Elk? What elk? Oh, THAT elk. No, we didn't shoot that elk...

[JM Ver. 2.0]

http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_22300970/shooter-bull-elk-boulder-neighborhood-remains-mystery

[DavieD55]

The cops didn't do that, It was some crazy redneck with an assault rifle.

[R&S]

they just wanted a little "fast food"

[R&S]

or a lot of fast food in this case

[JoeT]

the real crime is that whoever shot it left the animal on the side of the road....

<-------this guy loves elk tenderloin

[JM Ver. 2.0]

the real crime is that whoever shot it left the animal on the side of the road....

<-------this guy loves elk tenderloin

Read the article.... It wasn't left. It was taken.

[HoneyBadger]

If I had the opportunity, I can't say that I wouldn't do the same... [Evil]


It seems like they have the right plan: act, deny deny deny counteraccuse, deny... [LOL]

[missionxo]

That Elk is currently residing in some Boulder cops trophy room

[hollohas]

The DOW does a VERY good job of tracking down poachers. My guess is that even if it leads them to the Boulder SO, the DOW is charging someone.

[Melvin]

The DOW does a VERY good job of tracking down poachers. My guess is that even if it leads them to the Boulder SO, the DOW is charging someone.[ROFL1]

[wreave]

The DOW does a VERY good job of tracking down poachers. My guess is that even if it leads them to the Boulder SO, the DOW is charging someone.

I hope you're right.

[sniper7]

It was ronin...elk charged his car! He wants to be a cop. Case solved!

[CO Hugh]

It was ronin...elk charged his car! He wants to be a cop. Case solved!

CSI Elk

[ROFL3]

[griebel303]

They just updated it on dailycamera and the big surprise is.......... it was the cops. The second cop took it home for meat.

http://www.dailycamera.com/news/boulder/ci_22303248/mystery-solved-boulder-police-admit-officer-shot-elk

[Monky]

It was ronin...elk charged his car! He wants to be a cop. Case solved!

We all know had he done it, there would have been a post about getting blood off his BMW. Not to mention his PTSD would have kicked in and it would have been more than ONE shot. Besides.. he'd probably giggle like a school boy seeing his first tit if he were to actually get to say 'I'm a cop ma'am don't worry'.

[wreave]

They just updated it on dailycamera and the big surprise is.......... it was the cops. The second cop took it home for meat.

http://www.dailycamera.com/news/boulder/ci_22303248/mystery-solved-boulder-police-admit-officer-shot-elk

Sad. The cop is now saying the animal was limping and he decided to put it down... but when he knocked on doors prior to the shooting, he told neighbors the animal was dangerous.

I hope this guy is not protected by BPD and/or CDOW. He should be treated the same as any citizen who shot an elk in the middle of Boulder, plus sanctions for being a cop and failing to report the discharge of his firearm, lying to the public, etc. Loss of job and CDOW fine at a minimum. This is a travesty.

[griebel303]

I agree 100% with you. The people who lived in the area said he has been in neighborhood for the past 3 years without an issue. I think someone saw a trophy and thought they were above the law and could "justify" taking it

[Ashton]

And this is one of the many reasons why I don't trust cops.

[hollohas]

I am sure the DOW will file charges. They hate poachers and will keep investigations open for years to find and prosecute them. This time they actually know who done it...

And I am sure this guy will get the hammer dropped on him by his PD for not filing a report.

[sniper7]

Sorry, too many thing s wrong with this. If he didn't follow procedure his ass needs to get hammered by CDOW.

[Ronin13]

We all know had he done it, there would have been a post about getting blood off his BMW. Not to mention his PTSD would have kicked in and it would have been more than ONE shot. Besides.. he'd probably giggle like a school boy seeing his first tit if he were to actually get to say 'I'm a cop ma'am don't worry'.
No nothing like that- it would be how to get the dent out of my BMW without reporting the accident... [Coffee] Blood? C'mon, even at 16 I knew how to operate the hose at the car wash... Ok, maybe at 18.

[Tinelement]

The cops didn't do that, It was some crazy redneck with an assault rifle.

Whoa..Whoa..Whoa!!!


I stay clear of Boulder.

