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In reply to the discussion: Cop maces family in their SUV, and then kills 11yr old daughter... [View all]GulfCoast66
(11,949 posts)That will make the difference.
Every cop in America should have a body cam. Failure to use it should be a termination offense. Or a crime.
Even if the father did something stupid like running from the cops, good Jesus thats not reason to wreck a vehicle. Even without kids in it. Which they knew there were.
Being southern I understand where the idea of instant obedience to cops or death comes from.
The desire to control people of color. Whites had and still have a different standard.
So even if the dude was speeding and ran. You can always catch him. Not like he was an armed, known felon.
The cop will get off. Sadly.
Ive had it with cops being taught they should expect instant obedience from minor rule breakers. And if they dont get it they can use lethal force.
This would not happen in most European nations. They would catch the guy eventually and fine him out the ass. And take his driving privileges. A proper response.
If he actually did what is being accused. Which Im not convinced.