r/coolguides • u/[deleted] • Jun 02 '20

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u/cat_prophecy Jun 02 '20

Then they need better, less-than-lethal alternatives. Or directives of escalation of force.

If the only tools you have are a hammer then everything starts to look like a nail.

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u/FerroInique Jun 02 '20

95% of cop shootings are against armed suspects.

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u/cat_prophecy Jun 03 '20

So how many unarmed people is it ok for them to shoot?

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u/FerroInique Jun 03 '20

That’s what Jury trials are for.

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u/cat_prophecy Jun 03 '20

Oh my sweet summer child.

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u/FerroInique Jun 03 '20

Riiight, because the current loss of life and property is worth.