[dennisw]

A--Wrong: Hey you can't be here this is private property.

B--Right: Good Afternoon, can I help you find something sir? You probably didn't know that this is private property.

With me I am up and moving with A or B
But with an entitled black dude you must use B

IOW --- "A" is not a blow to my psyche. I just shrug and move on. But with others you have to walk on eggshells

[defconw]

Cops would do themselves a big favor if they would learn when to be cocky and when to be cool. They have a freaking gun, why go hard ass from the get go? Force meets resistance with most men, especially if they feel they are being disrespected. So why start there? Friendly works 99% of the time. Then you can always ratchet up the force.

This officer should have taken a good look at the man. Made note on his appearance. Does he look tired, drunk, high, ill, agitated, sleepy? How is he dressed? Does he appear to waiting for something or someone? That would be a good way to start a conversation with the man to find out what he's about.

I am thinking about the instances when cops have hurt or killed people with medical or mental conditions. Observation before confrontation.