Which technique is used for a one-handed cross-grab on the officer's holstered handgun from the front?

• A. The triangular Frame Retention and Rear Elbow Strike
• B. The triangular Frame Retention and Side Elbow Strike
• C. The 2-on-1 Takedown from Kneeling Handcuffing
• D. Handcuffed Subject Assist

Answer: (A)

In a front one-handed cross-grab on the officer’s holstered handgun, the priority is to secure the weapon and the attacker’s grabbing hand while creating space to disengage. The triangular Frame Retention provides a stable, protective grip around the weapon and the attacker’s hand, effectively locking the handgun to your frame so it can’t be easily redirected or torn away. Pairing that with a rear elbow strike delivers a quick, focused blow to disrupt the attacker’s balance and force their grip to break, allowing you to reclaim control and move to a safer position.

The other options don’t fit this exact scenario as well. A side elbow strike targets from the side, which can be less effective when the grab is coming from the front and you need to neutralize the grip and weapon line quickly. The remaining techniques are more about takedown or handcuffing sequences and aren’t addressing disarming or weapon retention from a front cross-grab.