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[pastrami]

Anyone else reporting this?

FOX reported that DPD is reporting no suspects in custody.

 

[Freezie KO]

I wonder if any media will link this to the gun problem in America or if the conversation will solely revolve around race and policing.

RIP to the officers and RIP to the black lives ended too early by police violence.

 

[Volimar]

This CBS crew seems very professional.

 

[MThanded]

Sounds like these people were trained.

 

[perfectchaos007]

FUCK Snipers??

RIP to all murdered.

Dallas has an unfortunate history with snipers. JFK is the first that comes to mind

 

[marrec]

CNN reporting 2 snipers.

No way was this the actions of some angry protesters.

Somebody took advantage of this.

100% THIS

This is a mass shooting, domestic terrorism

This is not some war between protesters and cops

 

[Grizzlyjin]

Anyone else reporting this?

Fox 10 was saying the same thing and sourcing the DPD that no suspects in custody, and search is underway.

 

[CliqWriter]

I was just telling my dad at dinner that someone will snap.

Sad this happened. Even worse it's at a BLM march. This will most definitely not have a good outcome.

 

[Ether_Snake]

When was this protest's date set? Anyone know?

 

[the_sun_king]

Somebody took advantage of this.

My sentiments, too.

 

[Hasphat'sAnts]

This CBS crew seems very professional.

Yup. Extremely impressive.

 

[DiscoJer]

Fox News has most up to date info, but too bad their fucking commentators have to go all patriotic and not just report the news.

Yeah, that one commentator who said "Not even man enough to shot them face to face"

Did he ever say anything like that when cops shoot someone in the back? I'm guessing not.

This whole thing reminds me of a quote from Jack Vance from a novel of his back in 1967

The police mentality cannot regard a human being in terms other than as an item or object to be processed as expeditiously as possible. Public convenience or dignity means nothing; police prerogatives assume the status of divine law. Submissiveness is demanded. If a police officer kills a civilian, it is a regrettable circumstance: the officer was possibly overzealous. If a civilian kills a police officer all hell breaks loose. The police foam at the mouth. All other business comes to a standstill until the perpetrator of this most dastardly act is found out. Inevitably, when apprehended, he is beaten or otherwise tortured for his intolerable presumption. The police complain that they cannot function efficiently, that criminals escape them. Better a hundred unchecked criminals than the despotism of one unbridled police force.

People getting murdered is awful. Yet somehow it's only a huge deal to the police (and much of the media, notably Fox News) when it's the police who are the ones being murdered, not when they are the ones doing the killing.

 

[Dartastic]

Any idea, even remotely, as to who was behind the shootings? Seems there's no clue yet.

I think there is absolutely an institutional-level problem with police authority in the US, but there is no way anyone, police or otherwise, should be injured or killed over this mess. RIP to the police and dammit I hope this is the last time I have to say RIP in relation to gun violence ever again.

Nothing at all yet, but honestly I won't be surprised if it is what I think it is...

This is horrible.

 

[ampere]

CNN reporting 2 snipers.

No way was this the actions of some angry protesters.

Somebody took advantage of this.

That's what it seems like. Heard about the protests and then used them

Terrifying to think you could be sniped while at a peaceful protest

 

[TheJLC]

Assholes put the lives of many protesters in danger in order to perform this act of hate against LE. Rest in peace brothers.

 

[Lunzio]

Pure assassination

I can't even believe this is happening.

 

[perineumlick]

Just to be clear, there's been no mention of actual sniper rifles used, just shooters in elevated positions right? Fucked up either way, but a sniper rifle would be even more terrifying.

 

[Chie Satonaka]

CNN reporting 2 snipers.

No way was this the actions of some angry protesters.

Somebody took advantage of this.

This is what I feel like as well.

 

[DietRob]

CNN reporting 2 snipers.

No way was this the actions of some angry protesters.

Somebody took advantage of this.

Yep, this is my thought. This was planned to make it appear that it's linked to BLM. smh

 

[Liberty4all]

I said last night that video was going to be a catalyst... I thought riots but this is just as bad. I do wonder though if this is ISIS related taking advantage of American domestic problems.

 

[valkillmore]

man I don't think I'm going to bed tonight

I was supposed to be asleep two hours ago. I can't. Feel sick

 

[dave is ok]

Yeah, that one commentator who said "Not even man enough to shot them face to face"

Did he ever say anything like that when cops shoot someone in the back? I'm guessing not.

This whole thing reminds me of a quote from Jack Vance from a novel of his back in 1967

People getting murdered is awful. Yet somehow it's only a huge deal to the police (and much of the media, notably Fox News) when it's the police who are the ones being murdered, not when they are the ones doing the killing.

The bodies aren't even cold yet, junior

 

[U2NUMB]

So they are still out there?? Nobody in custody?? Stay safe Dallas Gaf... man I just do not know what is happening to my country... I am numb.

 

[soxxx]

You cant make this stuff up, they arrest a guy who is wearing body armor and military pants and everyone is an uproar.

I mean are you serious?!? there was just a shooting and people think the police are going to not take precautions?

