I doubt riots. But I do NOT doubt “pay back”. I think a lot of cops are going to get visits at THEIR homes soon. Do I condone it? Nope. But I think it is going to happen.
WHY do you think these DESPICABLE (and for the most part, "Jack-Booted" Thug) COWARDS cover their faces with masks for?
If their conduct is on the up and up, they have nothing to fear and should not worry about any blow back or retributions--legal or "otherwise"--coming their way.
All other LEO's go about their business and are subject to recognition and accountability for their actions; what makes these "wannabes" fearful of being identified?
The only other people I notice who regularly use mask to hide their identity (other than perhaps bank robbers) are terrorist, which when one considers how many of these SWAT Team members conduct themselves, may not be that much of a difference.
As someone who once was one (and a Fed to boot) I have come full circle and sadly, my gut reaction (and I know it's unfair to generalize) when I see any LEO, is not one of a favorable reaction and they have the conduct of their brethren, "Cowboy" SWAT Team members to thank for that feeling.
The only remedy I see, which will not be beneficial for all parties involved is when some of these ijits start being carried out in body bags in sufficient numbers, only then may there be a reconsideration and examination on how they are being utilized....and it should NEVER be to simply serve a "Warrant" and only what they were designed for: Hostage situation or conditions where they KNOW lives are at stake.