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Evette Feigel May 18, 2013 at 07:37 am
I know I will regret this but I must respond but i know you cant rationalize with people like you…Read More Doug who just believes that all officers are abusers of their power. You don't have a clue that the number one most dangerous calls that officers go on (and have been killed) are domestic violence reports. You obviously don't know the statistics that many woman are too afraid when officers show up to ask for help or held against their will. I know first hand so don't try to debate me, I have a close friend whom unknown to many of her family and friends was being abused and LOST her life to her boyfriend of 6 years! The police too responded to the domestic call from a concerned neighbor unfortunately they 24 hour stand off was pointless he had already killed her Two officers that I worked with in another city were shot through the door and killed responding to a domestic basic neighbor complaint called in. So unless you are an officer and know ALL the facts and are an officer yourself you don't have a clue. Police officers are human and when they took an oath to protect YOU and me they don't sit there deciding if its the broom stick that will kill them or possibly the gun or knife that may be hidden from view! When someone is acting crazy out of their mind they dont sit wuth a cup of coffee to ponder if a lunatic will act on their crazy behavior or not. Its obvious you already have judged thee officers by your comment CHILDREN with guns comment so YOU are obviously biased and have already judged the police. Just because they are there to do a job does not mean they don't have the right to go home to their families every day after their shift! Why dont you sign up to do the job if its so easy!
Gary Jones May 18, 2013 at 08:16 am
Doug, neighbor's call is not probable cause. Probable cause must be observed personally by the…Read More police. Neighbor's call is nothing more than the occasion why the cops come to the place, but it has zero weight as evidence. If the cops tried to obtain the warrant having nothing but call from 3rd party, it would be denied.
The observations raising to probable cause can be signs of fight, blood, broken pieces, movements of the occupants indicating that they are trying to hide something, and such.
Police can enter without the warrant if there are exigent circumstances, such as audible cries for help. There must be visible and material signs that the crime is going on, right now, and someone's health is in immediate danger.
All this had been affirmed in numerous precedents by numerous courts. All the "what if" considerations, however reasonable, are not enough for entering the home without consent. Will it result in cases when the criminal is able to hide his crime by silencing the victim? absolutely. But society needs to find the balance between that vs. breaking into homes basing on anonymous calls, and at this point in this country the balance requires the warrant.
Doug Strickland May 17, 2013 at 10:16 am
"They had no way of knowing without a search."…Read More
Then they should not be cops.
This is why women are so afraid of speaking up. There are so many people who protect the attackers and not the victim.
And there are even more "victims" blaming innocent people.
I believe the police should be able to search if there is probable cause (ie: neighbors call)
Move to another country - one without our Constitution. What happens if your "neighbor" decides they don't like the smell of your cooking, and calls the cops and tells them you're a meth lab? The constitution - that document you bastardized so shamefully - guarantees (4th Amendment) the citizen against unreasonable searches. The police had means of verifying the security of those in the home WITHOUT making them leave the home, or enter their home. The CHOASE not to, and they will lose in court, just like last time - when they killed a man because "an Asian is more likely to know martial arts." learn history before you completely lose your mind.
laura bendixsen May 16, 2013 at 02:49 pm
Really, Mr Lake? You hope I wake up to smell pepper spray because I feel the police have the right…Read More to enter a home to assist a domestic abuse victim?? Who raised you? Hitler?? Wow I hope you wake up to no more business due to your support of abusers!
The only "incomptence" here is people like you thinking it's only ok if there is someone hurt. They don't know that until they investigate!! What makes my case any different??? Shame on you!
Peter Lake, LAKE Real Estate May 16, 2013 at 09:58 am
Laura, Your sad story only illustrates the incomptence of the police investigating your assault.…Read More It's not proof that they're "not the bad guys."
It's got nothing to do with good or bad.
They acted inappropriately and I am assuming they and the town oif Cotati will be finding out just how inappropriate when they get suspended/fired an the town gets sued.
And if both of those events don't happen then you really need to worry.
You only need look to Washington now to see abuse of power in action.
It can -- and does- happen at all levels and I hope you'll wake up and smell the pepper spray.
laura bendixsen May 16, 2013 at 09:38 am
I find this so sad, and after sharing my story on the youtube page, I was "deleted for too many…Read More negative votes". Talk about a "police state", more like censorship!
Here's my personal story:
24 years ago I lay bloodied & close to death in the back room of our apartment when the cops came to our door due to a neighbors calling. My then boyfriend/attacker said through the door, "Oh sorry, officer, the TV was up pretty loud. We're fine & my girlfriend is asleep." The officers left and I almost died that night."
Thankfully theres a law in place now & the officers were doing their job. Please rethink your reaction from a victims point of view, if you are reasonable enough to do so. The cops are not the bad guys! He should have just let them come in & check! What what he hiding or trying to prove?
