r/askcops • • Nov 07 '21

I think being a cop would be good?

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I call it eternal boredom, and it has been my imaginary fantasy ever since late childhood that i hope is real after death/end of time. I train hard on so many things, easily, because i use EB as my motivation (everything here should be easy for me, otherwise if not, i would fail in EB) And i can go "Eternal boredom mode" where i view everyone and everything as non existent (temporary) and my objective will be to finish whatever i need to finish, while i am in EB mode, if i have no choice. When i go to the navy seals Bud/s i'll finish it easier than anyone else, no doubt im the toughest soul alive for being like this. Not bragging or anything.

Anyway... eternal boredom is something i hope that happens after death. It will be an after life mission that will last around 500 trillion years x 100-1000 (depending on how fast you do it) and it will consist of a billion levels, and each level can take up to a million years to complete before moving onto the next level. And the levels can be anything, i will list a few examples...

-Be courage the cowardly dog and do his mission by protecting his owners and be in constant fear all the time.

-Be sent to a specific area at night in a very cold place, you will have to go to the sea and catch things at night for a long long, while your friends go out into the forest and seek for whatever the purpose of the mission is. And it will be very scary and mysterious. Then suffer and suffer until we complete it and will have breaks in restaurants.

-Practice throwing a rock, each day you will gain a foot in throwing distance, and the objective is to throw it to the sun.

-Walking/driving to the stars. There will be a magical pathway were you can walk/drive straight to the stars and every 10,000 miles there will be a magical restaurant in the middle of nowhere, and eat and can rest, then continue walking/driving until you reach the stars.

-The workout one. You will have to workout everyday for a very long time, because everyday you will only gain 1 lb of strength, and the mission is to be able to lift earth. Workout nearly all day to gain an lb of strength daily.

-The walking one. Will have to walk all the way to the mountains, and the mountains will turn into a space ship that you will have to spend many many years studying it and learning how to operate it and stuff, and be sent out to space to do an impossible universal mission.

-The protect family one. This is were me and my family and my cousins and friends family will be all together in a lonely world of evil. Our mission would be to never walk out at night because there will be monsters, but we will have to walk out at night but stay safe as possible in order to get supplies. And try to survive it until the mission ends.

-This is similar to the one above. I will be in a camp with many other families, and we are just living in a boring world were nothing is happening, but something unimaginably great will happen and our mission goal is to wait for it too happen.

-Be in a cabin in the woods alone, constantly got to be on a lookout every night for the unknown danger that is  comimg for you, then kill it, and something will appear and you will have to head to it and find it. If it kills you, you will have to repeat the level over and over again. (Every level you fail you will have to repeat, you cannot leave it until you beat it)

-Be in the backrooms. Look it up if curious, this one will be the scariest of all or one of the scariest of all levels.

-Be stuck in Ikea and escape. Similar to backrooms, but much better.

-Be a cell soldier of the immune system, and keep fighting over and over as every kind of cell soldier out there, against every kind of bacteria out there.

-Have magical superpowers. You will start weak where you can barely lift a pumpkin with telekinesis, and you got to train everyday a lot, to the final point where you could fight supermassive black holes with your superpowers, to pass the level.

-Be in rick and morty existence. Be rick and study to become the smartest man alive for decades, and then go on out and survive his crazy adventures.

-Play goat simulator in a very huge map, and find 1 trillion trophies. You will be playing that inside a small gaming room sized house, and take breaks by going outside and breathe fresh air.

-Keep driving on a road and take breaks as the only human alive, and there will be monsters on the way and you must out speed them. It was change as it does now mornings/daytime/nighttime. Nighttine is the dangerous time.

-Be in baldis's universe, go through a crazy amount of experiences just like those funny videos on YouTube.

So yeah it can be about "Anything" like that and will be random since there will be a billion levels. Like a dream except this will be a very long time thing that will happen after death and will need to complete it to move on to next life normally or just not exist.

Others call this hell, but for me it's a dream. Maybe I really am from another universe or something with this way of thinking.

So yeah i think being a cop would be a good level too, also i like to help people.


r/askcops • • Jun 20 '20

How do police officers feel about the Rayshard Brooks killing?