[RCCrawler]

Sounds like an email or call is in order.

http://wildlife.state.co.us/RulesRegs/LawEnforcement/TurninPoachers/Pages/TurnInPoachers.aspx

[Aloha_Shooter]

Don't need to call anyone. I'm quite sure all the granolas up there in Boulder will be agitating to lynch the cops who shot Bambi.

[ThunderSquirrel]

9news reported that he took it to his house with a friend, another Boulder PD Officer, to "Process the Meat"

http://www.9news.com/news/article/308329/0/Neighborhood-elk-killed-by-officer-sparks-outrage?odyssey=tab|topnews|bc|large

[hollohas]

OMG, they seriously denied this at first? The guy is POSING with it like he got it during 2nd rifle season or something.

"Ummmm, I didn't shoot any elk..."

http://www.9news.com/images/640/360/2/assetpool/photogallery/308345/DSC_0852.JPG

[TriggerHappy]

Boulder seriously had a memorial for this elk!! Wtf.. Cops in AK shoot moose all the time, wounded/a problem. It normally goes to a permit holder for processing. The cops screwed the pooch on that. Where do they think the beef comes from in the freezer a fucking meat fairy.

[mofuknfamily]

W.T.F. [Bang] They should be shot in the same manner!

[TriggerHappy]

"IF" the elk didnt pose a danger or was wounded. I agree the cops should be shit canned. You can't lie if you are a cop, that is unacceptable.

[TriggerHappy]

W.T.F. [Bang] They should be shot in the same manner!
We are not talking about using deadly force on a human. Remember this.

[SuperiorDG]

I wonder what he used to shoot it. If it was one of those evil black guns, everyone in Boulder will blame the gun.

[hollohas]

Boulder seriously had a memorial for this elk!!

I thought that was funny and stereotypical Boulder.

[opie011]

I wonder what he used to shoot it. If it was one of those evil black guns, everyone in Boulder will blame the gun.
9News just said neighbors heard a gunshot from a shotgun. [Dunno]

[hollohas]

I wonder what he used to shoot it. If it was one of those evil black guns, everyone in Boulder will blame the gun.

One article I read said "Shotgun".

[SuperiorDG]

9News just said neighbors heard a gunshot from a shotgun. [Dunno]

How would someone in Boulder know what a shotgun sounds like?

[hollohas]

How would someone in Boulder know what a shotgun sounds like?

They wouldn't.

[DavieD55]

OMG, they seriously denied this at first? The guy is POSING with it like he got it during 2nd rifle season or something.

"Ummmm, I didn't shoot any elk..."

http://www.9news.com/images/640/360/2/assetpool/photogallery/308345/DSC_0852.JPG

[ROFL3]

[SuperiorDG]

OMG, they seriously denied this at first? The guy is POSING with it like he got it during 2nd rifle season or something.

"Ummmm, I didn't shoot any elk..."

http://www.9news.com/images/640/360/2/assetpool/photogallery/308345/DSC_0852.JPG

Don't you know you always cut the tongue off before taking pictures.[werdo]

[griebel303]

" I have a full proof plan. We go tell the neighbors he is being aggressive and stay inside, and let them know he may need to be euthanized if we can't relocate him. I will go grab my shotgun, and say he charged, and then I can justify shooting a Trophy bull within city limits. No one will ever find out....minus this random chick taking pictures. Get a picture of me holding the rack up, this is going on facebook!"

[sniper7]

That fat ass didn't need any more meat in his freezer. CDOW needs to lay the smackdown.

[DavieD55]

I'll bet he didn't get a chance to fill his tag last year. This was a great opportunity to get the trophy bull of a lifetime. Hell, he didn't even need to leave town. It was a win win situation. lol

[Gman]

They probably thought it was the Grinch's dog loose in the neighborhood. Could have had rabies since it was foaming at the mouth.

[Bailey Guns]

Photos...


Police Academy 101:


[*=1] Avoid cameras like the plague when in uniform.
[*=1]Cameras are NEVER, EVER allowed at police/firefighter parties. EVER. Especially if the party location turns into a crime scene. Which is highly likely given the 3 main ingredients of said parties are alcohol, cops, firefighters.




