Broad presumption

Dear Editor:

Shannon Lichty makes a pretty broad presumption that the OPP officer observed passing at a high rate of speed was demonstrating a “reckless abuse of power” in her letter in your May 6 issue.

I am quite certain that there are many legitimate reasons why that officer may have been in a hurry, including actual police business at McDonald’s, not a “craving,” and I’m sure there are equally many reasons why lights or sirens may not be appropriate in some circumstances.

Before making judgemental assumptions about the brave people who put their lives on the line to protect our society, I’d suggest contacting the non-emergency number of the OPP to report a concern rather than publicly shaming these hard-working individuals in the local newspaper.

Here’s the number to call: 1-888-310-1122.

Perhaps consider thanking the OPP for their dedicated service to our community while you’re at it.

Kirsten Graham-May, Rockwood