 

[Zukuu]

I'm actually speechless. This doesn't seem like a random impulsive revenge act, rather like a long planned attack. Hope this doesn't lead to a chaos with even more victims down the road.

 

[Timedog]

Seems like very trained individuals. You don't hit that many people from elevation without training.

 

[antonz]

When was this protest's date set? Anyone know?

As far as I know it was a spur of the moment protest after the last 2 days events.

Until they have someone in custody it really is just too many possibilities as to who could be behind it

 

[ElRenoRaven]

10 officers shot. Rip to the dead. This is about to get really nasty nationwide no matter what the shooters intentions were

Yes it is. It's going to get a hell of a lot worse now. A lot lot worse.

 

[Already Torn]

I'm so mad right now. This was such a good example of peaceful protest and the Dallas police department was doing a great job at being supportive. Now at least 3 people are dead and this incident will no doubt ruin any type of discussion about brutality for some time to come.

Yup. Every time someone says BLM, you'll see a response along the lines of "but what about the cops in Dallas? Do their lives not matter?"

 

[NoblesseOblige]

Just to be clear, there's been no mention of actual sniper rifles used, just shooters in elevated positions right? Fucked up either way, but a sniper rifle would be even more terrifying.

Yes, but basically any long rifle can act as a 'sniper rifle' up to like 300 yards.

 

[ezekial45]

This breaks my fucking heart. Who would do this? Why?

It's evil.

 

[Bigboss242]

Shit the scum bags are still out there.

 

[ampere]

When was this protest's date set? Anyone know?

There were protests in a number of cities tonight, so it's possible it was just set today

 

[BudokaiMR2]

who were they talking with if they don' t have anyone in custody? do they have the locations of the shooters?

There was some mention of a SUV going around the police barricade and being stopped. Could that be it?

edit: i'm at work and getting pulled away intermittently so I might be completely wrong.

 

[JP_]

When was this protest's date set? Anyone know?

I was invited to it yesterday on fb. It was named after recent victims so I assume only a day or two ago max

 

[therealist]

Yeah, that one commentator who said "Not even man enough to shot them face to face"

Did he ever say anything like that when cops shoot someone in the back? I'm guessing not.

This whole thing reminds me of a quote from Jack Vance from a novel of his back in 1967



People getting murdered is awful. Yet somehow it's only a huge deal to the police (and much of the media, notably Fox News) when it's the police who are the ones being murdered, not when they are the ones doing the killing.

Seriously? This thread is not the one to make assumptions about a newscaster of all people reporting on the news, who is clearly disturbed by the live situation going on right now.

 

[rjinaz]

I worked with a retired guy that worked on the Dallas police force for like 40 years. He actually still went and trained these guys sometimes in the summers for a month at a time, not sure if it was special swat or what. But damn. Hope none of these guys where his friends.

I hope not either man.

 

[Opto]

Christ this is bad

 

[A Human Becoming]

This never ends does it? So many people hurt and killed.

 

[Ihyll]

Fucking hell RIP to the deceased officers. This is NOT the way to achieve anything.

This was most likely the sick work of some deranged individuals who took advantage of this protest.

 

[eddievanclaylen]

This is crazy. Stay safe Dallas Gaf

 

[Mortemis]

Jesus fucking Christ, snipers?

My god this is insane.

 

[water_wendi]

There was some mention of a SUV going around the police barricade and being stopped. Could that be it?

edit: i'm at work and getting pulled away intermittently so I might be completely wrong.

i remember seeing a video of police arresting someone next to a stopped SUV. Cant find the video atm. Thats was ages ago so it was probably just someone getting the fuck out of Dodge.

 

[norm9]

Knew there would be repercussions on that extravagant Harrison Barnes contract.

 

[jacob armitage]

Don't trust reddit. Their speculation is irresponsible and dangerous; look at the whole Boston saga.

the reddit post say its very unlikely and comes from 4chan originally.

 

[Abstrusity]

Just to be clear, there's been no mention of actual sniper rifles used, just shooters in elevated positions right? Fucked up either way, but a sniper rifle would be even more terrifying.

Pretty much. From the sounds in the videos it does very much sound like semi-automatic rifle fire.

I can't quite place the caliber, though. Best wait until we have all the information...Fuck's sake. I know people feel desperate, but damn.

 

[GaimeGuy]

This country is not safe for anyone.

 

[royalan]

Just to be clear, there's been no mention of actual sniper rifles used, just shooters in elevated positions right? Fucked up either way, but a sniper rifle would be even more terrifying.

Snipers rifles or not.

To pick off cops like that? From an elevated position? That quickly?

Whoever these guys were, they were prepared, and they knew how to shoot.

 

[thenight11]

Lynnanne Nguyen FOX4 ‏@LynnanneFOX4 1m1 minute ago
.@DallasPD to hold press conference @10:45 after 10 officers shot, @FOX4 will stream it live http://fox4news.com/live

 

[many places]

Don't trust reddit. Their speculation is irresponsible and dangerous; look at the whole Boston saga.

Don't trust Reddit and their witch hunt. The Boston bombing was disastrous on their end.

I'm not trusting them, just giving the link to the thread in case anyone is interested. Most people on that board are from Dallas and many live downtown.