trollslayer · 46-50, M
Wouldn’t be the first time. Google “bonus army”. Generally, that was not a good look.
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DogMan · 61-69, M
@trollslayer Rampant crime in the Nations Capital. You should be able to be safe there, don't you think?
I know that there are many other dangerous cities, with areas that are not safe. But this is our capital. it's
embarrassing. Even Mayor Bowser agrees that something has to be done.
I know that there are many other dangerous cities, with areas that are not safe. But this is our capital. it's
embarrassing. Even Mayor Bowser agrees that something has to be done.
trollslayer · 46-50, M
@DogMan crime has always been bad there. Did it suddenly get worse?
SumKindaMunster · 51-55, M
@trollslayer Apparently there is come contention to that. Accusations of manipulation of crime stats. So who knows?
Allegations of Manipulated Crime Statistics in D.C.
Overview of the Situation
A D.C. police commander, Michael Pulliam, has been suspended amid allegations of altering crime statistics. This action follows claims from the police union that there is a systematic effort within the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) to manipulate crime data. The goal appears to be to present a more favorable view of crime trends, particularly to show a significant decrease in violent crime.
Specific Allegations
Data Manipulation: The police union asserts that command staff directed officers to downgrade serious offenses to lesser classifications. For example, incidents like shootings or stabbings may be reported as minor assaults or thefts.
Union's Claims: The Fraternal Order of Police has indicated that this manipulation is not isolated. They allege it is a broader trend aimed at making crime statistics appear more favorable than they are.
Current Crime Trends
Despite the allegations, official crime statistics from the MPD indicate that violent crime in Washington, D.C. has decreased significantly. Reports show a 30-year low in violent crime rates, with a 26% drop in violent offenses compared to the previous year. However, the discrepancies between the MPD's data and the claims of the police union have raised concerns about the accuracy of these statistics.
Overview of the Situation
A D.C. police commander, Michael Pulliam, has been suspended amid allegations of altering crime statistics. This action follows claims from the police union that there is a systematic effort within the Metropolitan Police Department (MPD) to manipulate crime data. The goal appears to be to present a more favorable view of crime trends, particularly to show a significant decrease in violent crime.
Specific Allegations
Data Manipulation: The police union asserts that command staff directed officers to downgrade serious offenses to lesser classifications. For example, incidents like shootings or stabbings may be reported as minor assaults or thefts.
Union's Claims: The Fraternal Order of Police has indicated that this manipulation is not isolated. They allege it is a broader trend aimed at making crime statistics appear more favorable than they are.
Current Crime Trends
Despite the allegations, official crime statistics from the MPD indicate that violent crime in Washington, D.C. has decreased significantly. Reports show a 30-year low in violent crime rates, with a 26% drop in violent offenses compared to the previous year. However, the discrepancies between the MPD's data and the claims of the police union have raised concerns about the accuracy of these statistics.
fanuc2013 · 51-55, F
Ask the question again in one year!
DogMan · 61-69, M
Defense Department vetted troops
Officials announced they would conduct background checks to vet National Guard troops deployed to Washington D.C.
Officials announced they would conduct background checks to vet National Guard troops deployed to Washington D.C.
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