There was a horrible chopper accident in Arizona - an accident caused by our "news" stations who value car chases over actual important issues. News helicopters following police chases has been a staple of Los Angeles news for a while, and other cities are following their lead. This quote was part of today's story

"When asked if the suspect could be held criminally liable for the deaths of the men on the two aircraft, Phoenix Police Chief Jack Harris said forcefully, "Yes."

Really? That interesting. While someone who runs from the cops should get the full extent of the law - charging them with murder because our news has turned into a mockery is even more tragic than the loss of life. It spells the loss of reason.

posted by lazlow at 9:19 PM  on Saturday, July 28, 2007