Quote:So state specifically which types of "heavy gear" that you are referring to.

 

Regular patrol officers are pretty much armed as you described, that being "pistols in holsters" and a vest.  Rifles are generally held in the trunks of police cars by those that are on the ERT or "SWAT" team.  Shotguns are/were generally held in the front seat in a secured holster where it can't be accessed unless needed.

 

Please give me some proof as to how police have "become military groups" and be specific.

It matters not what examples I give you but I will try. Posted on this board, I believe by Eric (if memory serves) was his story about a cop at a restaurant/grocery store type place armed to the teeth well beyond what generally officers wear. No Knock raids or as I stated earlier a simple google image search:

 

https://www.google.com/search?q=tracked+...CAYQ_AUoAQ

 

 

As a former officer and one who has already stated their opinion on the topic no examples will matter to you just like no rationale for the display of force/weaponry we have seen in recent years will convince me it's warranted nor acceptable. 

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