Video: Time for another 800-comment police brutality thread
posted at 8:17 pm on May 13, 2009 by Allahpundit
Via HuffPo, an unusual entry in our long series of cops behaving badly: There’s no doubt that this is, in fact, brutality, but there is some doubt that any serious harm was done. Also, what’s the deal with the press making a big deal about the high-five? It’s not clear if the second cop even saw the kick to the suspect’s face. Looks to me like they’re celebrating having apprehended him, not booting him in the skull.
Still, a nasty blow, and one for which he’ll surely reprimanded. Prediction: Desk duty for three months.
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And they’re off!
blatantblue on May 13, 2009 at 8:19 PM
Yup. That’s police brutality. Fire his ass.
SoulGlo on May 13, 2009 at 8:19 PM
big deal….I am sure Obama does the same to Chrysler Bond Holders in private….
SDarchitect on May 13, 2009 at 8:20 PM
poor innocent victim uses ground launched cruise missile recklessly in an urban area….
nothing to see here the kid’s too pale to worry….move along move along
sven10077 on May 13, 2009 at 8:21 PM
Maybe he shouldn’t have been breaking the law.No one kicked me today.
NeoKong on May 13, 2009 at 8:21 PM
you win the thread
+eleventy!!!
sven10077 on May 13, 2009 at 8:22 PM
It was a love tap.
therightscoop on May 13, 2009 at 8:23 PM
ahh thats nothing.
If it were up to me (and it SHOULD be) I would make it so that its mandatory to give ONE kick (not two, not three) to the head of a punk.
But I would also possibly make it mandatory for the cops to wear steal tipped boots to, soooooooo.
>:)
Handel on May 13, 2009 at 8:23 PM
Yeah, it was unnecessary, but it was fun to watch.
Mark1971 on May 13, 2009 at 8:23 PM
Stop Resisting!!!!
d1carter on May 13, 2009 at 8:24 PM
Man, those are some skiiiinnnny arms and legs!
Chaz on May 13, 2009 at 8:24 PM
I’d kick a b*tch too if he just led me on a car chase
AND ALMOST RAN OVER A WOMAN.
blatantblue on May 13, 2009 at 8:24 PM
Obama had a bad day at the office. The MSM needs to create a slack period for him.
BobMbx on May 13, 2009 at 8:24 PM
I can recognize that the cop shouldn’t have kicked the guy in the head. But I have no sympathy for the criminal.
Don’t fire the cop, but send him to “anger management” training.
Nethicus on May 13, 2009 at 8:26 PM
Lame kick-clearly that cop never played soccer. After watching all that Islamists can do with a head, this looks like childs play.
CarolynM on May 13, 2009 at 8:26 PM
What a stupid cop.
modnar on May 13, 2009 at 8:26 PM
So, to clarify, US Law Enforcement = evil and monstrous, but Hamas et al = deserving of understanding.
Gotcha.
TheUnrepentantGeek on May 13, 2009 at 8:27 PM
Don’t Taze me bro!
eaglewingz08 on May 13, 2009 at 8:27 PM
We needs guys like this on the border.
SouthernGent on May 13, 2009 at 8:28 PM
I’ll take the under on your prediction, AP. That’s an “is” statement, not an “ought” statement, BTW. Kick was a late hit, totally unwarranted.
The kid actually went from a nonthreatening position to an ambiguous one (hand closer to pockets) as a result of the kick.
DrSteve on May 13, 2009 at 8:29 PM
Pictured: Rahm Emanuel dealing with investors who insist on their contractual rights.
amerpundit on May 13, 2009 at 8:29 PM
I am going to have to side with the cop on this one …..soley on the basis of the perps pants.
Kasper Hauser on May 13, 2009 at 8:29 PM
It’s likely that the owner of the parked car that he crashed into would want to kick him in the head. Maybe it will knock some sense into the kid.
dedalus on May 13, 2009 at 8:30 PM
hmmm…I’m betting that kick took the fight out of him though.
if the cop is willing to kick you now imagine what he’d do to you if resist.
Yep don’t care. The guy was caught in the act of breaking the law and then resisted arrest.
If every criminal got a little roughed up and had to actually serve a sentence that was more like a punishment I doubt we’d see as many as we do today.
should the cop have kicked him probably not since he was down. Should the cop get punished for it…probably will but really no he shouldn’t.
theguardianii on May 13, 2009 at 8:30 PM
Good to see that COPS grant money in action…
elgeneralisimo on May 13, 2009 at 8:31 PM
Why do so many people run in LA?
TheBigOldDog on May 13, 2009 at 8:32 PM
Its only a flesh wound
William Amos on May 13, 2009 at 8:32 PM
I don’t think this is so bad. I mean, it’s not like he waterboarded him.
