Cop shoots motorcyclist in the back

ontwo · 05-12-2010, 10:33 AM

Just saw this on another forum. Unfuckinbelievable

http://abclocal.go.com/wtvg/story?se...cal&id=7433661

Switch · 05-12-2010, 10:37 AM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1M8vei3L0L8

azoomm · 05-12-2010, 10:41 AM

HOLY CRAP!

He didn't do anything... they were talking like he moved his right arm [as if to reach for weapon]. But, I didn't see his arm move other than when his body turned to look. I'm sure with his exhaust he didn't even hear the officer.

What gets me, why are all these officers running up to motorcyclist with their guns drawn in the first place? Like, a display of acceleration is the mark of someone that's going to shoot to kill?

marko138 · 05-12-2010, 10:42 AM

Cops are not your friend.

Particle Man · 05-12-2010, 10:46 AM

What the HELL??

The video showed him just sitting there!!

Why would the officer shoot??

Kaneman · 05-12-2010, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by ontwo

Unfuckinbelievable

No, not at all actually.

Kaneman · 05-12-2010, 10:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by azoomm

What gets me, why are all these officers running up to motorcyclist with their guns drawn in the first place? Like, a display of acceleration is the mark of someone that's going to shoot to kill?

Its part of the militarization of our local police force, which is encouraged and provided for through grants and funds provided for by the federal government. SWAT teams, MP5s, Riot shields, etc. etc. Our police are trained to deal with the American public as if they are all violent felons, and after a while police officers have trouble seeing the difference.

marko138 · 05-12-2010, 10:53 AM

Police see everyone as a potential criminal. Period.

azoomm · 05-12-2010, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaneman

Its part of the militarization of our local police force, which is encouraged and provided for through grants and funds provided for by the federal government. SWAT teams, MP5s, Riot shields, etc. etc. Our police are trained to deal with the American public as if they are all violent felons, and after a while police officers have trouble seeing the difference.

So, what can we do.

Seriously.

pauldun170 · 05-12-2010, 10:55 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Kaneman

Its part of the militarization of our local police force, which is encouraged and provided for through grants and funds provided for by the federal government. SWAT teams, MP5s, Riot shields, etc. etc. Our police are trained to deal with the American public as if they are all violent felons, and after a while police officers have trouble seeing the difference.

Agreed.

Almost every cop I know it always turns into the same story
"Us vs Them"

Walking around like the world owes them something.

05-12-2010, 10:33 AM	#1
ontwo Designated Drinker Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: shitville Moto: 2009 ZX6R Posts: 1,661	Cop shoots motorcyclist in the back Just saw this on another forum. Unfuckinbelievable http://abclocal.go.com/wtvg/story?se...cal&id=7433661 __________________

05-12-2010, 10:37 AM	#2
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05-12-2010, 10:41 AM	#3
azoomm moderator chick Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Hill Country TX Moto: Pasta Rockets Posts: 8,917	HOLY CRAP! He didn't do anything... they were talking like he moved his right arm [as if to reach for weapon]. But, I didn't see his arm move other than when his body turned to look. I'm sure with his exhaust he didn't even hear the officer. What gets me, why are all these officers running up to motorcyclist with their guns drawn in the first place? Like, a display of acceleration is the mark of someone that's going to shoot to kill? __________________ We have enough youth. How about a fountain of "smart"? Come Play at the Track!! http://www.elitetrackdays.com

05-12-2010, 10:46 AM	#5
Particle Man Custom User Title Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Central NY Moto: 2003 SV650S Posts: 14,959	What the HELL?? The video showed him just sitting there!! Why would the officer shoot?? __________________ I'm not "fat." I'm "Enlarged to show texture." Handle every stressful situation like a DOG: If you can't eat it or hump it, pi$$ on it & walk away.