MK | Klub Strzelecki Defendu

Mariusz Koziarski Memorial

...Husband, father, son, police officer, friend. He left a mark on the hearts of his loved ones and a void in the world, which we fill with the memory of him. We dedicate this competition to all those who look after the safety of others every day ...

Biography

Sub-inspector Mariusz Koziarski, an officer of the Independent Counter-Terrorism Sub-Unit of the Police in Wrocław. He died in the line of duty on 2 December 2017, during an operation to apprehend dangerous criminals. He was honored posthumously – awarded the Cross of Merit for bravery by decision of the President of Poland, and the Distinguished Police Officer gold badge by decision of the Minister of Internal Affairs and Administration; at the request of the Minister of Internal Affairs and Administration, he was also posthumously promoted by the President of Poland to the first officer rank of sub-inspector. He served in the police since 2003, having previously been a commando in Lubliniec.

Competition

* Deviations from the standard IDPA rules include the shooting order, magazine capacity, and disqualification rules: * anyone who hits an NT target (non-threat - i.e. a target with raised hands) is eliminated from the competition and disqualified, * anyone who fails to hit the target even once is disqualified, * stages are shot in order: 1, 2, 3 - if someone is eliminated on stage 1, they no longer shoot stages 2 and 3, * magazines must be loaded to full capacity, * a valid PZSS sport shooter's license is required to participate * the competition is intended for people who own their own firearm and are registered with IDPA * it is held under IDPA rules at the Klub Strzelecki Defendu shooting range * in the PCC and SPD equipment divisions, weapon-mounted or hand-held lights may be used * we provide hot coffee and a meal.