Yeah the police officer is an idiot. He should have known there was a camera above. He should have just jumped on his back with a knee and grabbed the cuffs.
PappaMac on May 13, 2009 at 8:33 PM
It looks like night time.
Blake on May 13, 2009 at 8:33 PM
“Everbody knows if the police have to come and get you they’re bringin’ and ass kickin’ with them” – Chris Rock.
Marc01 on May 13, 2009 at 8:33 PM
another obama voter…off the streets.
Handel on May 13, 2009 at 8:33 PM
I believe it was Chicago.
Ironic
William Amos on May 13, 2009 at 8:33 PM
enough force could have broken a disc or two….
a worthy primer for his further punishment….
sven10077 on May 13, 2009 at 8:34 PM
Doesnt matter he can still vote for Obama in Prison.
William Amos on May 13, 2009 at 8:34 PM
Chitown feed of KNBC feed I think….
sven10077 on May 13, 2009 at 8:34 PM
Plam trees in Chicago? I think it’s LA… NBCLA
TheBigOldDog on May 13, 2009 at 8:35 PM
Because that’s how most of them got into the country.
Mark1971 on May 13, 2009 at 8:35 PM
High speed chase and then fleeing on foot?
I’m not going to blame the cop for one kick. That’s one of those high-intensity, high-adrenalin situations that one act of excessive violence, provided it causes no considerable harm, can be excused.
Moron shouldn’t have fled.
MadisonConservative on May 13, 2009 at 8:35 PM
The police officer shouldn’t have kicked the man in the head, and should be disciplined for it. But, given the chase and the man’s dangerous behavior, I do understand the policeman’s reaction and would hope the discipline is not severe.
As to the reporter’s attempt to make something out of the high-five, that’s bad reporting.
Loxodonta on May 13, 2009 at 8:35 PM
The cop clearly needs additional training.
He should spend a few weeks working with either a soccer coach or a football kicking coach.
Kasper Hauser on May 13, 2009 at 8:36 PM
You can actually see worse than that on WWE. s/
PappaMac on May 13, 2009 at 8:36 PM
I love the way the kicker tried to wrench the thug’s arm out of its shoulder socket. That’s got to feel pretty empowering.
Alan on May 13, 2009 at 8:36 PM
Have not watched the video yet but I’m sure that as long as he did not have water poured up his nose it’s alright.
Rod on May 13, 2009 at 8:37 PM
pig
Denniscat on May 13, 2009 at 8:37 PM
The tape won’t play for me either here or at Huffpo. Obviously, you people can’t handle the truth!
Blake on May 13, 2009 at 8:37 PM
LOL! There may be something to that!
Seriously though, it seems like LA has at least one of these every month. What’s up with that?
TheBigOldDog on May 13, 2009 at 8:37 PM
That’s because you’re on Auntie Janet’s list and she doesn’t want you getting any ideas!
TheBigOldDog on May 13, 2009 at 8:39 PM
Ah Ok It was Chicago.com feed of an NBC story.
William Amos on May 13, 2009 at 8:39 PM
Uh, guy driving like an idiot on the wrong side of the street. Cops in pursuit, he finally stops and they’re pissed. I don’t have a lot of sympathy for him. Don’t run from cops, don’t run away, be a normal citizen and follow rules and maybe an LA cop won’t kick your ass. I’m done with this behavior.
mimi1220 on May 13, 2009 at 8:39 PM
What do you mean, “you people?”
Nethicus on May 13, 2009 at 8:39 PM
they know they will get on TruTV….think of the guy in his 60s showing the greatgrandkids the clip of Gramps getting kicked by da man…
sven10077 on May 13, 2009 at 8:40 PM
Sorry MadisonConservative, the guy was spread eagle on the ground. The chase was over. There was no excuse. That cop shouldn’t be allowed to wear a badge.
Alan on May 13, 2009 at 8:40 PM
It is obvious the police officer in question had just run across moist grass, and recently planted loose soil, and the perp was supine on a sloping lawn. As the officer attempted to prevent himself from sliding over and possibly falling on the perp, he attempted with equal vigor to stop his forward direction. In doing so, his right foot slipped on the aforementioned wet grass, causing said foot to impact briefly on or near the exposed head of the supine perp.
The police officer in question immediately apologized to the perp for this transgression of said perp’s personal space, and he, and the other officers immediately rendered aid to prevent the injured perp from moving, with the intent of preventing possible head or neck injuries until the appropriate medical authorities could arrive on the scene and render proper medical care.
The attendant “hi-five” seen in the photo has no connection to the incident immediately preceeding said “hi-five.” The specialist K-9 officer, a close family friend of the “hi-fiving” officer, had just recently returned from a lengthy Reserve deployment to Fuzzystan, and the “hi-fiving” officer was overcome with emotion at seeing his dear friend back on duty and safe from harm after said lengthy deployment.
