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In reply to the discussion: Teenager Alerts Police That They Left Their Brights on -- 5 Minutes Later They Shoot Him Dead [View all]sub.theory
(652 posts)The cop is a disaster and has no business being a cop. He pulled the kid over because he's on some powertrip that someone had the audacity to flash him (after he had already been alerted about it by others?!). His refusal to fully identify himself is extremely concerning too. He also escalated a situation that did not have to be escalated. He needs to be held accountable for all of that. At the very least fired, and if crimes committed then prosecuted.
That said, it's been reported that the kid ended up attacking him. If that's true, he has a legit self defense claim in that case. An unimaginably stupid thing for this kid to do. If it's true.
So, yeah. Comply with the cops, even if they are clearly in the wrong like this asshole was. Because otherwise you might get shot. This is also again why body cameras and independent review boards are so needed. Comply and then file a complaint later. Better than being shot by some asshole.