More Bad Apples

I'm still calling bullshit on anyone who declares that bad police behavior is only that of a small minority of those who "protect and serve." I insist that it's part of their shared culture of intimidation and bullying.

Two Veteran IMPD Officers Arrested For Beating Up Drunk Man At South Side Bar

Today's "If It Moves, Shoot It."

Police seeking Dorner opened fire in a second case of mistaken identity

What a bunch of dangerous buffoons. To "Protect and Serve" indeed.

Today's "Shoot first and f**k the questions."

When the "Only Ones" are out there where someone might shoot back they get a little jumpy.

Dorner manhunt: Police fired at carriers without warning, lawyer says

Peace Officers?

No. They're at best "law enforcement officers" who serve to confiscate money from citizens to fill the coffers of local and state government. And, of course, maintain their authority through thuggery, bullying, and general violence.

h/t Advance Indiana

Execution

 Lake County So, FL: We'll knock at the wrong door 

Yep.That's what it is.

"South of the border. . .

. . . down Mexico way," to quote the song, the police have a history of corruption and bribery. Once a friend, while defending the character of the police here in El Notre, observed that they don't have the institution here. Ha!

Utah speed traps spur police probe

An Orchard

Just a few bad apples?

6 Marion County deputies have been fired or resigned in 3 months

No. As I've said before, it's a culture of corruption. Are they "getting rid of the bad apples?" Only the ones that are stupid enough to get caught. They make it difficult for the ones who want to keep the Bully and Intimidate Train running.

Xavier Returns

At least for one post:

Sentencing in the Danziger Bridge Massacre

At one point Xavier says:

. . .I first began blogging on the Danziger Bridge Massacre in 2005, two months after hurricane Katrina, I discussed the incident with many police officers who were both friends and acquantiences. To a man they all believed that the murderers involved would ultimately be vindicated. How is it that police officers can be so blinded by a badge that they cannot discern murder when it is under their very noses? It's disgusting. Shameful. Sad. This is the reason that no intelligent citizen can trust police officers in the United States any longer. They have removed themselves from society, mentally placed themselves in a special place with special privileges and they view citizens as either criminals or criminals in waiting.

I agree 100%.

Today's Only Ones: A Whole Barrel

The knee-jerk, non-thinking, "Oh it's just a few bad apples," defense of the police just doesn't work any more. I don't care if they haven't institutionalized baksheesh like Mexican cops. And I know when the fit hits the shan, they'll continue to support the oppressors as in their minds that's how they can continue to maintain their power and authority as a fraternity of bullies and thugs. With regards to the latter I submit for your consideration:

Is James Roberts III Shielded From Justice?

h/t TFS Magnum

Today's Only Ones

I know some of y'all still defend the police and say that such actions are rare. I still feel that a culture of bullying, violence, and corruption is common in police forces. They do not protect and serve.

Nevada police beat the hell out of man immobilized with diabetic shock, screaming "Do not resist, motherfucker!"

Cop or Soldier?

Interesting test. I failed miserably.

Cop or Soldier?

Same Old Advice From The "Only Ones"

Same old same old from the "Only Ones:"

Police: Customer Opens Fire On Armed Robbery Suspect

A customer standing in line at a west side Indianapolis auto parts store shot a suspected armed robber demanding cash, police said.

That's heartening. And the police response? Something like, "Yes, we are seldom able to make it to a robbery in progress so we appreciate the fact that citizens can legally defend themselves." Oh no. It's the usual:

"This is a rare occurrence, and I would encourage anyone who finds themselves in a position where a robbery may be occurring to actually comply with what the suspect is asking for. This is not typical. However, in this particular situation, it seems to have worked out for everyone involved,” [Indianapolis metro police spokeswoman Catherine] Cummings said.

So Ms. Cummings, if I should find myself in a more common occurrence and I'm armed I should still let the robbers herd me and the others into a back room where we'll likely be told to kneel and executed with a shot in the back of the head? And this will help the situation how?

Indy's Finest

I think I've seen this movie:

Handcuffed Robbery Suspect Escapes Police

A handcuffed man suspected in the robbery at gunpoint of a woman with her 5-year-old son has escaped from Metro Police custody.

Kevin Perry is described as black, about 5'4'' and 150 pounds with black hair and brown eyes. Police say he should be considered armed and dangerous.

He and another man are accused of the holdup early Monday morning in the 600 block of Gladstone. He was located Monday in the 500 block of Chester Avenue but managed to escape after officers cuffed him.

Today's Only Ones: Compliance Regardless Of Age

I have little remaining respect for the police. Reports such as this:

10-year-old boy gets ticket for not wearing seat belt properly

reflect activity that is the norm, not the exception. I'm not going to recite the mantra, "99.9% of the cops are hard-working servants of the public and are there to protect and serve." That's bullshit. Most are there to earn a paycheck for the job of maintaining order and performing revenue enhancement for the municipalities they work for. If they can get some bullying in on the side, all the better for the self-image.

Ask yourself this: If (or when) the government decides to completely throw out the Constitution and strip us of ALL our rights, whose side will the cops be on? Hmmmm?

New Only Ones Show

I see that a new show, Police POV, is being advertised. Here's a scene from next week's episode shot in Indy:

Today's Only Ones: Murder Most Foul

04/12/11, 0840 - 0910
11000422 Vandalism
University Library

An officer left his police vehicle parked at the dock while doing a routine foot patrol and upon his return, found a bright red substance on the door and door handle of the vehicle. The substance appeared to be jelly or fruit filling and was removed from the vehicle.

Evidence of the murder of a donut. I wonder if the officer tasted it to verify the source? :p

Today's Only Ones: Bunny Stomping Edition

You can't make this shit up. It's like they can't help themselves:

Outrage After Officer Pepper Sprays Baby Squirrel

Only Ones Dumbass Tragedy

This news story combines tragedy with "should have known better" dumbassery with a heaping helping of Only Ones.

Deputy won't face charges in son's gun death

Cop leaves loaded gun where 4 year-old can find it and accidentally shoot his twin brother. No charges filed. Hmmph.

Widespread Fear. . .

Hits the IMPD.

IMPD Investigates Claims Officer Drove Drunk
In toto:

INDIANAPOLIS -- Indianapolis police confirmed they are investigating claims an officer may have been drinking and driving.

Few details were released Friday about the allegations and the officer under investigation.

“IMPD Professional Standards Division is currently conducting an internal investigation regarding an incident involving an officer and an allegation of impaired driving,” department spokesman Sgt. Paul Thompson said in a statement.
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Thompson would not confirm the officer's name or give details as to when the alleged incident may have taken place.

I like it. Tricky way of getting most of the cops nervous and to think about toeing the line.

A Double WTF? For Today

Wild. TV Truther Crew Bloodied By Cops Near Obama Vacation Home

"A Truther TV Crew was roughed up and bloodied by cops down the street from Obama’s $1.4 million vacation home.

Five cars of police officers trailed them, harassed them at a gas station and smashed their camera on the car."

Culture of corruption. Enforce the law but not required to follow it.