Saying Thanks to the Good Police Officers

[damama55]

Seriously?? I am sorry you have had bad experiences with some officers. Have you tried talking to them? Have you gone to a station and discussed with officers why, with no record, they are giving you a hard time, if that is how you feel?? Officers, I find, are not "Out to Get You". I have lived all across this beautiful country. Had dealings with a lot of officers. I had some children that were in an out of trouble and, they have always been people doing their job. Of course, some were better than others, but all the ones I dealt with, were compassionate and caring. I even got a ticket once, and I could have sworn I wasn't speeding. However, I knew there were other times when I had been going a little too fast, in my younger days. So, I went and paid the ticket. Basically to remind myself that if I had gotten caught for the other times I had, the ticket would have been much more. And, it reminded me to keep an eye on my speed.
I feel bad for you that you have had bad experiences. I seriously would encourage you to go to the police station and talk to the one in charge and discuss your situation and see if you can clear it up. Perhaps someone that looks like you, is the real culprit. You don't know until you ask. I think you will find that officers do really want to help, serve and protect. If you put the shoe on the other foot, I mean trade shoes with the officers, how would you feel if you saw someone that you thought was a bad person doing terrible things. Would you just walk away and say, "Oh, no! It probably isn't him/her." and just walk away?? Or would you stop him/her and ask a few questions to determine who it is?
Sometimes an officer might even let you ride along with them just to see what they face on a busy night. I think if a few of us did that, our attitude would change. I have found when something is driving me nuts, or if I feel I am being picked on, it is generally MY attitude that needs to change.
I hope any further dealings you may have with any officers will make you feel differently about them and what they are trying to do. Could you help clean up and investigate a horrific crash and then put it aside to go to a guy's house to answer a noise complaint? I couldn't.
We can't change others until we change us and it usually begins with our attitude and our outlook on life. I know I am thankful we have the officers we have in our community. I would not ever want to look around and NEVER see another one. THEN we would be in serious trouble.
Sorry this is so long, but my heart was touched when I read your comment. So, I wrote from my heart. I mean no disrespect to you and your feelings. I hope you don't take it as such.
Stay safe and these are just my thoughts.
All the best.

[DerKaiser]

Lemme guess...they had the gall to give you a ticket, or maybe they asked you to take a breathalyzer, perhaps shut down a party you were attending? I will say if you are they type that is constantly having negative experiences with the cops its your conduct that you need to reflect on not theirs, I'm betting your attitude needs an adjustment.

No, unfortunately you're wrong. The tickets I've received in the past (and it's been a while), were all deserved and I didn't even think of fighting a single one of them. The 2 times I had to take a breathalyzer, were OK too....even though the second time was just plain harassment, and I never attended a party cops had to shut down.
When I get pulled over for NO reason whatsoever, even when just walking at night (not drunk or acting strange), or when I get accused of lying even though telling the truth, or I get told that "we are the police, we can do whatever we want" then that makes me angry. When they think they can treat me any way they want, just because they're wearing an uniform, then I can't respect them. Or as long as they walk around, and taser old people or little children, or break the laws more often than a regular citizen...how can I say thanks?
Don't get me wrong damama55, I do respect and I am thankful for the GOOD police officers that actually do their job right....but lately there seems to be only a FEW of them and a LOT of the bad ones.

[zzontar]

Might as well include police dogs too...

http://www.castanet.net/edition/news-st ... .htm#74495

Man's best friend finds missing child
by RCMP - Story: 74495
Apr 28, 2012 / 4:11 pm

The quick work of a Kamloops RCMP dog handler is being credited for the safe recovery of a 2-year-old toddler who wandered away from the family vehicle in an isolated area south of Highway #1 in the hills above Campbell Creek during the noon hour on Saturday.

A Kamloops dad was geo-cashing in the area with his two sons aged 4 and 2 years. The two year old was eating a snack in the family van when the dad and the four year old got out of the vehicle and walked about 15 feet away as part of the geo-cashing exercise. The vehicle remained in their line of site. However, when the dad and son returned to the family vehicle, the toddler was gone, having exited the van on the opposite side.

After searching frantically for several minutes, the man called for police assistance. All available police cars were dispatched to the area including plainclothes officers, traffic patrol, members from the Kamloops Rural office and even Forensic Identification Officers responded. As the officers made their way to the scene, the RCMP helicopter was placed on standby as was the Provincial Search and Rescue.

