MORE ON THE ATLANTA AIRPORT POLICE BRUTALITY MATTER

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[from occupied ga]

MORE ON THE ATLANTA AIRPORT POLICE BRUTALITY MATTER

If you're a Nuze reader you already know the background of this story. Atlanta police officer Terrance Alexander ordered Diana Dietrich-Barnes to move her car as she was waiting for her mom at the airport. She had to back up because there was a car in front of her. When she backed up her side-view mirror struck the cop in the arm ... or so he says. He then decided that Dietrich-Barnes was trying to run over him and ordered her out of the car. The incident ended up with Alexander body-slamming Dietrich-Barnes into the pavement and placing her under arrest. When his police department superiors refused to press charges against Diana Dietrich-Barnes after she was arrested by Terrance Alexander, Alexander decided to press his own charges ... three felony charges ... against her. Yesterday a Clayton County magistrate said that he will not issue any warrants against Dietrich-Barnes.

Terrance Alexander, who, by the way, has faced no less than 11 disciplinary actions in the past few years, most of them for his treatment of civilians, showed up in court yesterday with his arm in a sling. Here's an idea. Obviously Alexander had his arm in a sling in order to convince the court that he was injured. In that respect that sling was actually evidence that Alexander was trying to "introduce," if you will, in the case. Maybe the court could order an MRI for Alexander to see if there are, in fact, any soft issue injuries as his lawyer claims. If the MRI shows no such injuries Alexander could be charged with a conspiracy to obstruct justice.

Meanwhile ... nothing from Atlanta Police Chief Richard Pennington. He has yet to step forward to make a statement about Terrance Alexander and the wave of complaints about Atlanta cops at Hartsfield. There have been over 160 arrests lately ... some for offenses as idiotic as "snatching a ticket from an officer's hand." I wonder if those officers have to put their arm in a sling too?

[from occupied ga]

More on the 95% that gives the other 5% a bad name (BTW a$$wipe Pennington made a special trip to DC to testify to Kongress to keep the semiauto ban from expiring.)

[DainBramage]

Man you definitely have some issues.

[beyond the sea]

This woman is going to be very rich very soon!

[from occupied ga]

Man you definitely have some issues.

Hmm lemmie see. I post a story about police abouse and you open your yap and say I have issues. Well I really don't care what a void surrounded by a sphincter muscle thinks.

[DainBramage]

Your honor....I rest my case.

[rabidralph]

He may also have a point. Pennington used to be a cop in DC. If you know how poorly run the DC department is, you may understand why Atlanta cops are having problems.

[spodefly]

BTTT

[from occupied ga]

I stand by my earlier assessment of you

[Landru]

>Man you definitely have some issues.
Hmm lemmie see. I post a story about police abouse and you open your yap and say I have issues. Well I really don't care what a void surrounded by a sphincter muscle thinks."

Well look at it this way, not all's lost.
You've another quote for your profile page!

And it's a real *beaut*, too.

...from a genuine brainstem.

[ChefKeith]

The thing that sticks out here to Me is the sling. (aside from another cop with a bad 'tude)

He was not hurt enough to keep from body-slamming her to the ground but shows up in a sling...?

Maybe he hurt his own arm.

[asgardshill]

I post a story about police abouse and you open your yap and say I have issues. Well I really don't care what a void surrounded by a sphincter muscle thinks.

Want some free advice? Don't try to do Mickey Spillane. Mickey Spillane did it ever so much better.

[from occupied ga]

You've another quote for your profile page!

LOL True - excellent idea!! Genuine sincere fan mail is always appreciated.

[from occupied ga]

Want some free advice?

No

Don't try to do Mickey Spillane.

Who's Mickey Spillane?

[asgardshill]

Who's Mickey Spillane?

I rest my case too.

[Gigantor]

The airport police were just doing their job, following standard procedure. There is no record of any airport policeman ever violating a citizen.

















/sarcasm

[DainBramage]

Maybe so about the officer involved, but the over the top inclusion of 95% of the rest of officers as being bad is ridiculous.

Read this juveniles home page to see through his redneck anti everything but guns attitude.

If the women had have pulled around several times , parking in a no parking zone at a high security area she no doubt alerted security to her car and could have been warned previously as claimed, who knows. But for sure not dilbert-from-occcupied-georgia

Atlanta has a crime problem and cops who work in bad areas are often charged wrongly with abuse just for doing their jobs. Doesn't mean they are guilty every time.

""Hmm lemmie see. I post a story about police abouse and you open your yap and say I have issues. Well I really don't care what a void surrounded by a sphincter muscle thinks.

[Landru]

>"Want some free advice? Don't try to do Mickey Spillane. Mickey Spillane did it ever so much better."
"Who's Mickey Spillane?"

HA!!
Don't ask, just add that one to the list too while you're at it. :o)

Man, you post a pretty valid "news" story & the fruitcakes seem to fall outa the sky!!
What's that?

Well let us not question your good fortune.

...just grow-grow-grow that list!! ;^)

[toomuchcoffee]

Take that beastly cop out and kill him. Then give that poor little girl, who was so brutally treated, a medal and a million dollars. Matter of fact, judging from most FReepers opinion's that I've read on this and other 'like' subjects, we should just kill all cops. All they do is terrorize the poor, helpless population.

