I just caught this video of the “latest” disturbing incident captured on video tape. So my usual warnings apply to the public and the media:
Remember, we weren’t there. Remember, we don’t know who this guy was or what he said. Also remember that police work often looks ugly, even if justified.
I also have notes of caution for all the cops out there; my friends included. For god’s sake, just know that everything you do is being videotaped! This used to be hyperbole, advice given to send a message to new recruits. Today, it is actually close to the truth.
So let us wait and see on the video, but remember that every action we take is being memorialized somewhere, and that in the end this is a good thing.
Jun 10, 2009 at 7:49 am
Wish there had been a video recently when a local LEO was involved in a fatal shooting. Let me give brief summary:
Off duty detective in neighborhood hears shots fired, calls it in to 911 apparently to have EMS and LE dispatched. Local deputy arrives, confronts shooter. Shooter says he was shooting at deer in his tater patch. This is approx 2200hrs EDT. According to deputy, man turned to deputy, drew handgun, pointed at deputy, deputy fired til threat abated (man down). Died later that night after being airlifted to trauma center.
Now community is filling with hate for officer. “Why the overkill?” (8 shots) “Why didn’t he just shoot him in his arm?” (gimme a friggin break!) “If my friend wanted to shoot him (the officer) he would already be dead.” etc, etc. See the comments at:
http://www.roaneviews.com/node/3174
I am so angry over the way some of these people are responding. I don’t believe I can respond adequately on the blog where this stuff is posted.
Color me pissed – and frustrated!
406, OUT
Jun 10, 2009 at 7:52 am
Oh and let me add: When man who was shot was approached, he was found to have loaded 9mm handgun IN HIS HAND, a loaded .22 cal handgun in his waistband, and a huge cache of weapons in his house. The deputy who did the shooting is suffering much emotional and mental pain over this. And all these people can do is bitch about how young he was, etc.
406, OUT
Jun 13, 2009 at 9:18 pm
That officer is screwed and will be out of a job. The tape doesn’t lie.
Jun 13, 2009 at 9:38 pm
While I might agree on the result, I am surprised to hear a PI being so immediate in their conclusion. Might I assume you generally work for plaintiffs who are suing the police?
Jun 16, 2009 at 2:59 am
Police department is the most controversial and discussed department. Some love their sacrifices and many hate their cruelty.
Nov 24, 2009 at 2:44 pm
kill a cop for christ that is all i need to say