[Hulka]

Have you seen the size of these feral 12-yr olds. . .and have you gone to the link and actually seen a picture of the weapon. Think if you had, on both counts, you would be feeling differently.

[roadcat]

Think if you had, on both counts, you would be feeling differently.

No, I don't feel any differently. From all accounts the kid was not pointing the gun at the officer. The cop had every opportunity to defuse the situation. Nowadays, it's kill first and ask questions later. Have you ever been in a situation where a gun was used against you? Would you want them to shoot you without hesitation? I have had guns pointed at my face and was able to talk them down. Clearly, these rookies are nervous nellies who should not be given a gun. A child is dead.

[familyop]

"Have you seen the size of these feral 12-yr olds."

Someone in excess of 400 pounds should be able to handle them.