Being a target of a shooting can change someone’s life dramatically. Two videos presented at our Criminal Justice: Theory in Practice class depict enormous bravery and determination of police officers in the United States.
In the first video, female police officer observed suspicious looking vehicle with three young men inside. After stopping the car the officer was shot two times around her ear and left side near the chest area. Bleeding from the wounded areas nor extreme pain did not stop her to chase the fleeing suspects. While on hot pursuit shots continued to fire at her direction; nevertheless, she was still able to give detailed description of her location. Actions of this female police officer demonstrate tremendous courage and strength of mind. It is undisputable that the law enforcer possesses true dedication for her job. …show more content…
Whereas the law enforcement agent tried to appease the arising situation the husband showed up with multiple guns and opened the fire towards his wife. The police officer used his body to protect the woman from the bullets. As a result of the ‘shooting range’, one of the bullets struck the law enforcer in the head. The removal of the bullet shell was too dangerous to perform due to its location. However, he saved the wife. As a consequence, in later years, the officer struggled with thinking skills, speaking and walking. This officer’s courage shows not only countless passion for his work but also determination to save other people’s life.
Gun violence can leave a permanent mark not only on an individual’s mental state but also can affect entire communities, families and bystanders of such brutality. Both police officers from the videos struggle with emotional and physical dilemma. Entering law enforcement profession one must fully understand that he or she may face life-threatening situations with high level of physical harm and psychological
In the first video, female police officer observed suspicious looking vehicle with three young men inside. After stopping the car the officer was shot two times around her ear and left side near the chest area. Bleeding from the wounded areas nor extreme pain did not stop her to chase the fleeing suspects. While on hot pursuit shots continued to fire at her direction; nevertheless, she was still able to give detailed description of her location. Actions of this female police officer demonstrate tremendous courage and strength of mind. It is undisputable that the law enforcer possesses true dedication for her job. …show more content…
Whereas the law enforcement agent tried to appease the arising situation the husband showed up with multiple guns and opened the fire towards his wife. The police officer used his body to protect the woman from the bullets. As a result of the ‘shooting range’, one of the bullets struck the law enforcer in the head. The removal of the bullet shell was too dangerous to perform due to its location. However, he saved the wife. As a consequence, in later years, the officer struggled with thinking skills, speaking and walking. This officer’s courage shows not only countless passion for his work but also determination to save other people’s life.
Gun violence can leave a permanent mark not only on an individual’s mental state but also can affect entire communities, families and bystanders of such brutality. Both police officers from the videos struggle with emotional and physical dilemma. Entering law enforcement profession one must fully understand that he or she may face life-threatening situations with high level of physical harm and psychological