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In a world where common sense seems to be in short supply, it’s no surprise that some people are criticizing the Las Vegas Metro Police for their handling of the recent would-be mass shooter incident at Turnberry Towers. Despite the fact that Nevada’s firearm-carrying laws worked as intended, protecting innocent lives, there are those who refuse to give credit where credit is due.
These critics have been busy speculating and scrutinizing every move of the police department, demanding answers to irrelevant questions. They want to know if the civilian who intervened in the incident was an employee and what their job title is. They also want confirmation that the shooter was shot by someone who wasn’t a cop. Seriously? Do these people have nothing better to do?
So I teamed up with our reporters @DailySignal to ask them about basic, relevant information that should absolutely be available to the public – like whether they can confirm the gunman was shot by an employee, and what the employee's role is at the building.
— Amy Swearer (@AmySwearer) June 27, 2023
Here’s the thing, folks. In Nevada, we have a little something called Marsy’s Law, which grants crime victims certain rights, including the right to privacy. This means that the police cannot disclose information that could be used to identify a crime victim or their location. So, sorry, but the police can’t just hand out personal information to satisfy the curiosity of nosy individuals.
But let’s take a step back and look at the bigger picture. The Las Vegas Metro Police Department has undergone major reforms in recent years, becoming a national model of effective community policing. They have been praised for their transparency policies, ensuring that the community has access to the facts when deadly force is used.
So when some people start questioning whether the police used force to stop the assailant, it’s clear that they’re just grasping at straws. If it had been an officer-involved shooting, the police would have held a press briefing within hours, providing all the necessary details. But since there was no such briefing, it’s safe to say that the civilian hero took down the shooter without the need for police intervention.
It’s time for society to take a deep breath and realize that we’re not entitled to every little detail of a crime. We shouldn’t act like we have a right to know someone’s job position or any other personal information just because it makes for a good story. Let’s respect the privacy rights of crime victims and focus on the facts that really matter.
And let’s not forget the incredible work that the Las Vegas Metro Police have done in the past. They have worked closely with the media and the community to solve crimes and apprehend criminals. They have shown time and time again that they are the good guys with guns, ready to protect and serve.
So the next time you hear someone criticizing the Las Vegas Metro Police, remember the great job they do day in and day out. They deserve our support and gratitude, not baseless speculation and unwarranted criticism.
Source: Red State
