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Originally Posted by Snakeeye
No, it wouldn't.
First off, knowing the person has mental illness (which the mother should have mentioned, forget a database) doesn't change the situation, except to make the suspect even more unpredictable.
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I disagree. Having someone trained in mental illness might make a difference. That person would at least have some understanding as to why this suspect is acting they way they are. The cop that dealt with my now deceased friend knew what was going on and was able to calm him down. If it was any other officer at the scene i have no doubt he would been shot and killed.
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Second, I would have very little doubt that the police were looking for another way to neutralize the suspect. But, being told he has a gun, seeing him come at them and reach towards his coat? At that point, deadly force becomes the best, and safest, option.
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For sure the cops were looking for other means to neutralise the suspect. In this case I agree the cops ultimately made the right descion.