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Dear Editor,
Re: Arming our provincial employees
Peace officers were originally hired by the province to save money, they were empowered to assist in the enforcement of traffic laws; speeding, stop signs, jay walking etc... Yes, they have some training, but in no way does it compare to the extensive education in law and physiological training or paramilitary arms training our national RCMP or provincial police must complete; including an involved physiological assessment. The only way I would vote to arm a man is if he had completed these courses and then I would call him constable. Provincially employed peace officers should not be involved in active investigations. Other provincial services empowered to assist our police forces; the SPCA or the Humane Society routinely request back-up when dealing with aggressive situations. Stressful situations happen quickly and cause anger and confusion and once you have pulled the trigger, you can not take back the bullet. If you want to carry a gun then you should take the full course and get the full wage. Does a uniform then make the officer? Since in many instances the fire department and the EMS arrive on the scene before the police, should we then arm these services? Well at least a shotgun for intimidation. We must make the distinction between a service and a force, as in police force. Just because you wear a uniform does not make you a trained and educated armed police officer. I have great respect for the calming empowered intelligence of our RCMP. Peace officers were employed by the province to save money. So how long does it take to go from peace officer to detective and after all that education does the constable now call him sir?
Opinionated in
Barrhead,
Mr. W. Krechuniak