[7thson]

I am reading your posts and see that someone jumps on your case. All you did was post a story about the cops in Atlanta - specifically the airport. What is wrong with certain people on this site that they have to either make derogatory comments or insult people? If they do not like the post, why bother responding to it? I had this happen to me yesterday after posting a harmless joke. Sure, it was a silly joke but it was posted to ease the tensions of the day. Some people liked it and - I thought - a better joke came out of it when someone posted that we have gone from 9/11 to 7-11. But two individuals have to get on thier high horse and demand a stop to vanities, etc., etc. I happen to think your article was worth reading and informative, but alas, someone was offended! Instead of ignoring the article, that person had to make a snide remark to you, one which you did not deserve. I cannot understand these people who had nothing whatsoever to do with the creation or running of this site and yet feel they are duty bound to enforce arbitrary rules they themselves created to harras and insult others.

[LadyDoc]

Let's see...a terrorist goes around several times to "case" where would be best to let his car...and then "parks" it, leaves it to go inside the terminal where she would be safe when it went off, but alas, a policeman tells her to "move" it, so she backs the car up so she can hit the policeman to get rid of him, and then she gets out of the car to "get help" and survives a massive car bomb that kills 100 people at the largest airport in the USA....

[from occupied ga]

I post a story about police abusing a citizen, and you and the other copsucker attack me on a personal basis. I guess you couldn't find any basis to dispute the story, so attack the messanger instead. When you have something relevant to say let me know, but I won't hold my breath.

[DainBramage]

He didn't post a news story... he paraphrased and injects his own opinion and then links to Bortz, like it is fact, all the while explaining to us idiots that 95% of cops are bad and all citizens never deserve arrest.

All the screaming started with him.

[5Madman2]

Mr Occupied is one of many 5% that give the rest of us a bad name when it comes to the 2nd Amendment, and relations with the police. He's the neanderthal the media drags out for interviews about guns to make everyone else look like a protruding foreheaded, extra Y chromosome idiot

BTW, I ususally try to find the rest of the story on these type reports, but I don't see much to defend in this cops actions.

[ThirstyMan]

Ha ha! You guys are too funny!

I think I'll rest my case now.

[Lazamataz]

I am a resident of Atlanta, and I can tell you that the police here are actually the bad guys. In the collar communities of Chicago and in Upstate New York, I respected and admired the conduct of police officers. Not here.

The cops are pretty out-of-control in Atlanta. When you see a cop in Atlanta, you do everything in your power to avoid encountering the cop. Atlanta cops are mean, rude, quick-to-arrest-over-nothing-at-all, too physical, and highly discourteous.

In those other two areas I mentioned, the police were just regular nice guys who happened to have a uniform on. You could ask for assistance from them, you could feel relaxed around them.

Not here.

[Lazamataz]

If you know how poorly run the DC department is, you may understand why Atlanta cops are having problems.

Unfortunately, the cops themselves are the problem in Atlanta.

[from occupied ga]

and survives a massive car bomb that kills 100 people at the largest airport in the USA....

WOW! I missed that story. When did the bomb go off?

Or if this is some sort of confused hypothetical scenario about car bombers answer these questions please:

1. How would the cop telling the woman to move her car have prvented a bomb going off, and
2. a lot more crucial which do you think is a greater danger to freedom in the USA, external terrorists or our own government gradually exapnding police powers?

[Lazamataz]

What is wrong with certain people on this site that they have to either make derogatory comments or insult people? If they do not like the post, why bother responding to it? I had this happen to me yesterday after posting a harmless joke.....But two individuals have to get on thier high horse and demand a stop to vanities, etc., etc.

Ignore them.

Seriously.

[DainBramage]

Do you live in a compound that has "Zion" anywhere in the name?

[Lazamataz]

As a matter of fact, Atlanta cops are bad. I've lived in various parts of the country, and the police here are as aggressive, petty, and discourteous as I have ever seen.

[Landru]

"Mr Occupied is one of many 5% that give the rest of us a bad name when it comes to the 2nd Amendment, and relations with the police."

I wouldn't know about that, friend.
Merely read an piece posted on a public BB, is all.

"He's the neanderthal the media drags out for interviews about guns to make everyone else look like a protruding foreheaded, extra Y chromosome idiot"

Don't know you, sure as hell don't want a flame war with ya, but I have to ask you something nonetheless, are you a journalist?
You use all the *hot* button words urinalists employ to smear is why I ask.

"BTW, I ususally try to find the rest of the story on these type reports, but I don't see much to defend in this cops actions."

Nor do I, especially if the LEO in question has had a track record of abusive behavior; which, apparently he does and *that* is the only reason this thing caught my eye.

OBTW, I've worked in law enforcement, am BIG "pro-law enforcement" & will back our guys in blue any time I can.

But *if* one's found to be dirty?

...I'll be the first to *hang* 'em, too.

[Lazamataz]

Matter of fact, judging from most FReepers opinion's that I've read on this and other 'like' subjects, we should just kill all cops. All they do is terrorize the poor, helpless population.

