Don’t think the city and county waste money? Think again.
There’s only one like it in the entire state of South Dakota.
The Sioux Falls Police Department says a new 261 thousand dollar armored truck has already proven to be priceless for police officers and SWAT team members.Â
Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for public safety and the safety of our officers (especially when they are eating for FREE at the hospitals) but I think this expense was a waste.
The ‘BearCat’ is not only bullet-proof, but also features a thermal eye that can highlight areas of heat, and help officers find suspects faster. It’s a tool that is making the line of duty a little more safe for Sioux Falls Police Officers and Minnehaha County Sheriff’s deputies.Â
I think the thermal eye is a great tool – but I wonder if they know they can buy those separately?
This is the first time law enforcement agencies in the Sioux Falls area have had a vehicle like this.
My point exactly. If we didn’t need it before, why do we need it now?