Very interesting read @ryanjk8, I remember seeing all the protests happening even in Vancouver Canada when the occupy thing was going on and my wife and I would steer clear of it every chance we got. It just looked like a breeding ground for tension, resentment and fights. I think it's especially tough for the officers who find themselves in a situation like that where they are pulling huge shifts, down on resources, probably stressed out and really need to get a break. I agree I think body cams are a great way to go, but only if they are not able to be interfered with. I don't know if there are any controls or checks on them that prevent tampering and abuse, but that will likely come eventually as well. Thanks for the great read @ryanjk8, love hearing your fascinating stories from a perspective many will never see!