TMK9973 Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Like I said before, all the guy needed to do was pull over and explain the situation. The Officer wasn't willing to listen to much because the guy never told him what was going on when he tried to pull him over in the first place. Anyway, I seriously doubt that guy is going to be prosecuted by the DA's office for this. no..Depends on how far from the hospital. You've been pulled over I assume - It's more then 30 seconds. Cops always take a min or too before approaching your car. They Run the plates, walk slowly, call it in, etc.... since the cop didn't call backup and first encounter was at the hospital, it sounded like he was pretty close. Whoops - Didn't see Henrys post.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NavyDave Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 If it was me, I'm driving thru red lights also and hopefully I have the caution lights on. I'm expecting these charges to be dismissed the hubby and the police officer having a beer submit photo op bro hug and everything is forgiven. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The 12th Commandment Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Like I said before, all the guy needed to do was pull over and explain the situation. The Officer wasn't willing to listen to much because the guy never told him what was going on when he tried to pull him over in the first place. Anyway, I seriously doubt that guy is going to be prosecuted by the DA's office for this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madison Redskin Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 All the guy needed to do was pull over and tell the officer what was going on. That would have taken about 30 seconds and I'm sure he would have got a police escort to the hospital. He did not and that is why he is in trouble. So you would pull over if your wife was about to die? BS. Either you don't really love your wife (assuming you have one) or you're being an insincere contrarian. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twa Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 So you would pull over if your wife was about to die? BS. Either you don't really love your wife (assuming you have one) or you're being an insincere contrarian. The husband did what he thought was best as well as the cop. Let the judge and prosecutor do their thing now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr. Sinister Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 So you would pull over if your wife was about to die? BS. Either you don't really love your wife (assuming you have one) or you're being an insincere contrarian. God help him if he ever ends up in a situation like that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bliz Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 You don't pull over and hope to talk to the cop. Not a chance. You call 911, tell them what's going on, where you are, and that you have a cop behind you, and ask them to radio the cop, apprise him of the situation, and turn him into a police escort. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rocky21 Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Johnny Punani pwned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JimboDaMan Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Like I said before, all the guy needed to do was pull over and explain the situation. The Officer wasn't willing to listen to much because the guy never told him what was going on when he tried to pull him over in the first place. Anyway, I seriously doubt that guy is going to be prosecuted by the DA's office for this.The cop is a moron and I don’t see how it’s possible for anyone to excuse his lack of judgment. During a traffic stop I’ve never seen a cop get out of his car in 30 seconds, far less have the entire encounter take that long. Given his horrific inability to assess the situation of a frantic man carrying an amputee to the entrance of a hospital, there’s no reason to think this idiot would have done anything other than a looong slooow circle around the vehicle checking for infractions, then writing a leisurely ticket for running red lights and delivering a brief lecture on the perils of dangerous driving.He was certainly justified up to the point of the hospital. At that point, given where he was and the events unfolding in front of him, he's in an obvious situation where seconds count. An officer who would not allow the driver and patient to enter the hospital does not deserve to wear the badge and uniform. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Madison Redskin Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 The husband did what he thought was best as well as the cop.Let the judge and prosecutor do their thing now. Well, if the cop did what he thought was best, his judgment sucks (which isn't very surprising). Getting arrested sucks and having a record is even worse. Even if the charges are dismissed or the guy is acquitted, he's going to have to explain to employers why he was arrested for a felony and assaulting a cop. As far as many employers are concerned, if you've been arrested, you might as well have been convicted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redskins Diehard Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Facts that are not relevant to the situation but included in the article for dramatic effect: 1) Newlywed 2) Cancer survivor 3) Amputee 4) Iraq Veteran It seems like "delayed treatment" is a stretch at best given what is written in the article. The husband did the "right" thing in my opinion. And I would be surprised if the charges are not dropped. I would think that calmer heads would have prevailed before charges were even filed in the first place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
twa Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Facts that are not relevant to the situation but included in the article for dramatic effect:1) Newlywed 2) Cancer survivor 3) Amputee 4) Iraq Veteran It seems like "delayed treatment" is a stretch at best given what is written in the article. The husband did the "right" thing in my opinion. And I would be surprised if the charges are not dropped. I would think that calmer heads would have prevailed before charges were even filed in the first place. The fact he was not arrested until days later seems to point to something being left out of the story...as usual. From what I have read I agree that I would likely have done the same as the husband...from what I read being one sided;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darklight1216 Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 And if the cop doesn't listen the wife becomes a veg or dies.I'd rather take the chance and pay the frickin' fine and spend the night in jail. A cop who would do this AFTER seeing the situation in front of his eyes at the hospital isn't going to be suddenly amiable and understanding on the side of the road. Some of those guys really are idiots on a permanent power trip. If my wife is dying, I'm not taking the chance that I draw one of them. Arrest me all you want, but my wife is getting to the hospital first. Afterwards we can start the long process of me suing the hell out of the police force and costing him his career if he so desires. But he's not killing my wife. It would seem that this police officer is one of them. You don't pull over and hope to talk to the cop. Not a chance. You call 911, tell them what's going on, where you are, and that you have a cop behind you, and ask them to radio the cop, apprise him of the situation, and turn him into a police escort. You might have the presence of mind to do that, but I would be in panic mode and I'd do just what this guy did. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Corcaigh Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 You don't pull over and hope to talk to the cop. Not a chance. You call 911, tell them what's going on, where you are, and that you have a cop behind you, and ask them to radio the cop, apprise him of the situation, and turn him into a police escort. What? And face another charge of talking on your cell phone while driving? