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No different than shooting someone with a gun.
So she will get off like Corinna Joy did on her Murder for Hire case. You forgot to post that a couple of weeks ago. The jury screwed that one up.
yep
Sorry for your suffering. Prayers for you recoveries.
You people need to make up your mind!!! First, we live in a "police state" and are overrun with enforcement. "Screw the police" you say. "Revenue generators" is what you call them. "Worry about real crime" you whine. Yet, look at your statement. "We need more police enforcement in this matter. It needs to be more than a fine". And you wonder why police hesitate and are overwhelmed by the contradictions from society. SMH
Had a similar incident with Salisbury Police. Teen drivers are not being held accountable.
Hopkins automotive is a joke. Crooks 100%! They don't care because their car Is insured. They have to give loaners alot because they sell junk! To assume that 7+ months ago the girl was cut a break and this wouldnt have happened if the car was impounded is stupid. She probably would've gotten back in that time . And gotten her stuff situated. I didn't see a texting and driving charge so again.... stupid to say. If it is known ,shed been charged. Seem the author is upset. I can understand why. But also seems the author knows the girl in question very well. Details about a past stop give that away. Confront her face to face. Dont go online bashing a person with assumptions! This isn't the place for personal vendettas. Facts. The facts in the letter is the author has a clear distain for the girl and is willing to bash her ignorantly! Remember. You may know. But proving is the key! Until then,you should be quiet. Make yourself look stupid.
She has admitted to texting and driving that night but because they didn't see her they can't charge her but she continues to text and drive without a license and she had no job so no she would have never got the car back so you can say what you want till she injures your loved one then you can come talk to me
Why do you have to bash a car lot I could say that your a crook how about tell me your name so we can run it and see what your all about i personally know the staff at Hopkins and I know they help everyone no matter the situation.
Anonymous Anonymous said...
You people need to make up your mind!!! First, we live in a "police state" and are overrun with enforcement. "Screw the police" you say. "Revenue generators" is what you call them. "Worry about real crime" you whine. Yet, look at your statement. "We need more police enforcement in this matter. It needs to be more than a fine". And you wonder why police hesitate and are overwhelmed by the contradictions from society. SMH
June 4, 2016 at 11:09 AM
you just don't get it and probably never will
How about not allowing teens have their license till 18 where they don't have to be with someone over 21!
Explain what he, or she, doesn't "get," then.
Anonymous Anonymous said...
How about not allowing teens have their license till 18 where they don't have to be with someone over 21!
June 5, 2016 at 1:24 AM
Age and maturity are factors to consider but driving instruction should be stressed more, like when it was taught in high schools. I have always thought that people's driving skills were diminished when they are taught by for-profit driving schools. That may not be the only reason but it is one that I believe.
Anonymous Anonymous said...
Explain what he, or she, doesn't "get," then.
June 5, 2016 at 1:36 AM
I do not think I can. And it would take too much time, too much typing and going back over items that already has been covered numerous times, even on this blog. Suffice it to say we just disagree and I doubt there is anything I, or anyone else could say that would change that.
Everyone in this blog complains about the police enforcing, what they consider, "petty" laws. For example; speed enforcement, seatbelt enforcement, cell phone enforcement and TEXTING WHILE DRIVING enforcement. Routinely, writers on the blog call the police "revenue generators". They say "the police police should be worried about real crime and drugs instead of traffic laws". On the blog, police are constantly bashed for being part of a "police state" and a "Gustapo".
Yet, read what is asked of them in this case. They are asked to increase enforcement on cell phone useage. They are asked to increase speed enforcement. They are asked to take this "more seriously" and help save lives. One person compares this type of driving to shooting a gun down the road.
The fact is, I DO get it. I have lived it every day of my adult life. I have been out there trying to balance enforcement with compassion for my fellow citizens. When faced with decisions that would impact the livelihood, freedom and future of a person, I made decisions that was in the best interest and in the "light most favorable" to the violator if at all possible. I often used these types of interactions as a "teachable moment" to educate the public on how and why the police handled enforcement.
A prime example of this is the parking enforcement that has recently become a hot topic. I would routinely visit WalMart, Food Lion, local banks, liquor stores and other businesses where patrons would refuse to park in the parking lot. Many times, these citizens would just pull up in front, get out, run in, make a purchase, run out and leave. I would be there to educate that it is against the law to do this. It mainly happened on rainy days. People would scoff and feel that they had a right to do this. However, when I explained to them that this is a technique used by people to rob a store. They then understood. I educated them that the police have no idea of their intention and that hey could have simply pulled up to run in and rob the place and have their vehicle close by and running for a quick escape. Once they realized how it was viewed, most were apologetic and advised they wouldn't do it again
This is just one example of balancing enforcement and education. So, as I stated, I DO get it. What I don't get is the armchair quarterbacks WHO HAVE NEVER BEEN OUT THERE ACTUALLY DOING THE WORK, thinking they know about or can speak authoritatively about police practices, policies, procedures or motive.
What it comes down to is this, you (as a singular reader) have your opinion of how and what the police should or shouldn't do. That opinion is rooted in your experience and upbringing. However, that opinion is unique to each and every person based on their experience and upbringing. That is why the police are pulled in every different direction. Things that you feel are important and or unimportant are just the opposite to others. So, when you say that police shouldn't be enforcing speed laws and should be focused on drugs, there are 20 people a day calling the police station asking for more speed enforcement because they had a family member injured by a speeding driver.
The police are human beings and are trying to satisfy and help as many people as they can. If you think the police are your enemy, you are delusional. There are bad employees in every profession. There are bad cooks at Olive Garden, there are bad shelf organizers at Best Buy, there are bad writers at the Daily Times and yes, there are police who are bad. However, that isn't an indictment of the whole profession.
Just know that the police WANT to help. They came into the profession to make the world a better and safer place for you and your children. It's a tough job with split second decisions where everyone has an opinion of how THEY would have handled things. Police are an easy target. But, every single one that I have known over my 20 plus year career has had the best of intentions.
I agree I know that police are here for our protection.
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