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I did some research and summarized what I read. Please critique anything I've said or add any information that you think is relevant.
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My parents were watching Tucker Carlson and Tucker said something that was pretty close to “Up next, a police officer facing murder charges for doing his job” in an arrogant tone that strongly implied “This is ridiculous, sometimes police need to kill people and this officer did nothing wrong”. My parents then started saying things like “So they’re put in these situations where they either have to shoot the person or be shot and their expected not to shoot the person”
I did some research into the incident and summarized my results here, I include my personal opinions on it at the end.
People

Garret Rolph: Police officer who was fired and is being tried on murder charges for the killing of Rayshard Brooks in Atlanta.
Rayshard Brooks: Man who was killed by police officer
Paul Howard: District attorney prosecuting Rolph
Chris Stewart: an attorney for Brooks' family
Brosnan: police partner to Garret Rolph, not facing murder charges

Background

Brooks was being arrested for drunk driving, resisted arrest, took an officers taser and started running from the police officers. Brooks turned and fired the taser he was holding at Rolph which was quickly followed by Rolph shooting 3 times at Brooks (it looks like Brooks was hit twice). Brooks death was ruled a Homicide(But I’d like to note that not all homicides are criminal acts). Here’s video of the incident caught on Wendy’s security footage (Warning: Graphic, this video contains Brooks being shot which he later died from in the hospital https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/14/us/videos-rayshard-brooks-shooting-atlanta-police.html)

Howard is making the case that

Stewart is claiming that

  • “You can’t have it both ways in law enforcement, you can’t say a Taser is a nonlethal weapon ... but when an African American grabs it and runs with it, now it’s some kind of deadly, lethal weapon that calls for you to unload on somebody.” (https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/14/us/videos-rayshard-brooks-shooting-atlanta-police.html)

  • Taser’s can actually be lethal, they are less lethal though, is there a background behind why he’s saying they’re not lethal?

  • "What happened in that moment when (Brooks) resisted doesn't allow a police officer to become judge, jury and executioner," L. Chris Stewart, the attorney representing Brooks' family, said Sunday. "We watch videos all the time where it's a Caucasian individual or a person of a different race that resists and lives. We've watched videos of a person go do a mass shooting and live." "There was absolutely no reason for him to die because he resisted and ran away," Stewart said. https://www.ctvnews.ca/world/death-of-rayshard-brooks-shot-twice-in-the-back-by-atlanta-police-ruled-a-homicide-1.4984249

The defense is claiming that

  • “Mr. Brooks violently attacked two officers and disarmed one of them. When Mr. Brooks turned and pointed an object at Officer Rolfe, any officer would have reasonably believed that he intended to disarm, disable, or seriously injure him”

Other information I felt was relevant

Atlanta Police Department history: 12 killings since 2015, all Black victims, only one officer was indicted.

  • Clearly there’s a racial factor, which I feel adds weight the protestors of this incident

"If that shot was fired for some reason other than to save that officer's life or to prevent injury to him or others, then that shooting is not justified under the law."(https://www.ctvnews.ca/world/death-of-rayshard-brooks-shot-twice-in-the-back-by-atlanta-police-ruled-a-homicide-1.4984249)

  • I felt like this was the most relevant thing I read. If the police officer was shooting for any reason that is not that he felt fear for his life, then I feel that police officer does not have a defense

According to Charles Rambo, a retired Lt. Commander from the Fulton County Sheriff's Office.

  • Police are rarely charged in use-of-force cases, and trials are even less common.

  • “quick terminations after a use-of-force incident can actually help the officer’s appeal in the long run.”

(https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/06/17/rayshard-brooks-atlanta-police-garrett-rolfe-felony-murder-what-now/3194657001/)

Brosnan has agreed to become a cooperating witness for the state and turned himself in

  • Does this show that Brosnan feels guilty? Or does it only show that he knew he was going to be charged anyway and saw this as the best scenario

So I feel I can definitely conclude that Tucker Carlsons attitude that this trial is ridiculous because the police officer was “doing his job” did what he should have done is BS. Of course this has to go to trial. The officer killed someone, of course we should investigate it, especially considering the charges of excessive force. It also didn’t look like there that big of a risk to the police officer but I could be wrong..

If the officer was acting in self defense out of fear for his life, then he might have a defense against the murder trials, people don’t always act rationally in these situations.

I think he should definitely be fired. From the video I watched, it didn’t seem like Brooks was that big of a threat and we can’t have police officers killing people who pose any sort of risk. Some people have weapons, and might attack cops. Cops can’t just shoot them all. Am I misinformed or is my belief that they have training to handle people with weapons correct? Also I feel like the criticism that Rolph should have used a less lethal weapon is really valid. Rolph had a taser in his hand and pulled out his gun and shot him.

There’s a few other things I was wondering about

  • Is shooting 3 times excessive? He missed once, so do they shoot 3 times to ensure hitting once?

  • How does this compare to other scenarios where someone attacking police poses some sort of risk. Are cops trained adequately on how to deal with people that have weapons?

