[decimon]

Because in many areas an officer has to witness a misdemeanor before the cops will file charges. Measly citizen witensses are not adequate.

Det. Freeman did the pushing. Sgt. McPherson was with him.

[driftdiver]

Can’t you read? The police chief said there wasn’t another cop there to witness the event. He wouldn’t lie to cover up an abusive officer would he?

Police powers are limited, they’ve forgotten that and need to be reminded.