You hear sirens and see lights you slow down. Simple as that. It's not so hard for others to be aware of their surroundings while driving. To blame the officer for going fast to the scene of a cop being murdered and finding the suspect, is outrageous.
Have you ever been around or close to an officer when they apparently get a call? They flip the lights and siren on as they floor the pedal! They truly act or look like a show-off!
If you happen to be in the close vicinity, one does not have time to get out of his way. It is too sudden, one is in a shock momentarily. People just stop where they are which is dangerous. What else can one do when a siren is on top of you and a quick glance shows a speeding cruiser, often in the wrong lane? How many lives are endangered as cops act/drive in this manner?
There have been a number of fatalities caused by these speeding, wreckless driving officers!
This case proves it, in fact. Two motorcycle cops had wrecks on their way to the scene. One lost his life. I doubt their wrecks were caused by regular cautious driving. JMO. On a regular basis, I would imagine motorcycle cop wrecks are few and far between.
EMS does not use this method of driving! Wherever they are going, a person is in need of their help.
Everyone has an opinion. I understand the seriousness of the call. However, the crazy speeding, endangering others is uncalled for.
My opinions only.
