No parking in BedStuy on Thurs.
So that was killed by another officer is having a funeral service on Throop between Macdonough and Macon. Up are signs that say no parking on about 8, maybe more, blocks in the Stuy. Where do they think hundreds of cars are suppose to go? While I respect the situation, I think it’s overkill. Even…
So that was killed by another officer is having a funeral service on Throop between Macdonough and Macon. Up are signs that say no parking on about 8, maybe more, blocks in the Stuy. Where do they think hundreds of cars are suppose to go? While I respect the situation, I think it’s overkill. Even the school parking on Macon between Tompkins and Marcy will be restricted. Unreal!
Okay so just for an update:
It’s actually about 24-27 blocks that the restrictions will be on. I will be on hand to show my respect, as I’m only a block away.
Let’s give the OP a break in light of his subsequent comments and apology.
I never said that respect was enough to negate this killing or any other. As the fraternity of Blacks working in law enforcement is relatively small when compared to the numbers of Blacks caught up in the system, there is no one commenting in this forum that understands that more than me. I said that I will personally reserve commenting on the causes that led to this until the deceased is laid to rest and I will do just that.
No chosen, “respect” is not enough to mitigate the tragedy, nor is a well-attended funeral. It would be better if we were all outraged that police killings, especially in the white-to-black direction, were happening.
I’m sorry, there’s no excuse for the various incidents that have happened–Diallo, et al; it just underscores the impetuousness (and lack of accountability) of the police. I, even as a middle-class non-white, could easily be in that position and I don’t take comfort from the fact that most times the police are indeed doing their job
A2D,
Please let’s not go there,now. The mood for the staff in all law enforcement agencies in the city has been a somber one because there is nothing “friendly” about “friendly fire.” I have made it a personal policy to wait at least until the deceased, no matter which side of the law they were on, is laid to rest before I comment on any deadly incident when neighbors and friends ask for my opinion on a particular incident. It is out of respect to their families. In the upcoming weeks, there will be ample opportunity, if not on Brownstoner then in other forums, to offer your opinion as to the cause.
Same thinking is why that officer is dead.
“The type of person who would walk through The Stuy chatting on their iphone toting tons of cash and then is shocked when they get robbed.”
But what are you really saying… Could that not happen anywhere around the world. Been browsing these forums for years. You don’t have to say it, I already know what your thinking, which probably makes you a coward.
Again, I express my most sincere apologizes, as I did not mean to come of like I didnt care. I clearly stated that I respect the situation.
BTW,
Despite the economic downturn, NYC is the safest city in the country. We have work to do on the tactics used to keep it safe but the safest city none the less, thanks to all of NYC’s law enforcement officers (Police, Correction, Courts, Fire Marshalls, Probation, Parole, ASPCA, School Safety, Hospital Police, CUNY Safety Officers etc..)and the thousands of civilian support staff who are almost never recognized for their tedious work.
I meant that if you can’t wrap your head around the fact that lots of people are going to attend the services for a fallen officer (which is what happens every time uniformed personnel die) you must not be too aware of your surroundings. The type of person who would walk through The Stuy chatting on their iphone toting tons of cash and then is shocked when they get robbed. I said nothing about race. Black people can be just as stupid as white people.