And now for something completely different
I like Sideswipe in the NZ Herald because they usually capture odd bits of life. Today’s first section was particularly good and I’ve reproduced it for your enjoyment (what a delightful turn of phrase). I particularly like 3 & 6.
How not to start your next police report (from the August Police Association newsletter)
1. It was the best of times, it was the worst of times.
2. The names contained in this report have been changed to protect the innocent.
3. The mayor then made an illegal left-hand turn on to State Highway 1, at which point I opened fire.
4. Before I get into the details, I’ve got a few “shout-outs” for my homeys in the command staff.
5. It was so dark and wet that night you could almost eat the mist. The radio call penetrated the eerie silence with such a piercing intensity that, for a moment, I was sure I’d lost my mind.
6. Got call. Responded. Arrested bad guy.
7. Mye pertnar an eye wher on petrol wen we seen a man actin’ suspishushly.
8. The suspect first tried to assault me by repeatedly slamming his face into my fist.
9. A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away …
Kitty looks sad http://www.infinitecat.com/nrfticp/nrfticp-11.html
Another from the file of police-speak received by The Dominion Post this week: “The man is described as a man.”
(Dom Post - Aug 5)
LOL these rock FI!!!!