National Geographic puts viewers on the front lines of a high-stakes crisis in the upcoming episode of Life or Death: The Negotiators. “The Negotiators vs. Armed Security Guards” reconstructs a tense hostage situation and airs Wednesday, May 21 at 10:00 PM ET.
The episode details events in San Juan City, Metro Manila, where former security guard Alchie Paray shot a colleague and subsequently held 55 individuals hostage inside a shopping mall. The documentary will examine the critical tactics and de-escalation strategies employed by skilled negotiators.
Life or Death: The Negotiators explores the decision-making processes of some of the world’s top crisis intervention specialists. Each installment analyzes real-life incidents where communication and psychological understanding are paramount, highlighting the immense pressure and split-second choices faced in potentially lethal circumstances.
