[beelzepug]

But not in a community of 21,000. Where are these small towns getting all this heavy equipment? And why?

[MNDude]

I care nothing for these protestors, but this scene of this militarized police is disturbing.

[greeneyes]

Community of 21,000 is kinda misleading. Ferguson is smack dab in the middle of the greater Metorpolitan Area. It is part of St. Louis County, which has lots of resources.

[mad_as_he$$]

I think the local PD has 40 or so officers. This SWAT team must be Sheriff, State or a combo.