One problem is that during an encounter with the police, police give instructions, and expect the instructions to be followed.
Many young people who have encounters with the police, are not good at following directions. Many encounters with police involve people who are intoxicated, to some extent, or another. Either alcohol, prescription drugs, Marijuana or other drugs.
Police training in handling people who have difficulty following directions might be helpful. Perhaps special units to be called in, like hostage negotiation, for encouners wit people who are not following directions..
"A suburban Minnesota police officer who shot and killed a black motorist was reacting to the man's gun, not his race, the officer's attorney said Saturday
Minneapolis attorney Thomas Kelly told Fox News that St. Anthony Police Officer Jeronimo Yanez said that Philando Castile failed to comply with a "do not move" order, which led to Yanez opening fire.
In addition, police scanner audio appears to indicate Yanez telling Dispatch he was pulling the car over because Castile fit the description of a wanted suspect in a armed robbery that took place a few days prior. The officer briefly describes Castille before exiting his cruiser"
Officer who shot Minnesota man reacted to gun, not race, lawyer says | Fox News
Is there a hesitation for police to call for back-up when encountering people who are failing to follow reasonable instructions? Is there an idea in police work, that each officer should be able to impose instructions to be followed in encounters?
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