Because it's harder to pick and choose trial evidence that exonerates the cops of their malfeasance unless you have something evidencing that they told them to stop before they fired their gun, regardless of whether they actually said it before firing their gun.
Wounded people can still shoot you back/stab you. They may even be more likely to do so due to the shock and adrenaline rush. Also the fact that one has been shot indicates that they probably had something in their hands in the first place or were unwilling to show that they didn't.
If the person is able and willing to surrender after being shot, showing their hands (empty of anything they may have been holding before) and following instructions means the police can start first aid and bring in EMS sooner. The ambulance doesn't come in until it is safe to do so which won't be until after a search is done and handcuffs are applied. Specific details beyond that and exceptions to the norm would depend on local policies.
To have a court excuse in case they shoot again. "Didn't comply. Hid hands. I felt threatened."
Ever hear about medal of honour winners killing 12 people with 5 bullets in them? Bullets aren't always show stoppers
Add some meth or fentanyl to the mix and it's sadly pretty much zombie rules to put them down.
I'm going to guess they are terrified and excited and just yelling random cop noises.
To shoot you again in case you are still alive
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