You're drinking too much coffee.

[from occupied ga]

All is forgiven. I understand that you're still upset about Kerry's loss.

[Lazamataz]

Nor do I, especially if the LEO in question has had a track record of abusive behavior; which, apparently he does and *that* is the only reason this thing caught my eye. OBTW, I've worked in law enforcement, am BIG "pro-law enforcement" & will back our guys in blue any time I can. But *if* one's found to be dirty? ...I'll be the first to *hang* 'em, too.

You're one of those good-guy cops I was talking about. Atlanta could use more like you.

[asgardshill]

"copsucker"

I have to admit, that's original.

Do you live in a home or a compound?

[from occupied ga]

see post 33

[DainBramage]

Your tagline tells is all Delbert.

Your have a rebel flag within twenty feet of your computer don't you?

[mtbopfuyn]

Maybe he hurt his own arm.

If his arm wasn't hurt during the incident, you can bet it is now.

[Landru]

"You're one of those good-guy cops I was talking about. Atlanta could use more like you."

Thanks, but no thanks.
Horrible occupation and one that's getting worse as the days go on.

Bottom line here is a quote I lifted from this same article (posted here, also):

"On Monday, Dietrich-Barnes had her day in court. Clayton Circuit District Attorney Bob Keller and the judge agreed to drop the charges after viewing the surveillance video. 'A failure to obey a command that was given like that is not one that I felt like rose to felony criminal violation proportions,' said Keller."

...the truth was *caught* on video tape. :o)

[5Madman2]

I think we may in agreement, but are talking over crossed lines

I am an LEO and Very pro 2nd Amendment. I checked his posts and his home page. My point is that he seems to be the type that the Media uses for their purposes of smearing gun owners

His statements indicate that he has a bone to pick with all LEOS

The cop in this story looks dirty as hell and I cannot defend his actions based on the story. He needs to be dealt with and the agency needs to be dealt with for allowing him continued employment

I hope this explains my original post. I have seen on this board for a while and find you to be a reasonable poster. I have no desire for a flame war

[from occupied ga]

Your have a blah blah blah

Zzzz Whatever

[DainBramage]

"His statements indicate that he has a bone to pick with all LEOS "

Exactly my opinion and the meaning behind my very first post.

[7thson]

I read your earlier post about the Atlanta cops. In P.G. County in Maryland - right outside of DC - the police for decades had a terrible reputation. It has settled down somewhat but every now and then a story pops up where a P.G. cop or cops overstepped his or her boundaries.

I accidently struck a pedestrian in Norfolk years ago while in the Navy. A Norfolk police shows up at the scene and I thought my arse was grass. Instead, he sides with me and states the ped was the one at fault. No one charged. The SP's from the base though, were a different story.

[asgardshill]

Zzzz Whatever

[wiley]

For the record, arrogant and irritable cops are the norm at Kansas City Airport. Really, where do they find these folks?

I'm not too impressed with the city cops who do stadium duty in KC either.

The problem is, even if the ratio of bad to good cops is low, the good cops do absolutely nothing to reign in the bad, and that makes them all guilty. The 'brotherhood' trumps all.

I'm for making every cop live where they patrol. Let them have to face the grocer they just ticketed last night, or the barber, even better, or, maybe the fireman who comes to put out a fire in his/her house.

Alternatively, return to the days of the beat cop as in NYC circa 1960. Then, they actually got to know all the people on their beats and commanded real respect. They didn't hassle people just to get their jollies.

I say there is something structurally wrong with a system that isolates cops into their own social caste.

This is one very conservative Republican in favor of civilian review boards.

[from occupied ga]

Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery

[5Madman2]

Yes, and I am quite tired of him and his type on this board. I am the first to say there are bad cops and that there is a culture in some of the bigger departments that breeds them.

I won't even be stupid enough to give it a percentage, because it differs by region/city

I will tell, after dealing with LEOS in other countries, we are a damn site better off here. Rights aren't deteriorating oversees. They never existed

[Lazamataz]

...the truth was *caught* on video tape. :o)

That's the good news.

The bad news is that, but for the tape, charges of Felony Assault On A Police Officer, and Attempted Vehicular Homicide, would have stuck.

[7thson]

I've only been to NYC a couple times - during Rudy's tenure - but the police I encountered were courteous and professional. And, it seems, still walking a beat. My brother-in-law, with Maryland tags, took a right on red up there and was immediately stopped by a beat cop. Instead of pulling him out and beating him senseless, he warned him by saying, "hey buddy, we don't do that up here!" A warning and let go. My wife and I would ask them for directions and they were pretty cool and friendly. I did not fear for my life as I have some cops in some parts of the country.

[Landru]

"I hope this explains my original post."

It does.

But I can't help noticing the baiting & cannibalism going on at this thread, either.
I *hate* cannibalism.

I think it's kind of obvious this guy pissed off -- probably because he's young, frisky, and lets his mouth get ahead of his brain at times -- some people who've brought their grudge here.
I know of *2* straightaway, for sure.
That stinks.

Anyway nice meeting ya, & if you're on duty today?

...for God's sake be safe, y'hear? ;^)