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casicua t1_j25fajt wrote

In the last few years I’ve lost count of the number of idiots whom I’ve witnessed recklessly driving right in front of on duty NYPD cops and don’t even get pulled over. They could hit and run right in front of a cop and I’d give a 50/50 shot on whether the cop even reacts.

The NYPD intentionally refuse do their jobs and then will blame the protests or CCRB for it. The one thing they could easily do to actually improve safety in this city, and instead they’re sitting around playing candy crush in their squad cars whining about how no one respects them enough.

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PandaJ108 t1_j272owf wrote

Many hit and run drivers are repeat offenders. As is the case with most crime, its people that have been repeatedly arrested/cited over and over again.

Man, 47, charged with driving with suspended license in Staten Island crash that killed 3 teens

The guy already had a suspended license (either due to the accumulation of numerous tickets or previous arrest), he kept on driving. Since he stayed at the scene he avoided more serious charges and was released the same day. He probably out driving still with a suspended license.

“The defendant has been released on his own recognizance and is due back in Criminal Court on Aug. 18, according to public records.”

Motorist whose girlfriend died in freak NYC car fall had suspended license: cops

Webcrims case update showing above driver was immediately released on recognizance

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BiblioPhil t1_j28wk73 wrote

This doesn't really address the previous point.

I mean it does prove that technically cops do their jobs occasionally, I'll give you that. Doesn't mean they aren't playing candy crush and doesn't mean that when they do get off their asses, they actually follow protocol.

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casicua t1_j2eioch wrote

Not sure what the point is here - is it that you think cops should just not do their jobs since repeat offenders will just continue to hit & run, or that we need harsher punishments for hit & run offenders?

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TizonaBlu t1_j27u62m wrote

I saw a woman yelling outside of a cafe telling another woman to come out so she can “fuck [her] up”. I continued walking and half a block down I saw a parked police car with two cops. I told them what happened and said I was afraid the woman might do something violent. They nodded and continued chatting. I waited and they didn’t get out or drive forward.

As I walked off, they still made no attempt to move toward the cafe.

NYPD is utterly trash.

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Crimsonwolf1445 t1_j2e1vjl wrote

You are not the victim. A verbal argument is not a crime and unless the victim request the police there isnt much to be done

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TizonaBlu t1_j2e5gga wrote

Threat of violence is a crime, buddy boy, so is yelling such threats outside a cafe.

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simps_get_the_rope t1_j273y4q wrote

Damn. Was there some major event a few years ago where loads of people went on about how the police are evil and racist and need to be defunded? Maybe law enforcement is a bit, uh, demoralized as a result?

Nah, couldn't be.

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casicua t1_j275mtz wrote

Lol so they were demoralized because people wanted cops who murder black people to be held accountable and instead of saying “yes that’s a good thing” the whiny baby cops decided to pout and stop doing the jobs they’re paid to do.

Imagine being so whiny because you’re not allowed to murder people with impunity?

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LivefromPhoenix t1_j27jb8s wrote

Even if this was the case (and it isn't, this complaint goes back decades), feeling sad because people criticize you isn't an excuse to not do your job. It's insane how far people like you go to coddle cops. Can you even imagine this kind of logic working for any other job?

"Sorry boss, I know I'm supposed to drive this bus but I can't because a rider hurt my feelings".

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Die-Nacht t1_j28w7l2 wrote

"don't criticize cops, or they won't do their job". Amazing take. Does it work with other professions?

Don't criticize the politicians, or they won't do their job.

Don't post a bad review of that awful restaurant, or they won't get better.

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Some-Ruin4706 t1_j2b2279 wrote

Man, im gonna reply to you because no sense in talking to that person you commented on. How about when everyone got angry at cops killing people and being let off the hook, they doubled down on their shitty behavior instead of owning up to it and actively looking to change. Maybe do your fucking, stop killing people and youll eventually EARN the respect the people instead of demanding it be given to you.

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