Youth: “Sir, are you just getting off work?”
Me: “No, Detective Peterson, 12th Precinct. I’m out here investigating a ring of car thieves.” (Reveal side arm subtly). “I heard they were aggressive. God, I hope so... four years on this **** job and I still haven’t got to shoot anyone. I feel like tonight’s my night. Well, have a nice night son.”
Believe me I’ve fantasized about all of the things that I wish I would have said. Too bad I cant go back in time. BUT...I am going to suggest to the detective that I’ll be speaking with about setting up sting....just not with my car.