I'm not one of those people who tosses out the word "hero" comfortably. I feel that news accounts of folks who are just doing the decent, ethical thing in a moment of crisis sometimes blow the term out of proportion and devalue it. Not so with police Sgt. Kimberly Munley, the hero of the Fort Hood's terrible incident yesterday. She, in my opinion, is the real deal.Sgt. Munley, by all accounts, was first on scene (first armed, anyway) and took bold action to take down shooter Major Nidal Hasan. It can't have been easy to be that brave, and it seems to me it takes a really extraordinary person to race in like that, even if, technically, it's all part of the job. When it comes to examples of stand-up behavior, this is the kind of thing that comforts me about humanity's decency, even as Major Nidal's insane behavior horrifies me.
Sergeant Munley, who was injured during the shoot-out, is recovering in the hospital. Please join me in wishing her a speedy recovery!
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Kimberly, you stand for everything that is right and honorable in our country. Thank you for having the courage and focus to respond immediately to such a crazy, and dangerous situation. Regardless of your training and mindset, that was an AMAZING act. God bless you and yours, young lady..
She stood face to face in a gun battle with that crazy muslim. Where was everyone else?
She is one brave woman. How does she get repaid for her heroism?
Too bad she didn't kill him so he could be with his 72 virgins right now.
Sgt. Munley,
I am writing a paper for my criminal justice course, [Principles of Law Enforcement]. The assignment description is: "Why is important for law enforcement officers to establish good support with citizens?" I thought, which is obvious, you should be aware that students like myself are illustrating your courage in [CRJ]_courses. Anyways, that's it, just wanted you to be aware of the small differences!
Ben S.
Thank you Kimberly, you did a great job responding the way you did. Really proud of your actions and service.I hope your able to return to the force after your surgery.Thank you.
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