Signed,
Precinct Watch Officer
coldwarrior on May 13, 2009 at 8:40 PM
as long as his Koran wasn’t flushed it’s ok….
sven10077 on May 13, 2009 at 8:41 PM
He just lucky the cop got to him before dog did. My take is if you run from the police you deserve an ass kicking when you get caught. That way the crooks would think twice about running knowing that if they get caught they are in for a ass kicking of a life time.
kbass on May 13, 2009 at 8:41 PM
My God! How many times are we going to have to see this kind of vicious police brutality play out on out TVs before we take action to stop it???
The first step would be to ground news helicopters.
Kasper Hauser on May 13, 2009 at 8:42 PM
I personally liked the slow-mo replay. Wow, that has GOT to have hurt.
Rightwingguy on May 13, 2009 at 8:42 PM
60? Grandchildren he’ll even know? Boy you’re an optimist!
TheBigOldDog on May 13, 2009 at 8:42 PM
I think the cop slipped and his foot just kinda flew forward…after he regained his balance he should have kicked him, just on general principles.
Itchee Dryback on May 13, 2009 at 8:43 PM
Well damn, typical cops. You’re out enjoying a pleasant drive followed by a neighborhood jog and they rough you up.
This is a prison planet.
darclon on May 13, 2009 at 8:43 PM
I saw the police chasing this small truck with a camper shell going a 100 mph and weaving in significant traffic. The camper shell started disinigating and flying all over the highway, then illegal alieans, I think there were around 25 all together jammed into this truck, began flying all over this place. The guy stopped, got out and ran. The officer caught up with him and gave him a number of whacks which the guy deserved. He could have killed people on the highway, killed all those people he was smuggling, and then he resisted. But, of course,the cop is the one who gets in trouble.
Blake on May 13, 2009 at 8:43 PM
probably impregnated someone in his teens….
ie
17_35_52 so yeah the potential is there in that crowd…
sven10077 on May 13, 2009 at 8:44 PM
It’s time for the news choppers to turn the cameras off in these pursuits.
The public is not capable of comprehending the mental state of mind of a cop that at great risk chased a loser for 1/2 hour.
The stupid gang-banger will live to destruct again so anyone with their panties in a uproar here needs a chill pill or something.
FireBlogger on May 13, 2009 at 8:45 PM
That Coyote was doing the work getting workers to do the work americans won’t do that americans won’t do….
have a heart ese
sven10077 on May 13, 2009 at 8:46 PM
Whoa, I thought I was playing GTA there for a sec.
That was blatant police brutality. Inexcusable.
WisCon on May 13, 2009 at 8:46 PM
Hey, you can’t call your shot before the thread gets started.
You’re ruining it for me :(
Asher on May 13, 2009 at 8:47 PM
This is just one more example of brutality that will change no ones mind on either side of the argument. Any idea if the cop is going to request workers comp for a sprained toe?
JeffinOrlando on May 13, 2009 at 8:48 PM
OK, so to all my fellow conservative friends I ask. When the Obama administration outlaws conservative patriotism and the cops come to arrest you for the crime of being believing in the old outdated US Constitution, are you going to run? And if you do, do you think the cop chasing you should be excused for kicking you in the head when he catches you?
doriangrey on May 13, 2009 at 8:49 PM
It happens… I wonder if it was worse than waterboarding? ;)
echosyst on May 13, 2009 at 8:49 PM
I AGREE! He should be given a medal, and promoted to mayor.
:)
Handel on May 13, 2009 at 8:49 PM
1. run from cops
2. get kicked
3. get arrested
4. case is closed
Everyone please quit being so friggin judgmental. If you run from the cops for over an hour and almost murder a pedestrian by driving on the sidewalk then you must reap the rewards. But all anyone can zoom in on is the kick & the criminal’s rights? Grow up. The real world for cops is nasty, vicious and thankless. Leave them be. It is soooo easy to yak yak yak and act sanctimonious. Boring.
Ris4victory on May 13, 2009 at 8:50 PM
Yeah, it was brutality. But, if I was the motorist who that stupid little b**tard almost hit head on, I would have done quite a bit more to that p**ck and the cops would have been kicking me, to get me off of him. Give him a suspension (unpaid) freeze his pay for a couple of years, if it’s a first offense. If he’s a repeater, maybe he needs new work.
As for Mr. Grand Theft Auto Wannabe, next time use the broom closet and a phone book.
austinnelly on May 13, 2009 at 8:50 PM
He was killing a bee. Probably saved the guy’s life.
Case closed.
The Ugly American on May 13, 2009 at 8:50 PM
Well,he was fleeing arrest!
And now,this clown will settle out of
court,for lots of cash!
And,no,the police officer should not
of put the boots to his head!
canopfor on May 13, 2009 at 8:50 PM
You know what I’m gonna do?