You paying attention, Junior Cadet Deputy Ronin?

[Ashton]

Photos...

Police Academy 101:


[*=1] Avoid cameras like the plague when in uniform.
[*=1]Cameras are NEVER, EVER allowed at police/firefighter parties. EVER. Especially if the party location turns into a crime scene. Which is highly likely given the 3 main ingredients of said parties are alcohol, cops, firefighters.




You paying attention, Junior Cadet Deputy Ronin?

Citizen 101: Don't trust the police, say as little as possible, and leave before you can incriminate yourself.

[Bailey Guns]

Yeah...we get it. You have a hard on for cops. Wonder why?

There's really no need to take the humor out of something because you have a chip on your shoulder.

[Ashton]

Yeah...we get it. You have a hard on for cops. Wonder why?

There's really no need to take the humor out of something because you have a chip on your shoulder.

Actually. I've never been arrested, detained, or had any interaction with police other then speeding tickets. I just feel the need to educate the stupid so that there are less bullshit convictions. Granted, I fully appreciate the police when they're doing a good job and stopping things like rapes, murders, burglaries, etc. I like cops... I have friends that are cops. But I know if you're on the other side of the fence for the moment they are most definitely NOT your friend.

[10mm-man]

Actually. I've never been arrested, detained, or had any interaction with police other then speeding tickets. I just feel the need to educate the stupid so that there are less bullshit convictions. Granted, I fully appreciate the police when they're doing a good job and stopping things like rapes, murders, burglaries, etc. I like cops... I have friends that are cops. But I know if you're on the other side of the fence for the moment they are most definitely NOT your friend.

+1

[Ashton]

Actually, I thought about it a little more and when I was 19 I got "busted" in a sting for a drunk and disorderly in a downtown denver drinking sting thing. I asked the cop for a breathalyzer they denied me it. I got off. My other friends without representation got fucked with alcohol classes and fines. However, I don't hold anything against any of the cops for any of that because well... It didn't effect me.

[Ah Pook]

http://www.9news.com/images/640/360/2/assetpool/photogallery/308345/DSC_0852.JPG
http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL594/13497691/24170114/403617187.jpg
Same elk?

This was taken on my property in August. Mapleton & 9th would be in line with the herd's migration.

[fudd]It's coming right at us!! [Shake]

[Ashton]

http://www.9news.com/images/640/360/2/assetpool/photogallery/308345/DSC_0852.JPG
http://pic100.picturetrail.com/VOL594/13497691/24170114/403617187.jpg
Same elk?

This was taken on my property in August. Mapleton & 9th would be in line with the herd's migration.

[fudd]It's coming right at us!! [Shake]

It's like you're a peeping elk tom... Taking photos of the unsuspecting elk in the dark... Shame on you.

But yes. Looks like the same elk to me.

[Bailey Guns]

Well, no shit. They're not paid to be your friend. Unfortunately, someone isn't always getting raped or robbed or murdered so police officers have other things to do like bust underage drinkers. It's a crime, ya know? But congratulations for possibly breaking the law and "getting off".

[Ashton]

Well, no shit. They're not paid to be your friend. Unfortunately, someone isn't always getting raped or robbed or murdered so police officers have other things to do like bust underage drinkers. It's a crime, ya know? But congratulations for breaking the law and "getting off".

See that's that bullshit assumption that someone is guilty before you prove they're guilty... I actually wasn't drinking at that time. I was driving. When I asked for a breathalyzer they assumed I was drunk because I was asking for proof that I was innocent and I wasn't quiet about it.

[Bailey Guns]

You'll notice I edited the post before your reply to say "possibly" broke the law. Besides...if you're 19 you don't have to be drunk. You have to simply be in possession of alcohol to be violating the law.

[Bailey Guns]

Done with thread jack.

[Ashton]

You'll notice I edited the post before your reply to say "possibly" broke the law. Besides...if you're 19 you don't have to be drunk. You have to simply be in possession of alcohol to be violating the law.

That would be fine if they wrote me for minor in possession. However, the citation wasn't for minor in possession. If you write bullshit tickets and get bullshit convictions... That's what I'm against.