Referenced articles

Atlanta police officer fired after fatally shooting black man Rayshard Brooks - CBS News

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/rayshard-brooks-atlanta-shooting-police-officer-fired-garrett-rolfe/

GBI Investigates Officer Involved Shooting in Atlanta | Georgia Bureau of Investigation

https://gbi.georgia.gov/press-releases/2020-06-13/gbi-investigates-officer-involved-shooting-atlanta

Atlanta ex-cop Garrett Rolfe turns himself in, charged with killing Rayshard Brooks - CNN Video

https://www.cnn.com/videos/tv/2020/06/18/lead-ryan-young-live-jake-tapper.cnn

Fired Atlanta officer Garrett Rolfe charged with murder in Rayshard Brooks shooting - CBS News

https://www.cbsnews.com/news/fired-atlanta-officer-garrett-rolfe-charged-rayshard-brooks-murder/

Atlanta police officer fired after fatal shooting of black man | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

https://www.post-gazette.com/news/crime-courts/2020/06/14/Atlanta-police-officer-Garrett-Rolfe-fired-fatal-shooting-black-man-race-Rayshard-Brooks/stories/202006140111

Rayshard Brooks: Will Garrett Rolfe be convicted of felony murder?

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/06/17/rayshard-brooks-atlanta-police-garrett-rolfe-felony-murder-what-now/3194657001/

Rayshard Brooks: Atlanta police killing lawful but awful, experts say

https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/nation/2020/06/14/rayshard-brooks-atlanta-police-killing-lawful-but-awful/3189478001/

Atlanta police Officer Garrett Rolfe fired, another reassigned after Rayshard Brooks death | Fox News

https://www.foxnews.com/us/atlanta-police-officer-garrett-rolfe-fired-another-reassigned-after-rayshard-brooks-death

GRAPHIC: Atlanta officer kills black man; police chief resigns

https://www.wcax.com/content/news/Atlanta-police-shoot-kill-DUI-suspect-after-struggle-571237391.html

Video Investigation: How Rayshard Brooks Was Fatally Shot by Atlanta Police - The New York Times

https://www.nytimes.com/2020/06/14/us/videos-rayshard-brooks-shooting-atlanta-police.html

Death of Rayshard Brooks, shot twice in the back by Atlanta police, ruled a homicide | CTV News

https://www.ctvnews.ca/world/death-of-rayshard-brooks-shot-twice-in-the-back-by-atlanta-police-ruled-a-homicide-1.4984249

District Attorney findings disputed in Rayshard Brooks case

https://www.cbs46.com/news/district-attorney-findings-disputed-in-rayshard-brooks-case/article_6ec8de0e-b1b1-11ea-88a9-1b92faa21bf5.html


r/askcops • • Mar 30 '16

Why don't police like to answer reasonable questions? No answers in this sub either, hmm...

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Submission is subjective.


r/askcops • • Dec 28 '20

guy not getting arrested

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so this man looked pretty intoxicated and pretty sure he tried to break into a car , and like scraped someone elses car with his but he just got to walk away anyone know why


r/askcops • • May 31 '20

What would a cop do if he/she visited someone's house for help, but then a family member starts to masturbate in front of the cops. What would you do?

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If your a cop.


r/askcops • • Jun 01 '20

Dumb question: Are single knuckle dusters that just fit on one finger legal in Florida?

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I know knuckle dusters are legal in Florida where you need a concealed carry permit but do single ones work without a permit since it’s not fitted for the whole hand? I’m 17 and boxed my whole life and I would feel the most safe in the current situations if I had a tool that I know could keep me safe. Is there anyway I could have one if not? I really am asking because I can’t find a online source about it and just don’t want to be vulnerable if shit hits the fan...


r/askcops • • May 25 '20

Is it normal for a Narc. K9 living with his officer to stay in his kennel all day every day that he is not working?

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Hey guys,

I (22f) am a good friend to a K9 police officer (28m) (who is the husband of my best friend from high school). I hang out at their home quite a bit, and I noticed that he keeps his K9 in a kennel at all times. I've asked about this when he's complained that the dog has defecated in his kennel, and the response I usually get back is, "He can't come out unless he's working. He can't be socialized at all." We are not allowed to see him. His kennel is in the garage, where said officer collects him before work in the morning. On his days off, K9 does not leave the kennel except for a morning and evening potty break. Is this normal?

Somewhat connected: the officer and my friend own two other German Shepherds who are kept in their kennels in the garage only when both are at work or gone. Otherwise, the other two Shepherds play throughout the house or play fetch in the back yard pond in the evenings. They sleep inside.

