Wednesday, June 11, 2008

Zapped!


Can someone tell me if this is going to make a
difference? The New York Daily News reported yesterday(June 10th) that the NYPD is considering using Tasers in an effort to curb fatal police related shootings. This pilot program was recommended by the Rand Corp.- a organization known for its secret experiments in the areas of military and science.

Here's the problem I have with this concept: adding Tasers with guns just might increase controversial acts of deadly force.
In order to reduce deadly force, the NYPD must work on correcting systemic dysfunctions which lead to tragedies in the first place. The problem is not a problem of adaquate weaponary: it might be the marksmen. Let me make it clear the majority of cops function very well in their anointed profession- its the few that I worry about!
Adding or changing weaponary may not be the answer for a department that in far too many cases has to deal with a pathology among some in their ranks, who rather shoot first, or shall I say "Zapp" first and ask questions later.

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