Sheriff Bob Fletcher, the top law enforcement Officer in the Minneapolis area called out the political class for their anti-cop messaging. He said State and Minneapolis/St. Paul pols have given the criminal element a power and boldness never seen. The defund/dismantle/qualified immunity song these fools sing has given the younger generation a boldness and immunity attitude. And why shouldn’t they be unafraid of law enforcement. That’s all they’ve heard in the last 5 years.
Some may say it’s part of the job but assaults on police in MN have gone from 350 in 2019 to 1032 in 2022. Do the math. That’s one hell of an increase.
The Sheriff said it’s hard to recruit and retain Deputies. Many wives and girlfriends are encouraging the cops to find another path. Who can blame them. Last month 2 Officer and a Para-Medic were killed in Burnsville, MN (think Minneapolis) The deaths were from a felon who lured the cops into an ambush.
Last week a Ramsey County Deputy was hit by a rifle bullet fired from a stolen car. If not for the vest he would be on the ODMP list of Officers killed on duty.
Wake up folks…or get the hell out.
Peace
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They have given the criminal element a reason to commit crimes without fear. It will be hard to put that Genii in the box again.
Right you are Jim. Impossible would be my guess. I’d hate to be a cop around Minneapolis…non wonder so many are leaving. The fools on the city board want to dis band the police, well, they may get their wish then have to deal with the circumstances. Take Care, Stay Safe
Ken