A Kamloops patrol officer and a police dog handler were the first to arrive on scene. The dog picked up the track of the young toddler on a narrow trail cut into the hillside of a steep ravine. The dog master followed the trail for approximately one kilometre before finding the boy making his way back towards the area from which he had come.

The youth was unharmed and unaware of the efforts that were amassed to locate him. He commented to the police dog handler that he was out trying to find his dad. The police helicopter had just lifted off from the airport and was called off as were Provincial Search and Rescue. This is the second time police dog Zak and his handler Cst. Dave Lewis have found a missing child. He previously found a 21-month-old toddler who had wandered away from the parent’s home into the hills of Kenna Cartwright Park in January 2011.

[damama55]

Kudos to that officer and his dog partner. Both have to feel really good about a job very well done. I know this family will never forget all the efforts to find their young toddler. That is what this whole thread is about--finding and remembering all the good things officers do. Thanks for sharing this wonderful story with such a beautiful outcome.
DerKaiser--when you think of how many officers that put their lives on the line, of the risks every day they take, of the line of work they are in, I just don't believe there are more bad officers than good. It is the bad apples that get most of the news, while often times the good ones go unnoticed.
They are a family, and as with all families, there are great and good members, and then there are those that we love but--don't like what they have done or do. Yes, they try to protect them, as we try to protect our own families. That is how families are supposed to do it. Mistakes are made on both sides, but I do believe the good outweigh the bad.
Nothing is perfect, and I do believe that the bad ones will get their dues. The officers that are doing their very best realize they are sometimes painted with the same paint and brush as the bad, and that is so wrong. That is like saying all whites are good and all people of other colors are bad. We don't say that, or, at least we shouldn't. Each and every person, has a load to carry, a job to do. I just hope this thread makes it easier for the good ones.
There are jobs I can do, and then, there are jobs I couldn't do. Being a Police Officer is one that I couldn't do, and I am a people person, but, I just couldn't do their job. I love to help people, but I couldn't do what they do. I can help people that are sick, but I couldn't clean up after a wreckage that took a life or, as recently, 7 lives. I just couldn't do it.
I have a quick story. I was going through Vanderhoof one time and this car ahead of me was going really slow. So, when I saw it was safe, I pulled out and sped up and went by it. Then, slowed down some and started on my merry way. The next thing I know an officer is pulling me over. I rolled down my window and looked at him with a surprised look on my face, I'm sure. He asked where I was going in such a hurry. I told him and he said I was speeding.!. I told him that that car was going to slow and I needed to get by to get to my appointment. (Sounded reasonable to me.) He informed me the other driver was doing the speed limit, 50 KM, and I wasn't and now I was going to be behind him again 'cause he had pulled me over, and gave me a smile. He asked if I had any points against me and I told no, not yet. The officer went back to his car, took a few minutes checking my info, and then returned to my car telling me to have a great day, and to slow down, while passing me a ticket. I was sure it would probably be about $100 and was just sick about it. He tipped his hat and started to walk away. I looked down at the ticket and it was a WARNING ticket. I called out to him a big thank you and that I would definitely have a great day and that he should have one, too. He gave me a big smile and tipped his hat again, saying next time it wouldn't be a warning! I remember so plainly his salt and pepper hair and his wonderful smile. He knew he had made his point and I so appreciated him.
Again, I hope everyone stays safe and that we all give our officers no reason to deal with the dark side of their jobs.
Just my opinions.
Tip your hat, give a thumbs up, a smile, and a thank you to any and all officers you see today. They do appreciate it.
All the best and stay safe.

[MAPearce]

I was going through Vanderhoof one time and this car ahead of me was going really slow. So, when I saw it was safe, I pulled out and sped up and went by it. Then, slowed down some and started on my merry way. The next thing I know an officer is pulling me over. I rolled down my window and looked at him with a surprised look on my face, I'm sure. He asked where I was going in such a hurry. I told him and he said I was speeding.!. I told him that that car was going to slow and I needed to get by to get to my appointment. (Sounded reasonable to me.) He informed me the other driver was doing the speed limit, 50 KM, and I wasn't and now I was going to be behind him again 'cause he had pulled me over, and gave me a smile. He asked if I had any points against me and I told no, not yet. The officer went back to his car, took a few minutes checking my info, and then returned to my car telling me to have a great day, and to slow down, while passing me a ticket. I was sure it would probably be about $100 and was just sick about it

You should have got the ticket...A good police officer should know that the OSMV uses violation notices to determine the ability of a driver and if that driver does indeed deserve the privilege of operating a motor vehicle..

