Police Action in Capotillo - Video

Not sure exactly what to comment here... their actions are funny, sad, and understandable... all at the same time

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Exactly... funny to watch, sad that they're not better trained/equipped for their job, and therefore fully understandable that they reacted as they did in a dangerous situation.

I realize in watching the video that these guys are armed, bullet proof vests, and are apparently heading into a dangerous situation. To me, that indicates a willingness to risk their lives to go after 'the bad guys' & that in itself takes a lot of bravery (or stupidity).

Ignoring the inherent risk, there is an element of humor to see them go running willy nilly around a corner only to turn around and flee back in the direction they came from in a similarly disorganized fashion. (had it appeared someone was injured or killed, it would not have been humorous)

But, Badpiece, isn't that where the training comes in (or should)? Would a well trained unit go running blindly around a corner like that? While retreating, there's one man that holsters his pistol, then takes it out again... others appear to be pointing weapons at their own people during retreat. Overall, it appears the work of a poorly trained force.

I've never been a soldier or a law enforcement officer... I appreciate those that do the work, risking their lives. It's just a shame to me that these men risking their lives aren't better trained than they appear in this video.