Very typical of the Rochester Police. I have lived in Rochester for over 25 years. This does not surprise me at all. Too many Rochester police, too little to do....They should not be allowed to carry guns....they are Barney Fifes....

Good screening there Rochester. Everybody know that personality types gravitate to certain jobs, which means they need to be double careful that cops don't forget who they work for. Maybe you ought to fire the person who hired him too. You'll never find a nurse/doctor/teacher who wanted to be a cop. Glad he showed his stripes before he shot someone.

I agree with Rick H. I've lived in this town for many years and an amazed when I see these Fundraisers, Rochester Police, riding around in their new Challenger, SUV's, Harley's and segways. Mt. Clemens police was taken over by the Sheriff's Dept many years ago. This too should happen in Rochester. I have many friends who will not visit Rochester because of the police reputation. Not because they do anything wrong. It's just not worth the risk of being detained for no reason.

One police officer does not make the department. Our Police Department is serving the community very well and takes pride in the protection they provide all of us.
One man is not a reflection on the professionalism and ethics of the entire department. It's a mistake no doubt. I have lived in Rochester for 56 years--and when you look at what helps keep this City attractive and an economically viable place where people want to live and raise families, or someone wants to open a business, on the list and very near the top it is due to our Rochester Police--for the safe environment they help maintain and the fast response time. These are good men and women with good leadership and I would not judge the entire department on one man's action. Let a judge decide. Meanwhile, our officers will continue to do the same professional job they have been, protecting everyone and our property, and responding fast to every call, regardless of who calls, even you.

I'm with Patricia... I love Rochester and I think the police department does a wonderful job. We live on a busy street and I love seeing them parked, trying to catch speeders. Their presence is well known in the city and the residents feel safe. How can that possibly be a bad thing? Just because one individual made a poor choice doesn't mean the entire department is comprised of men and/or women of the same character. Let's not generalize, folks. It's not fair to anyone. Keep up the good work, Rochester Police!

A number of years ago I was traveling south on Main at 2am going 42 mph. My husband was following us in his car. A Rochester Police car came up beside me and rolled down his window. I told him I was taking my mother in law to the hosp..heart. He offered to call ambulance, I said I could get there as quickly by driving, he let me go, and said to drive carefully. Very good experience. Not all police officers are gun welding maniacs.

I am very proud to say that I am a resident of Rochester for 36 years. Part of the reason we have stayed in Rochester is because of our outstanding Police Department. I am raising 5 children in this community & have had nothing but positive experiences from day 1. Our community is a safe community & a very desired community because of our Police Department. One man's mistake while off duty does not mean that our community is not safe one or at risk. These men & women work very hard to keep our community safe & respectable. Shame on you for such ignorant comments "They should not be allowed to carry guns" (Police Officers that are sworn to protect your community & you think they should not be allowed to carry guns? Are you kidding me? Every man & woman has the right to bare arms whether and officer or not.). "You'll never find a nurse/doctor/teacher who wanted to be a cop" (Obviously because they have chosen a different profession). " I have many friends who will not visit Rochester because of the police reputation. Not because they do anything wrong. It's just not worth the risk of being detained for no reason." (I would like to know why you seem to think that your friends were detained for no reason and if so did they get their day in court?) I personally think that the Rochester Police Department does an excellent job keeping undesirables and undesirable behavior out of our community. Keep up the good work & thank you RPD for keeping my family safe!

I've lived in Rochester for 12 years and I think the Police do a great job here. I was pulled over for going a few miles over on Main Street. The officer was professional and gave me a warning. Since then i have never driven over 25. In our neighborhood we have had to call the police a few times in 12 years and they have been here within a few minutes. They were helpful and professional. Keep up the good work. Let's not let one situation, that has yet to be settled give the entire dept. a bad name.

I live in Rochester as well and love the place, however there are some advantages to Rochester that have nothing to do with the police department. I hear there are quick responders - It is not hard to respond to every call fast when the total square miles of Rochester is approx. 4 with the population at approximately 13,000. Just for a comparison, Rochester Hills is approx. 34 square miles with a population of approx. 75,000. I also think putting the Police Department on the top of the list as the reason people come to Rochester is taking away from the actual quality things this city offers, small town feel, historial preservation, parks, great schools, great shopping, great dining - all things the the various Committes of Rochester have strived to obtain. I also agree one person does not make a Department but I do question why the Police Department needs so many "toys" (Challenger, SUVs, Motorcycles, etc.) - it is 4 SQUARE MILES!