[jerrymrc]

Enough. You all know that I do not condone "Cop bashing" threads but if one is wrong one is wrong and this one is going to get the boy fired. No need to go off on a tangent.

I have to say this is about as stupid an action as one could take. In the PROB this idiot does this and thinks all will be well? The guy is toast.

[hollohas]

The guy is toast.

^Yup.

If he is convicted of poaching (which he almost certainly will be given his failure to report it to the DOW or his PD), the DOW will confiscate the meat and the mount. And he will likely lose his career (and would he lose his pension too?) and get a substantial fine.

Bad judgment and not worth it.

[DavieD55]

No tag, Poaching a trophy animal, Reckless endangerment, Discharging firearms in city limits. Yeah bad decisions.

[hatidua]

No tag, Poaching a trophy animal, Reckless endangerment, Discharging firearms in city limits. Yeah bad decisions.

If Joe Citizen did it, he'd be in jail. According to the Daily Camera, the officer doing the urban hunting hasn't even been suspended. Classy.

[fitz19d]

http://www.coloradoan.com/article/20130103/NEWS11/301030034/Mapleton-Hill-residents-upset-neighborhood-elk-Big-Boy-killed-by-officer

[wreave]

If Joe Citizen did it, he'd be in jail. According to the Daily Camera, the officer doing the urban hunting hasn't even been suspended. Classy.

Exactly. The only difference between Joe Citizen and this cop, on this issue, is that the cop hid behind his badge to break the law. That means he should not only get the penalties for the unlawful taking, but should also get the penalties for abuse of his badge.

I can't imagine anyone with a shield will stand up for this guy.

[fly boy]

Exactly. The only difference between Joe Citizen and this cop, on this issue, is that the cop hid behind his badge to break the law. That means he should not only get the penalties for the unlawful taking, but should also get the penalties for abuse of his badge.

I can't imagine anyone with a shield will stand up for this guy.

it's a brotherhood, they might not stand up for him, but they won't turn thier back. The bosses have the toughest call on what to do there.

[roberth]

If Joe Citizen did it, he'd be in jail. According to the Daily Camera, the officer doing the urban hunting hasn't even been suspended. Classy.

Were you expecting something different? :) I'd prefer some instant reaction too but this the government and one of their people - this also illustrates the VAST differences between Joe Publc and Those Who Would Be Our Masters.

Remember, the cop who shot clo-ee the dog got a felony charge out that. Give them some time and we'll see what happens.

[SuperiorDG]

Candlelight vigil set for Boulder's fallen elkAll welcome at 5:30 p.m. Sunday event

Posted: 01/05/2013 01:06:34 PM MST
Updated: 01/05/2013 03:24:43 PM MST
By Charlie Brennan Camera Staff Writer
http://extras.mnginteractive.com/live/media/site21/2013/0105/20130105__06dcavig_500.jpg (http://www.denverpost.com/portlet/article/html/imageDisplay.jsp?contentItemRelationshipId=4864807 ) The elk that was shot and killed Tuesday, relaxing in a back yard near 10th and Mapleton in Boulder on Dec. 26. ( JEREMY PAPASSO )



A candlelight vigil is set for 5:30 p.m. Sunday on Mountain View Road in memory -- and to celebrate the life -- of the bull elk that was killed late Tuesday night on Mapleton Hill in Boulder.
Many members of the public have been moved by the violent demise of the large elk that was fatally shot by an on-duty Boulder police officer, who has since been placed on paid administrative leave, pending the results of an internal investigation. A second off-duty officer, suspected of assisting in loading the animal's body into a pickup truck and taking it away to be processed for meat, was also placed on leave.
The elk had been spotted for several weeks on Mapleton Hill between 9th and 11th streets, and residents of the area gave conflicting reports as to whether it had behaved aggressively toward humans.
Numerous people living in the neighborhood insisted that it had not, that it appeared to be healthy, and said that they considered it their "guardian."

All are welcome and the event is open to the public.



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[rondog]

What a shame, that was a damn nice-looking bull. But the cop that shot it and then posed for photos must be "challenged" or something. A friggin' cheeseburger would have better sense than that.