The officer often hits and kicks his other dogs for reasons they don't understand. For instance, if one of them comes into the kitchen (a room they have to walk through to get to the garage or backyard) while they are cooking, he will kick them (they fly a few feet) and scream "GET OUT OF THE KITCHEN." Then, throughout the rest of the evening at random times, he will whack, spank, or kick the offending dog and say "BAD DOG," but it has been so long since the original offense that the dogs have no idea why he's hitting them. He does this with company over, often. I've seen this behavior more times than I can count.

There are a few other red flags with his behavior, but I won't air them here. He is a very controlling and aggressive husband to my best friend. Make of that what you will.


r/askcops • • Aug 21 '20

Cops and grooming

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Have seen seen a cop with hairy arms in the US. Do you guys think most of them shave/wax their arms?


r/askcops • • Feb 09 '20

My dad my younger and i just got pulled over and the cop asked how old my stster was

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Is there a reason for this? There was other things said bc its really creepy


r/askcops • • Jan 20 '22

killing a k9 in self defense

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thiers laws to provide civilians against cops if they think they are in mortal danger and are innocent. the problem is proving it in court. what about k9, if a cop lets a k9 go, am I going to get killed for shooting a k9 in self defense when I'm innocent or do I let it maul me


r/askcops • • Jun 11 '19

How do I handle being a police officer?

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I want to know how to handle stress and family life in this career. I want to become a deputy in a Colorado county that includes city and country. I'm not planning on big city work. The shifts are on a 10 hour rotation and I believe it's an 8 hour rotation after your first mandatory year in corrections. I want to have an amazing family life and work in law enforcement (I know, crazy right?). Help me out?


r/askcops • • Feb 04 '20

I have a question I am 16 year old and am worried about about school shooting/disasters involving gun what do you think of the idea of riot shields being implemented for teachers? Ik it sounds way out there but im genuinely curious

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r/askcops • • May 24 '21

Saw a video saying theres a hidden handcuff key in the backseat of cop cars in case of emergencies like accidents so the person is able to uncuff themselves. Is this true?

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r/askcops • • Apr 13 '22

How likely am I to get pulled over with blue license plate bulbs? In pa

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r/askcops • • Jan 20 '22

Suspicious truck

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So I was driving behind this semi truck and there was this red liquid leaking out the back doors that looked very much like blood. Should I report this?


r/askcops • • May 22 '21

Do suspended officer retain full off duty authority?

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Is a suspension simply a suspension from duty/work, or a full suspension of LEO authority/privileges? For example carrying firearms where it would be illegal for citizens?


r/askcops • • May 23 '21

To the small town cops of Reddit, what do y’all do if you catch a 14 on a four wheel that’s street legal? Asking for a friend

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r/askcops • • May 16 '21

During a high-speed chase, and you encounter another speeder/criminal what do you do?

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r/askcops • • Apr 13 '22

Is it illegal to drive around speed bumps on public roads? thank you

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Is it illegal to drive around speed bumps on public roads?

thank you


r/askcops • • May 06 '22

In front of cop with lights on at red light.

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I was in the far left lane. A cop turned on his lights as he was approaching the intersection, behind me. I pulled way over to the right side of the lane. He gestured like this wasn't enough room for him to get by. There were no cars crossing the intersection. Should I have just gone through the red light and moved over?

I ended up moving up and turning in front of the car to my right then reversing back into my lane.


r/askcops • • Jun 25 '20

Have you ever stopped a deaf/HoH person while they were driving? How did you communicate with them if you don't know sign language?

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r/askcops • • Jun 18 '20

Personal speed limit

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Cops of reddit what’s the speed limit that won’t result in being pulled over but that’s above the legal speed limit?


r/askcops • • Jun 04 '20

This lens pretty simple, I was just wondering if dispatch can lock and unlock the doors of police cars remotely

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r/askcops • • May 26 '20

Can anything be done about neighbors making threats online?

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I'm reaching out for a friend who doesn't have reddit. There's been a group of young door to door salesmen visiting her neighborhood. They're just doing their jobs, not doing anything wrong. They've even respectfully asked my friend if they can eat lunch on her porch while they wait for their boss to come pick them up. My friend noticed that on the Facebook group for her neighborhood, people have been posting about the salesmen accusing them of canvassing houses and encouraging each other to answer the door with guns, threaten to shoot the young men, or to "shoot first ask questions later." All because the kids are black.

She's already sent screenshots to that company so they can try and keep the kids safe. Is there any kind of report she should make to the police so that if something bad does happen, the neighbors are held accountable?


r/askcops • • May 26 '20

Smoking Marijuana Offduty?

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If you are a LEO in a state with legalized marijuana?, are you allowed to smoke while off-duty? If so, are there certain departmental policies you have to follow?