Police Service ordered 1,000 TASER 7 devices.

What percentage of situations does the TASER 7 de-escalate according to reports?

The TASER 7 de-escalates situations between 70% to 90% of the time when presented.

Which police agencies in Canada are deploying the TASER 7?

Agencies including Calgary Police Service, York Regional Police, Peel Regional Police, Toronto Police Service, and Edmonton Police Service are deploying the TASER 7.