What term is used for subjects who create a barrier from emergency personnel from rendering aid?

The term "Barricaded Suspects" refers to individuals who have taken a position that prevents emergency personnel from accessing a specific area or providing help to others in need. In situations involving barricaded suspects, these individuals typically have used physical barriers or have positioned themselves in a way that obstructs law enforcement or medical responders from intervening. This situation often escalates into a standoff, where negotiation and tactical response become necessary to resolve the incident safely.

In contrast, a hostage situation involves someone being held against their will, which can also create a barrier to emergency personnel, but specifically emphasizes the hostage's presence and the dynamic of the captor-captive relationship. An emergency blockade refers more generally to a physical obstruction created during a response to an emergency, but is not specific to human actions. The term "Threat Level" categorizes the perceived danger of a situation without necessarily describing the physical obstruction of aid. Thus, "Barricaded Suspects" is the most accurate and specific term when referring to individuals who impede emergency assistance.