I wish people were showing more outrage on base. It’s disheartening to see how muted the response has been in the aftermath of the tragic death of the airman at the hands of a Florida deputy. The fact that the officer was only fired, and not immediately prosecuted for murder, is appalling. As a civilian, if I were to take a life, I would undoubtedly face serious consequences. Why should law enforcement officers be held to a lower standard?
When reading the internal affairs report and seeing the justification provided by the former deputy for his actions, it becomes clear that something is fundamentally wrong with the system.… Continue reading
The news of a Florida sheriff’s office firing a deputy who fatally shot a Black airman at his home brings a mix of relief and frustration. The fact that the deputy’s actions were deemed unjustified is a step in the right direction, but it also highlights the systemic issues within law enforcement that allow such tragedies to occur in the first place.
The internal affairs investigation concluded that the airman, Mr. Fortson, did not make any hostile movements, and therefore, the deputy’s use of deadly force was not objectively reasonable. This statement alone should send shockwaves through the entire law enforcement community.… Continue reading
The recent incident in Chicago where police fatally shot a stabbing suspect and wounded the person he was trying to stab raises some serious questions about law enforcement tactics and responses to potentially deadly situations. It’s a tragedy with dire consequences for all involved, highlighting the complexities and challenges faced by both officers and civilians.
The scenario unfolded when officers witnessed a male attempting to stab another male in the street and ordered the suspect to drop his weapon. Despite the commands, the suspect persisted in the attack, leading the officers to open fire. The result was devastating, with the suspect succumbing to his injuries and the victim hospitalized in critical condition.… Continue reading
I can’t wrap my head around the news of dozens of roosters being allegedly shot to death by deputies and animal control. The fact that these animals were set to be delivered to a farm animal sanctuary in Pierce County but instead met a brutal end is not only heart-wrenching but also concerning. The idea that these officers and officials couldn’t wait for a rescue team to arrive, opting instead to end the lives of these innocent creatures, is truly disturbing.
It’s not uncommon for animals to be euthanized in certain situations where finding a home for them proves difficult, but the circumstances surrounding this incident raise serious questions.… Continue reading
I can’t help but shake my head in disbelief at the recent news of a Louisville police detective being disciplined for failing to activate his body-worn camera during the arrest of Scottie Scheffler. It’s alarming to think about the implications of this misconduct and the potential consequences it could have had if not for the fortunate circumstances surrounding Scheffler’s case.
The revelation that a video of the arrest surfaced, contradicting the police statement of what transpired, raises serious concerns about accountability and transparency within law enforcement. It begs the question of whether this disciplinary action is truly sufficient in addressing the gravity of the situation.… Continue reading
As a retired Air Force Master Sergeant, the recent news of a Florida deputy fatally shooting Senior Airman Roger Fortson in his own apartment hits close to home. The deputy allegedly entered Fortson’s apartment, failed to announce themselves, and shot the young airman, all because he believed he was in the wrong apartment. It is a horrifying realization that a law enforcement officer can enter your home, unannounced and itchy on the trigger, and take your life without facing immediate consequences.
The lack of accountability in situations like these is deeply troubling. The deputy in question has been placed on paid administrative leave, which seems more like a reward than a punishment.… Continue reading
Living in Maine, where the search continues for a missing person as an officer faces charges for lying about taking him to the hospital, has brought to light some unsettling truths about law enforcement. The scattered responses of other cops indicate that there may be darker secrets waiting to be uncovered. The lack of information surrounding the case raises concerns, especially considering previous instances where individuals were abandoned in remote locations, leading to tragic outcomes.
The use of police cruisers without GPS tracking in this day and age seems absurd, and the lack of concrete evidence of where the officer took the missing person raises suspicion.… Continue reading
It’s truly disheartening to hear about instances where law enforcement officers, who are meant to protect and serve the community, abuse their power and commit heinous crimes. The recent case of an off-duty officer charged with murder after shooting a man in a South Carolina parking lot is a stark reminder of the ugly side of law enforcement.
When we delve into the details of this tragic incident, it becomes evident that the officer, DeLustro, initiated the altercation by instigating a fight with the victim, Michael O’Neal, using derogatory slurs. The situation escalated to the point where DeLustro’s gun fell out, and his wife even tried to prevent O’Neal from leaving.… Continue reading
Reflecting on the incident involving a Florida man who was seriously injured and unable to speak after an encounter with the police over a falsely accused theft of a banana, I am deeply disturbed by the systemic issues within policing in the United States. The incident highlights the urgent need for a complete overhaul of law enforcement practices and accountability measures.
Firstly, the fact that a man’s life was endangered over such a minor and trivial matter is indicative of the devaluation of human life within the criminal justice system. The worth of a human life should not be measured by the cost of a banana, but unfortunately, it seems that it was in this case.… Continue reading
As I sit here and try to process the news of yet another senseless killing of a Black man by law enforcement, I am overwhelmed with anger, sadness, and frustration. Casey Goodson Jr., a young Black man, was fatally shot by an Ohio deputy who claimed that he saw Goodson waving a gun at him. But here’s the thing, Goodson didn’t have a gun. He was holding sandwiches and keys. How does a sandwich and keys resemble a gun? They don’t.
It’s sickening to see the lengths that law enforcement will go to justify their actions. The deputy in question wasn’t even wearing a body camera, conveniently leaving no visual evidence of what truly happened.… Continue reading
John Q. Hosedrinker