[damama55]

Another great story of how officers go above and beyond. I copied this from the Prince George Citizen.

"A man bleeding heavily from a chainsaw accident was transported in the back of a police car to hospital Tuesday afternoon.

Police became involved in the medical emergency after pulling over a vehicle on Highway 16 at Shelley Road.

One of the occupants of the speeding vehicle had, moments earlier, cut a gash in the upper part of his left leg.

“The member was worried about saving the leg and saving the victim’s life so he made a decision to transport the victim in the back of the police vehicle rather than wait for an ambulance,” said Staff Sgt. Pat McTiernan of the region’s RCMP traffic services department.

The victim and a friend sat in the rear of the police vehicle and applied pressure to the wound while the Mountie engaged lights and sirens and set off for the hospital. The situation was radioed ahead to BC Ambulance Service paramedics, who set off to meet them en route.

The Mountie met up with the paramedics but it was determined the police car should just carry on without stopping to switch the patient into the ambulance.

McTiernan said this was an example of what police are trained and empowered to do, even though it might have seemed like a time where, in the movies, a police escort would have done the job.

“We will not do escorts. Police do not pilot civilian vehicles in those circumstances,” said McTiernan, explaining that experience long ago established the dangers of that practice. Other motorists fixate on the police escort vehicle and sometimes fail to notice the trailing civilian vehicle. There have been disastrous consequences. It is safer for the police vehicle to act alone, as was done in this instance.

“It is also preferable to the civilian speeding down the highway,” he added. “That makes for traffic hazards. The situation is heated, the people involved are excited, there can be a lot of distractions for a driver with an injured person beside them, the driver could even be suffering from shock. It is better that someone is behind the wheel who has some training for dynamic situations, and let the other parties focus on the victim.”

The RCMP vehicle rolled up to the emergency room doors at University Hospital of Northern B.C. at about 3 p.m. and handed the patient over to medical care. Police were not told any of the details of how the chainsaw incident occurred and were not aware of the patient’s condition after ER staff took over."

Once again, an officer went above and beyond the call of duty, and more than likely saved this man's life.
A big tip of the hat and a heartfelt handshake to the officer. I am sure his family feel the same way, and will be happy to do the same.
Hope the man involved is going to be okay.

[10Sne1]

You should have got the ticket...A good police officer should know that the OSMV uses violation notices to determine the ability of a driver and if that driver does indeed deserve the privilege of operating a motor vehicle..

AND you know this, HOW?

[MAPearce]

What's your point ?? Anyone who gets 9 or more driving demerit points in a calender year get an automatic three month administrative driving prohibition ...Good cops , concerned about public safety, shouldn't let ANY dangerous violation like speeding go un ticketed..It's how the OSMV "sorts out the weinner's " on the roadways..

NO ??

Thought you knew everything ? It should be common knowledge to a whiz like you.

It is to most people .

[Captain Awesome]

I was pulled over for not signaling when going right (even though I was in the right turning lane). Then I realized I have no license on me since I misplaced it few days ago. Good thing the officer didn't make a big deal out of it, told me to go get my new license next day, and only gave me a warning for not signaling.

Thank you officer for giving me a break!

[damama55]

THAT is exactly what I thought when the officer didn't give me a ticket, when I was going through Vanderhoof. I truly appreciated it, and, as I said, do keep a closer eye on my speed. (I was actually on my way to court because one of my sons had gotten into trouble, and didn't want to be late.) Always nice when an officer shows he does have a heart. IF he had given me a ticket, I would have paid it. It was just nice I didn't get one. Sure made my day, as I am sure it made your day, too.
All the best.

[10Sne1]

What's your point ?? Anyone who gets 9 or more driving demerit points in a calender year get an automatic three month administrative driving prohibition ...Good cops , concerned about public safety, shouldn't let ANY dangerous violation like speeding go un ticketed..It's how the OSMV "sorts out the weinner's " on the roadways..

NO ??

Thought you knew everything ? It should be common knowledge to a whiz like you.

