themaninblack 2,112 Posted April 24, 2009 Surprised there hasn't been too much on this site about the plight of the newspaper salesman who 'fell down the stairs' and died at the G20 protests last month. So here's a thread to post any stories about the boys in blue who are supposed to protect us.. This gem of a story posits that the police use informers amongst the protesters to get information.... Orwell would be laughing... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,662 Posted April 24, 2009 We know where you live, TMIB. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord Fellatio Nelson 6,221 Posted April 24, 2009 Surprised there hasn't been too much on this site about the plight of the newspaper salesman who 'fell down the stairs' and died atthe G20 protests last month. So here's a thread to post any stories about the boys in blue who are supposed to protect us.. This gem of a story posits that the police use informers amongst the protesters to get information.... Orwell would be laughing... Are we talking about the same newspaper salesman who was minding his own business, had f**k all to do with the protests and, as you do, just happened to be in an area that the police were trying to clear and, as you do, decided that he was not to be rushed/moved on etc, etc, so PC Plod, frustrated at yet another twat wanting to be bloody minded, decided to push the prat along? Strangely, with hands in pockets and a "I dont give a f**k if you are Plod or not, there was utter shock that he hit the deck like a sack of sh*t. Thinking back to the old days, the Police would have, at the very least, escorted him around to an alleyway and kicked the f**k out of him there instead of doing it infront of all and sundry. Coppers aint wot they used to be. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themaninblack 2,112 Posted April 24, 2009 I think most people would prefer a what-you-see-is-what-you-get copper in Gene Hunt than the kind of hypocrites who bemoan political correctness and form filling but can be just as brutal on the quiet.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Octopus of Odstock 2,206 Posted April 25, 2009 As I have family members who work in the police force risking their lives every day, I am just going to say this now & keep my piece in this thread:- There are a HUGE amount of people in the police force who do a superb job, many of whom risk their lives daily. There are obviously exceptions to the rule, situations which are inexcusable mistakes & there is a lot of room for improvement within the industry, but overall, I'd rather have the police around then any of the unwashed G20 protesters, none of whom likely have a "proper" job. So, ALL coppers are bastards. Not at all. Don't let the minority overshadow the sterling work of the majority. I don't think it would be fair for me to comment on the Tomlinson death as a result. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themaninblack 2,112 Posted April 25, 2009 The title of this thread is not entirely unironic OoO.... I know that there are a lot of dedicated policemen and women who have to contend with all sorts of shite, but at the same time, there is a definite bovver boy element within the force who enjoy putting it about a bit in situations like this. And racism is still prevalent... But you could also point the finger at politicians and the various policies that are conferred onto the police, usually at the whim of a Daily Mail editorial. And as for the 'War on Terror'.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bearer 6,122 Posted April 25, 2009 Years ago (too many to count) when I was a nipper growing up, if you got into trouble with the cops, usually a big burly Sargent would clout you behind the head with his hand, you were too fekin scared to tell your Ma or Da 'cos you knew they would clout you as well. Now, it seems that if a copper looks at you the wrong way, he seems to get into trouble. Not all coppers are bastards, like many other jobs out there (or for those still lucky enough to have one) there is always the rogue element , one bad apple and all that. Next time you are in trouble, call a hippy instead instead of the cops. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themaninblack 2,112 Posted April 25, 2009 I'd like to change the name and the theme of this thread to All Referees are Bent Bastards Thread! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bearer 6,122 Posted April 25, 2009 I'd like to change the name and the theme of this thread to All Referees are Bent Bastards Thread! Your wish is granted. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bearer 6,122 Posted April 25, 2009 Just messing.................. back to what it was Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Monoclinic 39 Posted April 25, 2009 Just messing.................. back to what it was Could we change the title and the thread topic to "The all people in positions of authority, including forum admins, are bent bastards thread!" Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bearer 6,122 Posted April 26, 2009 Just messing.................. back to what it was Could we change the title and the thread topic to "The all people in positions of authority, including forum admins, are bent bastards thread!" Are you telling me I'm in authority? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lard Bazaar 3,800 Posted April 26, 2009 Just messing.................. back to what it was Could we change the title and the thread topic to "The all people in positions of authority, including forum admins, are bent bastards thread!" Are you telling me I'm in authority? Why not just change it to Everyone is a Bastard? