Keenan, I agree with you and Charles. A veteran of 10 years and a ranking officer, Reed knew his actions were not acceptable. Indulging in the thefts for self-serving gain, Reed violated the trust of not only the public but every person who swears to uphold the law. His flagrant misuse of position and apparent lack of morals casts a dark shadow on all law enforcement officers. It is a shame that all must suffer for the actions of a few. I agree Charles that Reed would be considered a “meat -eater “ ( Bohm, 2012) based on the manner in which he committed his offenses.