I’m gonna become a cop.
Then I’m going to kick everyone.
blatantblue on May 13, 2009 at 8:52 PM
I’m just here to help AP make his goal.
Diogenes of Sinope on May 13, 2009 at 8:52 PM
and then
people will cry
POOOWWWIIIICEEE BRUTAWWIITTTYYY
blatantblue on May 13, 2009 at 8:52 PM
Ok if that happened I don’t think you would have to worry about getting kicked.
darclon on May 13, 2009 at 8:52 PM
What an idiot, trying to bite that cops foot. Clear case of assault and bitery.
Oldnuke on May 13, 2009 at 8:52 PM
The police will not be doing this sort of thing. It will be the Civilian Security Corps of which Obama spoke during the campaign…you know, the Mocha Shirts.
/s
coldwarrior on May 13, 2009 at 8:52 PM
Nope.
MB4 on May 13, 2009 at 8:53 PM
If you want to encourage this sort of behavior among the police, do nothing. Expect lawsuits and court involvement for the police department in the future.
Best to discourage this behavior with some form of discipline, but take into consideration the pursuit that led up to this particular incident.
Loxodonta on May 13, 2009 at 8:53 PM
Allah you crack me up!
I would hope that if it is against the law to kick someone in the head the policeman would get the same charges I would.
infidel on May 13, 2009 at 8:53 PM
Maybe he shouldn’t have been breaking the law.No one kicked me today.
So…breaking the law = allow the arresting officer to commit assault? is that what you’re saying?
I’m just trying to get to say that it’s OK for the police to violate the law they’re sworn to uphold.
To whom much is given, much is expected.
I R A Darth Aggie on May 13, 2009 at 8:54 PM
Oh there’s a well constructed analogy!
Whatcha want, watcha want
Whatcha gonna do
When Obama come for you
Tell me Whatcha gonna do, whatcha gonna dooo
Yeaheah
Bad boys, bad boys
Whatcha gonna do, whatcha gonna do
When they come for you
Bad boys, bad boys
Whatcha gonna do, whatcha gonna do
When they come for you
Nobody naw give you no break
Police naw give you no break
Not a soldier mona give you no break
Not even Obama naw give you no break
Bad boys, bad boys
Whatcha gonna do, whatcha gonna do
When they come for you
TheBigOldDog on May 13, 2009 at 8:54 PM
When cops in a free society behave like this, they take a significant step towards closing the gap that exists between them and Hamas.
JohnGalt23 on May 13, 2009 at 8:55 PM
don’t know what the /s is for he will likely try to “encourage” “minority hiring” in Urban PDs to get the seedcorn for the PaisleyShirts
sven10077 on May 13, 2009 at 8:55 PM
Sometimes,you have to kick some sense into
people!ahem.
canopfor on May 13, 2009 at 8:56 PM
If you run expect to get kicked. Once the word gets out no one will run.
BTW, innocent people don’t run.
FireBlogger on May 13, 2009 at 8:56 PM
Mauve, sven, mauve. Nobody would be caught dead in paisley these days… :-)
coldwarrior on May 13, 2009 at 8:57 PM
Prosecute the fascist|give the guy a kick for me…
…as appropriate.
exception on May 13, 2009 at 8:57 PM
If they run, they are VC.
If they don’t run, they are very well disciplined VC.
coldwarrior on May 13, 2009 at 8:58 PM
The cop let his emotions get the best of him after a long chase.
couple of hours on the couch and back to the mean streets fella!
dingbat on May 13, 2009 at 8:59 PM
Too fu#@ing bad! Break the law, suffer the consequences. A boot to his head would have been the least of his problems if I were chasing and caught him.
Flyboy on May 13, 2009 at 8:59 PM
Should have kicked him in the balls.
GarandFan on May 13, 2009 at 9:00 PM
When believing that the constitution should be upheld becomes a crime, then sir I will not be innocent.
doriangrey on May 13, 2009 at 9:01 PM
The suspect was taking a nap and the kind officer was just waking him up.
izoneguy on May 13, 2009 at 9:01 PM
excused for kicking…….
doriangrey on May 13,2009 at 8:49PM.
doriangrey:
They won’t be kicking!
The Civilian National Secruity Forces,
will have authorized, ‘Deadly Force’!!:)
canopfor on May 13, 2009 at 9:01 PM
I can’t imagine any justification for kicking him in the face but I wouldn’t be too hard on the cop in this case. Runners like that don’t deserve much sympathy, IMO, and it was only one kick. Maybe the guy was trying to swallow some drugs or something.
It’s not like he pushed some kid off his bike for no reason.
FloatingRock on May 13, 2009 at 9:03 PM
You oughta’ see what them I’Rainians do when they catches them a kweeur!
Tony Soprano on May 13, 2009 at 9:03 PM
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