Check out this former Delta Force operator's loadout for taking down human traffickers

Check out this former Delta Force operator’s loadout for taking down human traffickers

by George E. Hand IV · August 20, 2017

I work in counter human traffic (CHT), running street operations in “the Q,” Albuquerque, New Mexico. Here, the season on traffickers is open all year long, and there is no bag limit. Just don’t step up to the line dry (1).

My current self-preservation posture is best described in my statement to my boss, words to the effect of, “Boss, I’m going to spend some money. I want to put as many things between my fists and my gat (2) as possible on the street.” I said that much to the delight of my boss and our task force founder, as shootouts could prove to be fatal to the longevity of his CHT task force.

My current carry loadout

Dagger: personal protection, Benchmade. This is used for close-in fighting when fisticuffs just won’t answer the mail. It is sharp, sturdy, easy to conceal, and very easy to hold on to. Not effective against crank tweakers (3).

About George E. Hand IV

Master Sergeant US Army (ret) from the 1st Special Forces Operational Detachment-Delta, The Delta Force. Post military I worked for 16 years as a subcontract to the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) on the nation's nuclear test site north of Las Vegas Nevada. Currently, I am working for DeliverFund llc as an Intelligence Analyst and street operative in the fight against human trafficking. I'm a master cabinet-grade woodworker and master photographer. I have high military ratings in six foreign languages.

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Charlotte
Much respect Geo! Learn something new and useful from every article (shocking sometimes too). Can't get that first pic out of my head. Little girls and boys should never have to face HT and I wish I had a can of that pepper spray right now “PSHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHT!” Stay safe doing the good work...
Alex G
Very cool. Thanks for the info. It's sad to hear the stories of how human trafficking is growing here in Detroit. I wish there was something I could do to help using my skills. I'm glad to hear there are people like you out there with your experience level and the heart to do what you do.
Alan t
Wasp spray
Micky M
No matter how many times i see the above photo it tugs at my heart.
Larry B
Geo. You're doing God's work Brother. If you can use an extra hand that's also a medic, please let me know. Brandon can probably give you my info or let me know a good way to contact you. Thanks for all that you do.