It is foolish to prejudge this situation--in favor of either the police or those detained--without knowing the facts.

But, frankly, I found Ms. Scales-Johnson's story rather plausible given some bad encounters that my own kids have had with bad cops. Also, my dad was a career cop and I hung around the police station in my early years enough to know that at least some of the guys were outright jerks. I can say this despite my deep respect for my dad and for a number of his colleagues (who remain friends to this day--particularly after his death).

I wrote earlier about the situation with a Fairburn cop who, several years ago. turned a normal traffic stop into an arrest, managing to pepper-spray one of my sons (and, due to irresponsibility, my daughter-in-law and 6-month grandson w/ overspray), all due to his own beligerence and God complex. His charges against my sons were all eventually dropped and he was fired (and then he got himself a DUI and was banned from police work in GA!!!) If you've ever run across a cross, redneck and arrogant cop, you might understand the possibility here.

But, again, I don't know the details and must acknowledge other possibilities.

"Stop with the arrogance and begin showing more humility and wholesomeness, and no matter what our color is, we will go our way without unnecessary hassle from anyone, let alone our appreciated police officers".

Well said Mr. TenBrink...well said!

Hello Mr.TenBrink, I am jordan scales. The youngest son of Mrs.Scales-Johnson.

You say "stop the arrogance", but you yourself sir are being arrogant as well. You speak about clothing should be worn appropriately, and clothing should be worn to fit.

But sir, I, myself do obey by your "fashion laws". I wear my jeans on my waist, my jeans are the appropriate length. The sweatshirt that I was wearin the night of the incident was the appropriate size, sitting nicely at my waist, never even a tad bit lower. Sir, at the time I was wearing slip-on shoes, so sorry sir, no laces to be tied. I do indeed dress in a manor that is respectable towards others, and repectful of my self.

With all this said, I have one major issue with you. How can you assume that my wardrobe was over-sized and disrespectful. By assuming this, you make yourself seem as arrogant as you say my mother is.

Our officers are the best and they keep us safe, which is what we pay them to do.

Thanks to all of our cops for a job well done.