Though I understand the rush to hold police officers accountable for their behavior, I do not understand placing body cameras on all cops ("Police body cameras will yield important data, Baltimore task force says," Feb. 21). This would be like putting every citizen who commits a crime on supervised probation. It is not necessary for all folks, but some need the extra incentive to remain lawful.
I suggest we treat cops like society in general. If one's behavior merits extra scrutiny, then by all means place a camera on him or her. If, however, an officer is honoring the oath and not acting outside of legal authority, leave him or her alone. The cost to place a camera on thousands of police officers is not a great way to spend tax dollars.
I believe this rational response is more prudent then an overreaction. I also believe that facts, not emotion. should dictate how we react to issues that matter.
Mike Snyder, Havre de Grace