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Bystander, Suspect Killed In Crash Following Police Chase

Police Say Car Was Stolen Earlier Friday

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Bystander, Suspect Killed In Crash Following Police Chase

January 15th, 2012 @ 8:29PM (12 years ago)
Posted by: Deputy Darrell

My condolences to the families involved, especially the lady that was completely innocent. The families left behind are also victims in this as they will never be able to say, "Goodbye." I listened to the vast majority of the pursuit on 3rd Division's channel starting when the sergeant asked radio to confirm the plate number. The sergeant in the pursuit did an amazing job keeping his cool throughout the entire incident. I've gone back over audio of some of my own incidents, and I only wish I could maintain composure such as this sergeant did. The 3rd Division was running extremely short that morning, but they all did a great job of covering all the beats the rest of the morning.

Again, we can call the suspects all the bad names they deserve, but the underlying result here was that the dangerous aspect of our job reared its ugly head. This week, 2 families will bury someone they love. I'm thankful it wasn't one of ours, but I'm torn for those that are grieving. If we give up and rest on our laurels, the wolves will come out in bigger numbers. Tonight there is one less wolf but also one less sheep. Move on, but don't forget to pray for those that hurt. Keep each other safe and do your absolute best.

Bystander, Suspect Killed In Crash Following Police Chase

January 16th, 2012 @ 11:40AM (12 years ago)

I believe a few years ago there was a push to issue citations to people who left there cars running and left unattended. I would say that nearly all of those were dismissed by the courts. Maybe if the judicial system took these citations seriously fewer people would leave their cars running.

Bystander, Suspect Killed In Crash Following Police Chase

January 16th, 2012 @ 12:32PM (12 years ago)
Posted by: kickbacks

I feel bad for the family whose car was taken. I feel bad for the Sgt who had to chase them and for his family. I feel even worse for the woman that was needlessley killed by the thieves, and what her family must feel.

kickbacks

Bystander, Suspect Killed In Crash Following Police Chase

January 16th, 2012 @ 12:34PM (12 years ago)

really??? really???

its bad enough what happens when you steal a car. do you guys really need to coach the victims of theft on how to sound apalled that the cops did their job??? whas. wlky.

you make me sick.

Bystander, Suspect Killed In Crash Following Police Chase

January 17th, 2012 @ 1:14AM (12 years ago)

Heard that the one scrote who died had his application for veterinary school in his pocket, and the one who lived was on his way to pick one up.

Bystander, Suspect Killed In Crash Following Police Chase

January 17th, 2012 @ 11:39PM (12 years ago)

When the lawsuits come (and they will), wouldn't it be befitting if they sued the car owners for negligence for leaving their vehicle running unattended instead of suing the police for doing their job? These people are supposed to have insurance and they should be the ones to cover any damages - not the city.

Unfortunately, that will not be the case and Simms and company will be writing another check even though we did nothing wrong.

Bystander, Suspect Killed In Crash Following Police Chase

January 18th, 2012 @ 8:37AM (12 years ago)

Police vehicles have equipment that must be powered at all times. Citizens have cold cars that must be warmed up. There are ways to leave vehicles running unattended without risk of it being stolen. This particular method has been practiced in Bullitt County for decades.

Bystander, Suspect Killed In Crash Following Police Chase

January 18th, 2012 @ 11:05PM (12 years ago)
Posted by: kickbacks

Hey, what's up with White Castles charging us for coffee now? I have been going there for six years and now suddenly I have to pay for a measley cup of coffee. Jeez, is the economy that bad?

baaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaacks.

Back to the city way for roll call!

January 19th, 2012 @ 6:16PM (12 years ago)

i just read the email Col.Gentry sent out stating we will go back to the old city way of doing roll calls . Hats, drivers license will be displayed in a formal line! What a joke of going backwards.

Bystander, Suspect Killed In Crash Following Police Chase

January 20th, 2012 @ 6:35AM (12 years ago)
Posted by: the real kickbacks

I did not post that. I don't even like coffee.

and for the curious - the name 'kickbacks' was in reference to Fat Head and his collusion with Cordish Group.

backs