It is to most people .

Can you re-phrase that? By citing the MVA/MVR and without the personal attacks/innuendos? Is that possible/within your capabilities?

I'm sorry, when I Google, "weinner's", I get a plumbing and heating company. Could you also explain what you mean by, "weinner's"?

[MAPearce]

(I was actually on my way to court because one of my sons had gotten into trouble, and didn't want to be late.

hmmmm. And you say you didn't know you were speeding ?? But didn't want to be late ...??

[MAPearce]

Can you re-phrase that? By citing the MVA/MVR and without the personal attacks/innuendos? Is that possible/within your capabilities?

I'm sorry, when I Google, "weinner's", I get a plumbing and heating company. Could you also explain what you mean by, "weinner's"?

Tell you what sne...YOU look it up and tell me if I'm wrong ..It's you who must know so don't take my word for it .And a weinner is a chunk of meat commonly known as a "hot dog"..I may have mis spelled that but I think you get my drift.

I use it in a derogatory way, and the innuendo you speak of was initiated by you my friend.

[damama55]

Another great story out of the Prince George Citizen of people working together to get a despondent man being saved from jumping to his death.

"Nearly an hour and a half after it began, the ordeal was over, with police helping Willier back over the rail shortly before 4:30 p.m. and into a waiting ambulance which took him to the University Hospital of Northern B.C.

"My little grandson, Kacy, he talked his dad into coming off of the bridge," said Edna. "He loves that boy so much."

RCMP Cpl. Dave Tyreman was also instrumental in convincing Willier, according to police spokesperson Cpl Craig Douglass.

Edna expressed her appreciation for the work done by the RCMP other first responders, both on land and in waiting boats on the water.

RCMP requested the assistance of a passing jet boat operator so they could be on the water in case a rescue was necessary.

"The local resident graciously agreed to assist and remained on the Nechako River with the police officer and two Prince George Fire/Rescue swift water-trained personnel for the duration of the event," Douglass said.

"They would have saved my son. Even if he jumped in, they would have saved him. I thank God for that," said Edna."

Kudos to all involved with saving this man's life. Hopefully he gets the help he needs to help him through the tough time he is enduring now.

It was nice, too, to see so many unmarked cars around Kelowna and area pulling speedsters over. We will never know how many lives were saved because these officers were doing their job, while most of us had a holiday. I noticed most of the drivers were from BC. At least, the ones I saw pulled over.

Thanks, again, Men and Women of the RCMP. [b]Here's a Big Thank YOU from all of us.[/b]

All the best and stay safe. :)

[damama55]

Great way to get speeders to slow down.

Farmer John lived on a quiet rural highway.
But as time went by, the traffic slowly built up and became so heavy and so fast that his chickens were being run over at a rate of three to six a day.

So one day Farmer John called the local police station and said, "You've got to do something about all of these people driving so fast and killing my chickens."

"What do you want us to do?" asked the policeman.
"I don't care, just do something about those crazy drivers!"
So the next day the policeman had the Main Road’s workers
go out to erect a sign that said:

SLOW: SCHOOL CROSSING

Three days later Farmer John called the policeman and said,
"You've got to do something about these drivers. The ‘school
crossing' sign seems to make them go even faster!"
So, again, the policeman sends out the Main Roads workers’
and they put up a new sign:

SLOW: CHILDREN AT PLAY

That really sped them up. So Farmer John called and
called and called every day for three weeks.
Finally, he asked the policeman, "Your signs are doing no
good at all ... can I put up my own sign?"

The policeman said, "Sure, go ahead."
He was willing to let Farmer John do just about anything
in order to get him to stop calling to complain.

The policeman got no more calls from Farmer John.
Three weeks later, curiosity got the best of the policeman
and he decided to give Farmer John a call. “ How’s the
problem with those drivers. Did you put up your sign?"

"Oh, I sure did,” replied Farmer John, ”and not one chicken
has been killed since then. I've got to go. I'm very busy."
He hung up the phone.

The policeman was really curious and he thought to himself,
"I'd better go out there and take a look at that sign … it might
be something that WE could use to slow down drivers."

So he drove out to Farmer John's house, and his jaw dropped
the moment he saw the sign.

It was spray painted on a sheet of wood....

NUDIST COLONY
Go slow and watch out for chicks!

Think it might work??