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As a police officer it is my job to encourage good manners through law enforcement. While issuing bicyclists tickets for blowing through stop signs / lights I have had other bicyclists yell at me "oh I feel real safe now". I recognize they might feel it is their problem if they get in a crash as a result of failing to stop however; I'd like them to consider what it does to the driver of the car they hit. I have been there at multiple crash scenes. The drivers are devestated, shaking, crying and I have no doubt they will be negatively impacted by the event for a long time through no fault of their own. Everyone needs to be aware, courteous and cautious when driving a car, riding a bike, motorcycle or as a pedestrian. If they aren't then I have the kind of job that can help remind them.

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