30-10-2014, 02:11 PM
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Modern Policing
I came by a FB community not far from where i live. The town has some problems with an adult/s taking an unusual interest in children - the community is outraged that the police appear to be avoiding taking the time to attend a community meeting facilitated by the towns Mayor.The issue i have understanding is what ever has happened to the police building relationships with communities? Surely trust between the police and public plays a major part in solving crime?
30-10-2014, 02:59 PM
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Re: Modern Policing
Originally Posted by Julie1962
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Couple of things happening from what I see here, lack of officers and unwilling to get involved.
30-10-2014, 04:38 PM
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Re: Modern Policing
Originally Posted by Alan Cooke
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There have been too many instances in recent years of the police not living up to the high standards we have a right to expect of them. Maybe it's a reflection of the society we live in.
30-10-2014, 04:51 PM
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Re: Modern Policing
It is possible surely these adults have already been investigated and found to be innocent. Joining a community meeting baying for blood thankfully isn't 21st century style of policing. Surely these kinds of meetings are better for probles with boy racers or anti social behaviour not to try some adults by crowds,
Originally Posted by Marki
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I came by a FB community not far from where i live. The town has some problems with an adult/s taking an unusual interest in children - the community is outraged that the police appear to be avoiding taking the time to attend a community meeting facilitated by the towns Mayor. The issue i have understanding is what ever has happened to the police building relationships with communities? Surely trust between the police and public plays a major part in solving crime?
30-10-2014, 04:56 PM
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Re: Modern Policing
Originally Posted by Baxter8
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It is possible surely these adults have already been investigated and found to be innocent. Joining a community meeting baying for blood thankfully isn't 21st century style of policing. Surely these kinds of meetings are better for probles with boy racers or anti social behaviour not to try some adults by crowds,
30-10-2014, 05:00 PM
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Re: Modern Policing
I didn't mean the police - I meant the adult/s in question, why would the police participate in a trial by a mob, which is what it sounds like.
Originally Posted by Marki
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Im not sure what has led you to believe a lynch-mob lays in wait for the Police person but my understanding is that they are looking for assurances from the very people that are charged with ensuring their children's safety.
30-10-2014, 05:43 PM
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Re: Modern Policing
I've seen such a thread on many forums and also discussed the issue with many people and of all ages. As an estimated statistic the public no longer support the Police by about 9 to 1. This is mainly due to the appearance that they target minor incidents of generally law abiding people, but allow persistent perpetrators off with a caution or even a wrap on the knuckles. Is this a philosophy of "why bother targeting people that cannot or will not pay the fines anyway?"Of the incident in question the Police may have been unable to discuss the issue in a public forum due to undercover operations. Just a thought. If not police liaison officers should be available for such concerns.
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