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Bearer 6,122 Posted April 26, 2009 Just messing.................. back to what it was Could we change the title and the thread topic to "The all people in positions of authority, including forum admins, are bent bastards thread!" Are you telling me I'm in authority? Why not just change it to Everyone is a Bastard? If Adam and Eve wern't married, we probably are. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,235 Posted April 26, 2009 Wasn't the guy wearing a Millwall t-shirt at the time? Which suggests that he was looking for trouble? (Since we are generalising) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lord Fellatio Nelson 6,221 Posted April 26, 2009 I dont necessarily run with the "All Coppers are bastards" thing but I do remember the days when all Coppers were BIG bastards. Political correctness, mamby pamby Chief Constables and junk food has seen a new generation of wee Jimmy Krankie statured Officers who strike fear and authority into nobody. Bring back those big, ugly f***kers, the SPG, beatings in the back of Police vans and cells, planting evidence on known smartarse "you will never get me for it" scumbags and, above all, the days when you shat bricks if you were being "naughty" coz Plod was on every street corner. While im at it, bring back proper sized Wagon Wheels, Ford Cortinas, The Banana Splits and Nitty Nora. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lard Bazaar 3,800 Posted April 26, 2009 I dont necessarily run with the "All Coppers are bastards" thing but I do remember the days when all Coppers were BIG bastards.Political correctness, mamby pamby Chief Constables and junk food has seen a new generation of wee Jimmy Krankie statured Officers who strike fear and authority into nobody. Bring back those big, ugly f***kers, the SPG, beatings in the back of Police vans and cells, planting evidence on known smartarse "you will never get me for it" scumbags and, above all, the days when you shat bricks if you were being "naughty" coz Plod was on every street corner. While im at it, bring back proper sized Wagon Wheels, Ford Cortinas, The Banana Splits and Nitty Nora. I take offence at that Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
maryportfuncity 10,662 Posted April 26, 2009 I dont necessarily run with the "All Coppers are bastards" thing but I do remember the days when all Coppers were BIG bastards.Political correctness, mamby pamby Chief Constables and junk food has seen a new generation of wee Jimmy Krankie statured Officers who strike fear and authority into nobody. Bring back those big, ugly f***kers, the SPG, beatings in the back of Police vans and cells, planting evidence on known smartarse "you will never get me for it" scumbags and, above all, the days when you shat bricks if you were being "naughty" coz Plod was on every street corner. While im at it, bring back proper sized Wagon Wheels, Ford Cortinas, The Banana Splits and Nitty Nora. I too take offence, most of the time you're right, but the Banana Splits were shite. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Lard Bazaar 3,800 Posted April 26, 2009 I dont necessarily run with the "All Coppers are bastards" thing but I do remember the days when all Coppers were BIG bastards.Political correctness, mamby pamby Chief Constables and junk food has seen a new generation of wee Jimmy Krankie statured Officers who strike fear and authority into nobody. Bring back those big, ugly f***kers, the SPG, beatings in the back of Police vans and cells, planting evidence on known smartarse "you will never get me for it" scumbags and, above all, the days when you shat bricks if you were being "naughty" coz Plod was on every street corner. While im at it, bring back proper sized Wagon Wheels, Ford Cortinas, The Banana Splits and Nitty Nora. I too take offence, most of the time you're right, but the Banana Splits were shite. Agreed, only for the fact that one of them looks like Billie f*****g Piper. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themaninblack 2,112 Posted April 27, 2009 Not just bent, they lie too... Hello Hello Hello Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
themaninblack 2,112 Posted July 22, 2010 And now for the Metropolitan Police Gazette Spot the Difference Competition... Answers on an anonymous postcard to the Director of Public Prosecutions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,235 Posted July 22, 2010 To be fair the guy was taking the piss by being slow. He should act his age the stupid bastard. (Note: I am speaking about the photo on the right). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
time 8,645 Posted July 23, 2010 To be fair the guy was taking the piss by being slow. He should act his age the stupid bastard. (Note: I am speaking about the photo on the right). To be fair? I'm speechless. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Tuber Mirum 125 Posted July 23, 2010 Personally knowing quite a number of illegitimate gentlemen of the bituminous headgear sporting variety, I can confirm that a great majority of them are only really interested in 1) Getting promoted so they can earn more money, and 2) Getting as much time off as possible. The bent bastards are the inquiry commissions, public prosecuters and the like who make sure that next to no allegations of police brutality ever end in a prosecution. Here in the Fatherland it's not unheard of for it to be impossible to identify an officer because he has a big helmet on and no visible number. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Windsor 2,235 Posted July 23, 2010 To be fair the guy was taking the piss by being slow. He should act his age the stupid bastard. (Note: I am speaking about the photo on the right). To be fair? I'm speechless. We all know people like him. Being difficult for the sake of it. If we have learned anything from this its if your going to be a difficult arsehole, don't put your hands in your pockets because you won't be able to break your fall. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites