sonicbluegt
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section8 said:The police have limited manpower, protect your neighborhood while you are asleep or away on vacation. They are mentors to younger children, as well as councelors dealing with domestic problems. That's a large responsibility they carry on their back. On top of that, while everyone else is off for July 4th, the weekends, all holidays-they aren't. They don't spend anytime with their family due to working all the time. They do hold a higher standard, but sometimes, they make mistakes-just like anyone else. I just feel if you have a problem with an officer's actions- make a complaint-simple as that without posting on a forum. That looks bad on the entire police department.
Feel free to leave as much negative karma as you like-it makes me feel warm inside. Have a great day
You make a good point, but think about this-
1. Officers, just like the military, are "on-duty" 24/7. It's beaten into our heads (i'm in the military) that when in uniform, you are representing alot more than just yourself. With that, you're actions represent an entire organization and poor decisions unfortunately reflect on the entire organization. Therefore, IMO, a uniformed officer SHOULD be held to higher standards, as it is their assumed responsibility to set a good example. Also, it is their duty to perform at a higher standard! Human nature (especially the children you mention they mentor) is monkey-see, monkey-do, whether it be right or wrong. When an officer does not meet these expectations, they most certainly should be held accountable for their actions, regardless of the woes of their job, no exceptions. It sucks. And whether it's fair or not, it's part of your job and if you can't meet those expectations, then maybe you should be thinking about another job.
2. It's common knowledge that everyone makes mistakes, and i'm sure everyone has seen a police officer in the wrong. Posting on an internet forum is not going to soil anyones outstanding reputation. It does not look bad on the entire department. Or maybe I'm the only one that thought cops were perfect?
3. This post is in no way meant to portray any kind of "cop-bashing" or anything like it. I personally hold alot of respect for cops because the fact of the matter is, it's a dirty job that most people would not like to have. Your day consists of ruining everyone elses day.
4. If you think St. Mary's cops are bad, be glad you're not living in Mesa, Arizona. In the 2-3 years I lived there, I can remember multiple incidents where officers would pull someone over (probably on drugs or whatever) after a pursuit. They would surround the car with their cruisers, and draw their guns, ordering the accused out of the vehicle (standard practice for the given situation i'm sure). When the accused puts the vehicle in reverse and starts backing up towards the cruisers to try and get away, the cops feel threatened and unload their guns in the driver. I remember one suspect was pronounced dead and had recieved over 30 gunshots! This scenario happened MULITIPLE times! Abuse of power? I don't think so. I couldn't imagine how that thread would progress on these forums