I was a victim of domestic abuse, for years, because the cops had their hands legally tied. I don't want to live in that era again. Let the police in, let them see everythings ok, then they'll leave. Please.... The police are not the bad guys here!
don May 14, 2013 at 05:55 pm
It's better then Rodent Park which is what the town was called for years after it was built! :-)
Rex Henderson May 14, 2013 at 10:47 am
Love the spelling of Rohnert Park. I tell ya, we can't get any respect -- not even in the local…Read More Press...
jadedjamie24 May 7, 2013 at 10:35 am
I know Matt and this is not the Matt I know.... I am one of the first to through out "stupid…Read More idiot" however in this case I think it was a cry for help for Matt and an attitude adjustment for me NOT to be so matter of fact judgemental.... glad everyone is safe "things" can be fixed but "lives" once taken can not be restored Do the right thing and pray for Matt to get the help he needs
Syrah May 5, 2013 at 03:33 pm
Bubba, you're on fire this morning honey. Eat some protein and calm down!
Bubbasixpack May 5, 2013 at 01:41 pm
Them BBQ him and serve him to the other inmates. If they don't like the chow, then they should dine…Read More elsewhere.
G Man April 30, 2013 at 12:14 pm
Wait! I thoughtwe had laws against this sort of thing. Are you telling me criminals don't obey…Read More laws? Wow, go figure.
This guy felt emboldened because he knows this is a virtual "gun free" county. It's a miracle the victims weren't killed because i can guarantee you they had know way to defend themselves. 911 is not a self-defense option.
Concerned Resident April 29, 2013 at 12:02 am
Thank you for stopping him and looking into the bags. Its getting pretty bad around Rohnert park…Read More with the "recyclers" and the strangers lurking around...dealing or whatever their doing.
Alex Horvath April 28, 2013 at 02:56 am
Not all auto accidents involve alcohol. I had a non-drinker friend who was killed in a crash late…Read More last year -- her seven-year-old son escaped the wreck and ran for help, in the dark. They were literally 2 miles from home on roads she has driven since she was a teenager. Things happen. Be safe, everyone. And resist making callous assumptions.
Rex Henderson April 28, 2013 at 02:51 am
Um - driver is dead, so that would be pretty difficult. Have some respect for the family members.
Concerned Resident April 28, 2013 at 01:21 am
If it was because of alcohol...will there ever be a time where people start seeing the importance of…Read More drinking responsibly if you have to drink? Or I know maybe just don't drink.
Rex Henderson April 20, 2013 at 12:05 pm
The allure of the text message is greater than that of RP Public Safety
Concerned Resident April 17, 2013 at 02:07 pm
I just want to put out there as well...yes better technology that all should use even police…Read More departments, and the awareness on businesses that if they have people in the field working to honor that law and help the employees not feel like they have to answer the phone while driving. Remember...pull over at a safe place and then check message etc.
Russ Kerby April 16, 2013 at 07:12 pm
A few months ago I was driving next to a Rohnert Park Police Canine unit. I noticed the officer had…Read More a cell phone to his ear. With so much technology available, using a speaker phone or pulling over would have set a much better example to the public.
bill messimer April 16, 2013 at 04:17 pm
I hope they tag that lady with the phone in her ear, just laughing up a storm. Unable to signal her…Read More turn even. Watch for her, she is driving a police car.
David M April 15, 2013 at 11:12 pm
This article means a lot to me. I am glad the boy is alright and that the right people were there. I…Read More am 16 now but when I was 7 I broke my arm on the playground at a school in Lafayette and was driven to the same exact hospital. I just thought this was ironic. I remember that night vividly because the nurse woke me up at 2 then I got a really delicious breakfast that next morning. Glad you pulled through buddy!
anonymous April 25, 2013 at 08:27 pm
For those who have read anything about me, Dwaine Burgardt, this reporter is a stranger to me and is…Read More inaccurate in this newsletter. The statements made by Karina Ioffee are false and premature. At this point and time the DMV has returned my drivers license due to no alcohol content from the event. I am handling the situation privately and I am confident in the very near future I willl easily be able to prove Miss Ioffee wrong. Granted the First Ammemdment allows freedom of speech but when an individual who is a complete stranger to me posts inaccurate information that can consequently affect my upcoming career and life, even after I requested the removal, it questions how she became a journalist and her motivation.
There were mistakes made by both parties at the time of the incident who were physically there, as opposed to Miss Ioffee who was not. It would be in good faith if Miss Ioffee would recognize how this is affecting me physically and mentally. The last time I checked I thought we were both human.
a very concerned citizen April 4, 2013 at 02:23 am
There was over a hundred kids at that party saturday and not one of those kids called the police…Read More after 3 people were stabbed. Why what is wrong with this generation
are they so numb to violence that someone had to have been killed first before they think the police should be called. The frat was already on suspension but does that really matter? Your friends life or a frat ? They made the wrong choice.
Will sonoma state take a meeting with this frat I certainly hope so. They know who they are.
Vil Jit March 30, 2013 at 01:23 am
Dere editor K: this is a puff piece for RPDPS. I taught my children the way home, or if lost, ask…Read More anybody in a uniform: Police, Fire, McDonald's, bus, whatever. In the case of RPDPS, I'd revise my advice until they cure reverse gender bias:
He's bleeding, she ain't. Arrest him.
Jaime Tschirki March 29, 2013 at 07:29 pm
Just wait till he gets to prison, it seems like what we cant handle out here inmates handle for us…Read More in there! This bastard will get what he deserves, they dont take to kindly to this type inside... im just sayin
Rohnert Park Man Arrested for Shooting into Home
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