This just happened.

[Sandiercy]

I just recently got a job working for a property management company. I work front desk at a low income housing with people that have been homeless up till just recently. I deal with a lot of people with Mental issues, Addiction problems, and Disabilities.

This evening, 4 policemen walked into the building. They had a warrant for a tenant in the building so we let them up. As they were leaving the building (without the tenant) one of them turned to my coworker and said "How do you handle working in this building with all these losers (meaning the tenants)?" I had to get between my CW and them or she would have ripped them a new one.

[JustaCashier]

Sad to hear that coming from a Police Officer.

With all the various people they come into contact with on a daily basis, they should be keenly aware of, and presumably more sensitive to the struggles some deal with.


Mike

[greek_jester]

Did you get a badge number? Sounds like someone needs to revisit their sensitivity training.

[2gigch1]

In all seriousness that must be reported to your police department. Politely ask to speak with the duty officer or officer of the watch. Explain the situation and let them know.

I have had wonderful results when I call and speak to police using the following tactic: "I am calling to warn you that your officer is saying some deeply embarrassing things and it will cause you great trouble if he doesn't reconsider his actions."

By showing you are interested in their welfare you are much more likely to see results. Instead of listening to a ranting, irate person they are hearing friendly advice.

I use this approach when calling both business and government, and it works marvelously. One of my biggest pet peeves is bad driving in marked vehicles. I have called businesses (and even a police department once when a cop cut me off) and told them 'this guy makes you look bad. You might want to talk with them.'

They thank me.