Original sentence: In theory, the mere display of extending the baton may in some instances be terrifying to an aggressive person (due to both the sight and sound of the action, with a similar intimidation technique as used in pump-action shotguns), and may thus escalate to violently force submission or incapacitation of the target.It could also deescalate the situation through fear-motivated submission of the target without physical violence
Edited sentence: In theory, the mere display of extending the baton may in some instances be psychologically intimidating to an aggressive subject (due to both the sight and sound of the action, with a similar intimidation technique as used in pump-action shotguns), and may thus deescalate the situation and preclude the necessity of any physical force being used at all