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iandhr

(6,852 posts)
Mon Dec 23, 2013, 12:37 PM Dec 2013

Insecure, Frustrated Bully With Something To Prove Considering Career In Law Enforcement

RALEIGH, NC—Calling it his lifelong dream, local man Brendan Lockhart, an insecure and perpetually frustrated bully who believes he has something to prove to the world, told reporters Thursday that he is seriously considering a career in law enforcement. Lockhart, a recent high-school graduate who sources confirmed is plagued by resentment, self-doubt, unexpected fits of rage, and has always had a penchant for tormenting those who are smaller and weaker than him, explained that he feels he is well suited to serve as a police officer.“I’ve always wanted to be a cop,” said Lockhart, whose paranoia and inferiority complex constantly haunt him, leading him to lash out at others in order to convince them he is in control. “I know it’s a tough line of work, but I think I’ve got what it takes to earn my shield and get out there and keep the peace.”

“This is the job I was born to do,” continued the man whose main goal in life is to prove to others that he is strong, confident, and not afraid.

Friends and family confirmed that Lockhart, an unpredictable, petty individual who frequently loses his temper when he feels he is being threatened or disrespected, has in recent months been inquiring into joining the ranks of the Raleigh Police Department. In this role, the man with a massive chip on his shoulder and no visible sense of empathy would be tasked with peacefully resolving disputes and evenhandedly administering justice to members of the community over whom he would have official power.

Specifically, sources speculated that should Lockhart successfully complete the 17-week officer training program and cursory psychological examination necessary to become a cop, the 18-year-old, who suffers from feelings of inadequacy and frequently explodes in emotional outbursts against people he perceives to be mocking him, would on a daily basis be placed in delicate situations requiring extreme patience and sound judgment.

http://www.theonion.com/articles/insecure-frustrated-bully-with-something-to-prove,33427/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=SocialMarketing&utm_campaign=LinkPreview:NA:InFocus

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Insecure, Frustrated Bully With Something To Prove Considering Career In Law Enforcement (Original Post) iandhr Dec 2013 OP
"The Onion." Atman Dec 2013 #1
Yes - but will he pull the trigger on Unarmed Citizens FreakinDJ Dec 2013 #2
The Onion, but could easily be Psychcentral. nt politichew Dec 2013 #3
Sadly, I've crossed paths with some "Lockharts" at least 2 or 3 times bullwinkle428 Dec 2013 #4
Before I noticed the source I could have sworn it was about Zimmy....LOL..n/t monmouth3 Dec 2013 #5
He really should become a Neighborhood Watchman first and shot some people Coyotl Dec 2013 #6
lol Liberal_in_LA Dec 2013 #7
 

FreakinDJ

(17,644 posts)
2. Yes - but will he pull the trigger on Unarmed Citizens
Mon Dec 23, 2013, 12:43 PM
Dec 2013

Seem to be the major recruiting concern these days

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