I lived in Rochester for about 5 years, My interactions with the Police were great! Getting pulled over for, well, going 30-35mph in a 25, they were very kind in handling the situation, obviously not giving me a ticket. The other incident I had was my wife locked the keys in the car with our 1 1/2 year old in his car seat! I was at work and she called them for help, they were there in 5 minutes and came to our help!
I do not have one negative thing to say about the Rochester Police.
In regards to this incident, imagine the situation, your 16 year old daughter calls and says someone is tailgating her and following her, she gets home, Dad and the officer start yelling at each other, tensions are high! No wonder something happened, this is what happens when details are not communicated to all the parties, Dad/Officer(off duty)/Accident .

I lived in the Rochester area for over 40 years. The department was very proactive in working with the schools. The officers were always polite and approachable. I wonder what your friends are doing that might lead them to be detained? I am sure there must be a reason.

The police in Rochester are not perfect, but most of what I've seen them do is just petty - for example going along the edge of the park and putting up temporary no parking signs and then ticketing the cars already there. Try going down into Detroit where you are as likely to have you home invaded by police as crooks, and they arrest everybody at a crime scene to sweat them for information. They arrest relatives as hostages when they can't find a criminal like third world dictators. Count your blessings.

went to court with my son over a ticket, rochester cop was a liar, but i stood up for my son, ticket was throw out.....

Calm down everyone, let's let our judicial system work. Mr. Glass is innocent until proven guilty. As far a our police department is concerned, I believe that Chief Schettenhelm has assembled a rather professional group of officers. He is a no-nonsence manager with an impeccable background. I am confident that this alleged incident will be investigated thoroughly and that the truth will be exposed. As a former Deputy, it has been my experience that those who have nothing good to say about members of the law enforcement profession, are usually those who have had a run-in with the "law". Even Barney Fife had enemies.

The incident was off the job, on his own time and quite frankly is a private matter. It is between him, his lawyer, the other parties and the judge and since he resigned it's really none of our business.

We all should uphold the law.
Also, I didn't defend the "jerk". I just stated he was not on the job when it happened.
I also never referred to him in any name calling way like you have. I don't know if he is a "jerk", I just know something happened that shouldn't have.
Please enlighten me as to which subjects you feel (felt) are none of my business?
You used the word "jerk", "spouting off", and "ranting" all in one sentence. Then state that certain articles are none of my business. Articles I have commented are of a political nature, tax funded entities, roads or urban sprawl, preservation of green space? So, which ones are none of my business?

Now, go back and re-read my posts on this ....big difference in the context of what I wrote and what you wrote. Big difference.

Also, given the choice I use my name, don't' hide behind the choice of using any "made up" name or first name only to hide my identification. Again, big difference.

Russell Glass resigned on his own. Good riddance. Who wants a power raving maniac waving a gun around in the community. If this was his judgement on a "so called fender bender" imagine what he would be like in a real police situation. Russell Glass blew his cover by blowing his stack and now he is paying for it.

This incident is might be the tip of the iceberg..I cannot believe that nobody in the RPD never noticed his egomaniac behavior...He was with the RPD for about sixteen years. I do agree with the two previous posters and like to question the human resources knowledge and judgement of the RPD..

Assume for a minute that one or both of the gentlemen ( the father and the neighbor) were carrying a legal concealed weapon....and this cop got shot in self defense.
This situation could have happened as you are allowed to eliminate this life threatening situation...Just to prove how stupid this Russel Glass is.

I just wonder how many of the people who have already condemned Glass as guilty, have never felt road rage of any kind themselves. I also wonder how many of them were also there and know for a fact whether the other guy also had a gun visible or not. I do not condone what happened by any stretch, but I also know that you are supposed to be presumed innocent until proven guilty in this country.

Blaming others in the RPD for the behavior of Glass says more about the inadequacies of the accusers on this board than it does of the administration of the city or the PD. Glass may very well be guilty as charged, he may very well be one of the aggressive bullies that gives all cops a bad name, or he may be totally innocent. We won't know that until he has his day in court so everyone should learn to quit being so judgmental and let the legal system run its course. He has already resigned from the force so what more do people want? Locking him up at this point will do nothing except waste more of the taxpayers money.