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by iJohnDoe 58 days ago
I’ll be the one to say it.

If you’re an average citizen, “Give us a call if it happens again. Probably just kids playing a prank. Sure, we see the video, but it’s not enough to take action on.”

If you’re a wealthy citizen with some connections, “Attempted murder.”

You can also be an average citizen, or a wealthy citizen with some connections, “I’m a police officer that specifically joined the force because I really want to shoot someone. I responded to your call because I’m looking for any reason to pull my weapon.”