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the officer also fired partially behind cover using a rifle at a distance of over 100 feet (http://www.kansas.com/news/local/crime/v70e0w/picture193294014/alte
by polartx 8y ago
the officer also fired partially behind cover using a rifle at a distance of over 100 feet
(http://www.kansas.com/news/local/crime/v70e0w/picture193294014/alternates/FREE_768/bodycam http://www.kansas.com/news/local/crime/v70e0w/picture1932940...)
if there had been a concealed weapon in the victims waistband, it could only have been a handgun or something less lethal.
Ever try and hit a target at 100 feet with a pistol? It can be done if you concentrate, have steady hands, and aim slowly; with practice. My point is that the officer should have waited long enough to confirm the threat. The element of surprise plus the advantage of distance, hardware, cover, armor, and backup afforded him at least 1 second of better judgement.