Pull out your 870 and kill that 'someone' with some low velocity buck shot...and when the cops show up...tell me how much you like them...
I don't know about your neck of the woods, but 90% of the cops on my 'beat' are under 30 years of age, sport the commando haircut, tree trunk necks and prefer BDU's with ballistic nylon holsters to a standard cop garb.
The cops are a quasi-military organization, and no more so in small and mid size towns. Its freaking out of control. Just wait until the last of the gray hairs die out.
"Pull out your 870 and kill that 'someone' with some low velocity buck shot...and when the cops show up...tell me how much you like them..."
Here in NC, you have the right to defend your property. You are covered by law, at least here in NC. I can't remember the exact statute number, but it does say that if someone is breaking into your home and you shoot them and they die in the process you are justified. The reasoning is if someone is kicking in your door there is no way you can know that their intentions are not murderous and are aiming to hurt you.
Sheesh.
"I don't know about your neck of the woods, but 90% of the cops on my 'beat' are under 30 years of age,"
Nope. Under 40, yeah -- you get that cool 20-year retirement package most places, but why hold that against the individual officer?
" sport the commando haircut,"
Yeah, assaulted by a haircut. It could happen...
"tree trunk necks"
What, cops lift weights? Now THAT's a change.
"and prefer BDU's"
Cops in BDU's? Where do you live, Iraq? I'm not aware of ANY domestic agency that has chosen BDU's as their patrol uniform, but if they have, it's an agency decision -- not the 'under-30, fade-wearing, creatine snorting copper's' fashion decision.
"with ballistic nylon holsters"
Now, this I have have seen, mainly because it's relatively inexpensive, is impervious to weather (unlike leather), has a really ingenious retention system that is still useable for quick acquisition.....so what's the problem with the Blackhawk holster exactly?
No, I'm not a cop, nor do I play one on TV, but I have bothered to get to know my local agency, go on a few ride alongs, and get to understand things from the officer's perspective. The vast majority are great guys -- even those with thick necks. The few bad apples get cought out and shown the door more frequently in LE than in most other trades I'm familiar with.
You must be in Kansas City. Just saw an episode today with search warrant officers in black shirts and BDU pants and cap. I was uncomfortable with that.
Must have been their 'war on drugs' squad.
Overall I love the show and would love an all COPS channel.
I live near a small town, and I've noticed that special forces look as well.
My dealings w/ police (the usual traffic stop) have been w/ the older guys, and I've always been treated respectfully. I'd rather not have even a traffic encounter w/ the rambo-types.