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chachie Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 And if the cop doesn't listen the wife becomes a veg or dies.I'd rather take the chance and pay the frickin' fine and spend the night in jail. A cop who would do this AFTER seeing the situation in front of his eyes at the hospital isn't going to be suddenly amiable and understanding on the side of the road. Some of those guys really are idiots on a permanent power trip. If my wife is dying, I'm not taking the chance that I draw one of them. Arrest me all you want, but my wife is getting to the hospital first. Afterwards we can start the long process of me suing the hell out of the police force and costing him his career if he so desires. But he's not killing my wife. ~Bang That about covers it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teller Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Doesn't surprise me that there's an IQ limitation to becoming a police officer. You give a moron who, 9 times out of 10, wouldn't succeed in getting a college education a badge and some power and this is what happens. Thank you for so clearly displaying your ignorance of the competitiveness of getting into law enforcement. People assume that someone who is rushing to the hospital in a life or death situation are calm or think outside of the here and now.IMO the guy did what he though was right. Pulling over was not an option for him, and I support the decision. People also assume that there's no adrenaline flowing, or mind racing on the officer's part because he's made "routine" traffic stops so many times before. However, one is expected to be right all the time. The other gets a free pass. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chachie Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 People also assume that there's no adrenaline flowing, or mind racing on the officer's part because he's made "routine" traffic stops so many times before. However, one is expected to be right all the time. The other gets a free pass. Not expected to be right but expected to adapt to the situation and transition from law enforcer to public servant. Who got a free pass? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bang Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 People also assume that there's no adrenaline flowing, or mind racing on the officer's part because he's made "routine" traffic stops so many times before. However, one is expected to be right all the time. The other gets a free pass. So, at what point does the officer's adrenaline stop and his brain take over? One would think upon seeing the guy rush up to the ER and try to help his one legged wife in through the door. But apparently not for Officer GungHo there. "I remember having to stop. I was trying to explain the situation, but he didn't really stop to listen. He never asked what her condition was," said Eric. "I remember having to step around him to get into the emergency room." No defense for this moron. Maybe in the car, but once at the ER door? None whatsoever. I don't think it's unreasonable to ask for his resignation. He has displayed an astonishing lack of common sense. ~Bang Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teller Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 So, at what point does the officer's adrenaline stop and his brain take over? One would think upon seeing the guy rush up to the ER and try to help his one legged wife in through the door.But apparently not for Officer GungHo there. "I remember having to stop. I was trying to explain the situation, but he didn't really stop to listen. He never asked what her condition was," said Eric. "I remember having to step around him to get into the emergency room." No defense for this moron. Maybe in the car, but once at the ER door? None whatsoever. ~Bang I don't know. I've seen some weird **** from people trying to get out of a ticket. And I've admitted frequently to my bias toward police officers until proven otherwise. And personally, though I hope to never be in the situation, I'm pretty sure if I thought a loved was in a condition that could lead to imminent death, I'd call an ambulance. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chachie Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 I don't know. I've seen some weird **** from people trying to get out of a ticket. And I've admitted frequently to my bias toward police officers until proven otherwise. Like cut off their leg and and have a stroke? And personally, though I hope to never be in the situation, I'm pretty sure if I thought a loved was in a condition that could lead to imminent death, I'd call an ambulance. Me too, because I'm not a medical professional but this guy was so I can't really blame him for knowing his wife may not have that much time to be waiting. I am well aware the cop didn't know these things but at the emergency room entrance is about when it all would have dawned on me. I can't help but suspect it dawned on him then too but he was more concerned with not being "shown up." Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teller Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Like cut off their leg and and have a stroke? Not quite, but I've seen some very talented actors. The guy's ultimate decision was wrong. There's little doubt about that. We'll see how it turns out after the investigation is done. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Redskins Diehard Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 I don't know. I've seen some weird **** from people trying to get out of a ticket. And I've admitted frequently to my bias toward police officers until proven otherwise.And personally, though I hope to never be in the situation, I'm pretty sure if I thought a loved was in a condition that could lead to imminent death, I'd call an ambulance. I suspect that it is pretty possible that the guys account of what happened as he was getting out of the car and trying to get into the hospital may not be exactly what happened. Right now all we have is the account of the guy that was carrying his cancer survivor amputee newlywed into the hospital because she was having a stroke. It is possible that he may not have the clearest recollection of what happened. Like I said before, I probably would do the same thing. I would be SINGULARLY focused on taking care of my loved one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
brianm23 Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Hey look, another dumb ass police officer who's on a power trip. Nothing new here. All too common these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chachie Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 Not quite, but I've seen some very talented actors. The guy's ultimate decision was wrong. There's little doubt about that. We'll see how it turns out after the investigation is done. I'm definitely a cop appreciator. I do a lot of work in media production for police. They truly want to do the best they can. They are human and make mistakes but due to the danger of the job, it requires a lot of "alpha male" types to do it. Alphas don't like being wrong and are prone to stubbornness. God love 'em. We need 'em. Hopefully that one will learn a few things about taking care of the flock instead of establishing his territory. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teller Posted June 21, 2010 Share Posted June 21, 2010 I'm definitely a cop appreciator. I do a lot of work in media production for police. They truly want to do the best they can. They are human and make mistakes but due to the danger of the job, it requires a lot of "alpha male" types to do it. Alphas don't like being wrong and are prone to stubbornness. God love 'em. We need 'em. Hopefully that one will learn a few things about taking care of the flock instead of establishing his territory. Agreed, 100%. Hey look, another dumb ass police officer who's on a power trip. Nothing new here. All too common these days. Hey look, another.......poster making a sweeping generalization. Nothing new here. All too common these days. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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