[Sedan_Clan]

Originally Posted by leopard print

We belong in the "You know you're old when..." thread. Haha.

Truth! Lol! We roll so hard that it just takes a toll. 100% every day.

[leopard print]

Originally Posted by Sedan_Clan

Truth! Lol! We roll so hard that it just takes a toll. 100% every day.

Take it easy brotha. We need you out there.

[Fly320s]

Sedan, WTF happened with the San Bernardino S.O. and that Amber Alert case?

[Sedan_Clan]

Originally Posted by Fly320s

Sedan, WTF happened with the San Bernardino S.O. and that Amber Alert case?

Both the father and the daughter shot at deputies. It's absolutely tragic.

[rwheels]

Originally Posted by Sedan_Clan

Both the father and the daughter shot at deputies. It's absolutely tragic.

I would say questionable, according to this article. As you continue to say, I'll wait until all the facts are in.

"Cops Say Girl Killed in Amber Alert Murder-Kidnap Shootout Fired at Them"
"Local resident Andy Davis indicated to ABC7 on Tuesday that he believed it was Graziano who murdered his daughter, saying, “The man just came down the street shooting. He started shooting in that direction."

https://www.lamag.com/article/cops-s...fired-at-them/

[Esteban]

Originally Posted by Sedan_Clan

Both the father and the daughter shot at deputies. It's absolutely tragic.

I thought they only found one gun? No?

[Sedan_Clan]

There's a lot going on behind the scenes. That's all I can say since it's an active/ongoing investigation.

[billnchristy]

Is there any kind of program for officers/former officers/even disgraced former officers to get treatment for any issues they might have after serving? I don't want to go into too much detail in public but if there's something like that I know a guy who could use some help.

[Sedan_Clan]

Originally Posted by billnchristy

Is there any kind of program for officers/former officers/even disgraced former officers to get treatment for any issues they might have after serving? I don't want to go into too much detail in public but if there's something like that I know a guy who could use some help.

There are definitely programs out there. My department, for example, has a full wellness department to deal with everything from depression to drug/alcohol addiction. Most departments offer similar programs.

[billnchristy]

This guy's no longer with the force but still carries the baggage. I found a hotline for ex-cops, hopefully they can help.

[rwheels]

Originally Posted by Sedan_Clan

There are definitely programs out there. My department, for example, has a full wellness department to deal with everything from depression to drug/alcohol addiction. Most departments offer similar programs.

Serious question, but are you guys allowed to claim depression? I know it sounds ridiculous, but I ask, because in the military, this was a big no, no. Someone undergoing depression symptoms, and taking medication for this is/was considered a big risk to fellow airmen (Air Force). A pilot, for example, would be grounded, and his future would be at stake.

[Sedan_Clan]

Originally Posted by billnchristy

This guy's no longer with the force but still carries the baggage. I found a hotline for ex-cops, hopefully they can help.

Let me know how it goes. If you need additional help, let me know.

Originally Posted by rwheels

Serious question, but are you guys allowed to claim depression? I know it sounds ridiculous, but I ask, because in the military, this was a big no, no. Someone undergoing depression symptoms, and taking medication for this is/was considered a big risk to fellow airmen (Air Force). A pilot, for example, would be grounded, and his future would be at stake.

We are, but if you have to be strategic about how you word/report it. Certain red flag words will cause them to take your badge and gun, but being strategic will yield better results.

[rwheels]

Originally Posted by Sedan_Clan

Let me know how it goes. If you need additional help, let me know.




We are, but if you have to be strategic about how you word/report it. Certain red flag words will cause them to take your badge and gun, but being strategic will yield better results.

That’s what I thought. It’s practically a “do so at your own peril” response; ie. career ending.

[Sedan_Clan]

Originally Posted by rwheels

That's what I thought. It's practically a "do so at your own peril" response; ie. career ending.

Lots of people get help. You have to understand that depression is linked with suicide, etc., so it's understandable that an LEO's badge and gun are relinquished until the person is cleared. It's a risk management issue.

[Fly320s]

Originally Posted by Sedan_Clan

Lots of people get help. You have to understand that depression is linked with suicide, etc., so it's understandable that an LEO's badge and gun are relinquished until the person is cleared. It's a risk management issue.

That is bureaucrat bullshit. Basically, covering their own ass.

I bet damn near every cop has more than one gun. The department can only take the issued gun, so that still leaves the cop with personal guns.

Taking someone's badge and gun is adding insult to injury and probably does more harm than good.

[Sedan_Clan]

Originally Posted by Fly320s

That is bureaucrat bullshit. Basically, covering their own ass.

I bet damn near every cop has more than one gun. The department can only take the issued gun, so that still leaves the cop with personal guns.

Taking someone's badge and gun is adding insult to injury and probably does more harm than good.

Bureaucratic for sure. The department just wants to reduce their own liability.

[Murf the Surf]

So I was just on my page for retired Toronto Police and someone posted this officer involved shooting in Tacoma. The copper (I think Officer Munn) arrives well into it, it sounds like he's listening to a country music station in his car, as he pulls up he puts his Starbucks coffee cup on the dash, exits the vehicle and walks to the back. Takes out his patrol rifle takes aim and drops the suspect with a single shot from 183 yards. Just unbelievably calm. https://www.theblaze.com/news/bodyca...Df7-xXiKz6Bfyk

[Sedan_Clan]

Originally Posted by Murf the Surf

So I was just on my page for retired Toronto Police and someone posted this officer involved shooting in Tacoma. The copper (I think Officer Munn) arrives well into it, it sounds like he's listening to a country music station in his car, as he pulls up he puts his Starbucks coffee cup on the dash, exits the vehicle and walks to the back. Takes out his patrol rifle takes aim and drops the suspect with a single shot from 183 yards. Just unbelievably calm. https://www.theblaze.com/news/bodyca...Df7-xXiKz6Bfyk

That was amazing. When I first saw that I did a cartwheel.

[Murf the Surf]

Originally Posted by Sedan_Clan

That was amazing. When I first saw that I did a cartwheel.

I want to buy this guy a beer.

[vreihen16]

Originally Posted by Murf the Surf

I want to buy this guy a beer.

...or another cup of Starbucks!

[leopard print]

Originally Posted by Murf the Surf

So I was just on my page for retired Toronto Police and someone posted this officer involved shooting in Tacoma. The copper (I think Officer Munn) arrives well into it, it sounds like he's listening to a country music station in his car, as he pulls up he puts his Starbucks coffee cup on the dash, exits the vehicle and walks to the back. Takes out his patrol rifle takes aim and drops the suspect with a single shot from 183 yards. Just unbelievably calm. https://www.theblaze.com/news/bodyca...Df7-xXiKz6Bfyk

That was so badass that if it was a movie scene it would be borderline cheesy.

[rwheels]

Originally Posted by leopard print

That was so badass that if it was a movie scene it would be borderline cheesy.

Pssst; happens all the time in Bollywood movies.