Crowdsourcing Law & Order
Another example of a concerned citizen getting involved.
EDMOND, Okla. — Dash cam footage captured the moment a bystander rushed to the aid of an officer under attack.
ABC News reports the officer received a call of two suspects who were using cloned credit cards to buy gift cards at various shops around the area.
The officer spotted the pair and a scuffle ensued as an arrest attempt was made. Video captured one of the suspects, Yohanker Paradela-Moreu, beating the officer as another officer attempted to stop the attack. A bystander then stepped in and took down Paradela-Moreu.
If you see something like this going down, you don't need a formal invitation to get involved, but your involvement should be limited to just providing the help needed.
Not every citizen is physically capable of this kind of involvement, but if you are and you see a cop needing help — step to the plate!
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