Former Chicago cop, now I fight crime elsewhere | Looking for new perspective | Just here to give perspective and build bridges | R/Ts are not endorsements
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If it wasn't bystanders it was a micro managing sergeant or lieutenant that showed up dead last and would yell at cops to get back in service and answer calls.
So now your time to compose yourself was driving to a call, trying to read call notes, and (far too often)
I have seen such evil in the world that it's hard to look for justice.
Sometimes it feels easier to just want the worst for others who perpetrate the evil and wish for a bypass of justice.
Those words and actions are what justice will eventually bind to and bring those harbingers of destruction, chaos, and evil back to the scene (in court) where they will face justice.
It is not our call to ignore the details of justice, it's is our duty to ensure a just end is met for all.
#tatertime
Still alive, just not active.
However, found this super interesting
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Dear RG3: I’m not going to sit back and just allow you to create more of a divide with no understanding of the challenges of our job.
Bro. You are way off base. If you don’t want to be tackled and tased, you don’t shove push or assault officers. He was resisting to the point it made it extremely difficult to take him safely into custody. As a result, they had to utilize the taser to stop his actions so it would not escalate any further. Unless there is another camera angle that helps give a better perspective, I’m going to support the actions of the officers.
Folks, if you don’t want to get tackled, struck or tased, (and I don’t give a crap what color your are) do the complete opposite of what this man did. None of this would have happened if he would have had better self control.
The taser was not excessive, it was and is a deescalation tool. It served its purpose so they could finally take him into custody.
I challenge you to join the next citizens academy of your local precinct. If you are going to criticize, you may as well get an understanding of what you are criticizing.
This is COMPLETE OVERUSE OF FORCE by the Miami-Dade Police against Fred Kerley.
The same Fred Kerley, who just finished representing the USA and winning a Bronze Medal in the 100m at the 2024 Olympics in Paris. How do you represent your country and come home to unnecessary beat downs like this?
Being an Olympian doesn’t exempt you from being held accountable when you break the rules or the law of the land, but every human being should be exempt from being jumped and tased by 4 Police officers when it’s not warranted.
In this footage it is clear that Fred Kerley was going about his business and not the aggressor in the situation.
It is clear that the first Police officer put his hands on Fred for no apparent reason. From that point on, the Police officer escalated the situation by pushing Fred extremely hard after Fred clearly asked him not to touch him and gently removed his hand from his chest.
The Officer then charged Fred and Fred defended himself. In what world is it okay for a Police officer to unnecessarily push a civilian or charge them with violent intentions.
Watch for yourself and you will see that
NONE OF THIS WAS NECESSARY.
Murderers and terrorist get treated better than Fred Kerley was in this situation.
Murderers and terrorist get treated with more grace and patience than Fred Kerley was in this situation.
Ask yourself where is the audio from before the fight broke out?
Complying with the Police is always the best option, but American citizens should not be put in situations where they have to defend themselves from the Police.
The Police are supposed to be helping us not harming or intimidating us.
Was that accomplished here?
No it wasn’t.
Protect and serve the community, uphold the law fairly and ensure public safety.
Is that what this is?
No it’s not.
This is ABUSE OF POWER.
Fred Kerley didn’t deserve this.
No one does.
P.O. Potatoes retweeted
Last night, I shared a little about one of the hardest parts of my job: delivering death notifications. I want to thank everyone who read it, shared it, and took a moment to reflect. I didn’t expect it to get so much attention, but it’s been an active post, and I’m grateful for all the thoughtful comments.
Being open about this isn’t easy, but it’s VERY important to me. I’m just one trooper, and there are so many other first responders out there—troopers, deputies, firefighters, paramedics—doing amazing things every day. They don’t do it for recognition; they do it because they care. When I ask our troopers to share what they’ve done, most just say, “nah it’s no big deal. It’s part of the job.”
As we start the new year, if you see a first responder, take a moment to thank them. It really does mean a lot.
And if you’ve ever thought about becoming a state trooper, we’re looking for more. Visit KHPjobs.org to learn more.
Be safe,
Trooper Ben
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RIP to USMC Cpl. John Kinsel Sr. He passed away at the age of 107. He was one of the last 3 remaining Navajo Code Talkers and served with the 9th Marine Regiment & 3rd Marine Division during the taking of Iwo Jima. Enjoy your rest Marine 🇺🇸 🫡
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If the Army Navy game was enlisted, not officer candidates, the Army would hospitalize the Navy. You telling me little ocean canoe sailors could hold a line against a 6'5" corn fed hillbilly paratrooper with a room temp IQ on his 3rd divorce and 2nd DUI? get outta here!
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Auld Lang Syne, a traditional tune to bid fairwell to the old year. Happy New Year from the West of Ireland!
I started this post 2 1/2 years ago and finally put the finishing touches on it I felt it needed.
If I've worked for you or with you, know your influence on me as a cop is lasting. I only hope to honor that as long as I'm in uniform.
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Sorry I've been MIA for a couple of months, lots of personal issues I've been battling (yes, I'm regularly speaking to my therapist).
But also a lot of personal growth has been born of this. Lot of introspection, deep conversations no matter how hard, and I'm doing much better.