Sunday, May 4, 2008

The Sergeant: It's one mean fighting machine


With two law enforcement officials shot and the gunman believed to be barricaded inside his split-level home, police unveiled the latest crime-fighting machinery in Metro Detroit.


 The GPV Sergeant 4x4, a $542,000 armored truck replete with blast-resistant body, rotating roof hatch and gun ports, used a battering ram to knock down the front door during the standoff in the St. Clair County community of Capac last week.


Key quote: It can be used in everything from hostage situations to delivery of warrants to fighting terrorism, officials said.

Seems to be a case of overkill to deliver warrants. These behemoths are being provided with federal funds (your money) in the name of Homeland Security.

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