Discussion Post 4

Review the article Disraeli Arnold Update: Texas cop fired after forceful arrest caught on tape. Describe the ethical implications of the officer’s actions and why you believe the department made the right or wrong decision in firing the officer, based on what you learned about a police officer’s role in this week’s reading. Consider if this decision will help to improve community relations with law enforcement. Does the decision made balance what the community needs and effectively address the problem?

In response to your peers, discuss how their answer with supporting evidence is similar or different from your own.