June 5, 2020

As I was driving to my patrol to South Dorchester, I was immiadtely caught by the attention of fireworks.  I heard on the news, that during the Black Lives Matter movement, that fireworks were used by and against protesters.  Even thou possession of fireworks is considered as a misdemeanor and that it's close to July fourth, I feared however that the use of them might be used by or against protestors, so pretty much I feared a war brewing.  Not in my city.  I tried following the fireworks to its starting place via driving.  But I got lost so I had to start my patrol at a different spot, Moody Street.  As I walked around, I managed to hear some laughter and talk in there area.  Odd, this late.  I went up too the group.  Everything was alright, but they kicked me out, for unknown reasons.  However, there was a group- of people in the car, that felt asp[preciative that I was patrolling.  I travelled next to my usual Dorchester Avenue.  I noticed some places boarded up.  I felt bad that things were going bad at this time.  I ventured forward, there was a man walking down.  He asked for directions, in which I gave.  I could go to a third area because I was feeling tired, so I made the best of the last one.  Then as I walked back, there were the fireworks again.  I followed out on the corner of Adams and Park.  I saw a large gathering there with two black men standing outside (the reason I brought up that I will get to later.). As I approached them I asked what was going on.  They said everything was alright.  Bat as I asked some questions to get an idea,. they decided to kick mer out for unknown reasons.  But I noticed there was an empty fireworks box.  I took a picture of that on my cell phone.  As I saw the two men in their SUV talking to people, I starting asking questions.  They kicked me out again, not only telling me they called the police but pulling a "Black Lives Matter" card.  Knowing I would be put in a bad situation, I walked out.  There other residents that greeted me well.  But I had to go to the police station at the next street, to explain the situation.  I know it was questionable, but in the current situation being seen as a fugitive was out of the option.  It was an okay patrol, but I could do better.

June 2, 2020

In the recent rise of the police shooting of George Floyd and the resurgence of the Black Lives Matter movement, this was an unprecedented time.  Now for me, I can understand both sides well.  While I respect having accountability, I was myself being a victim of bigotry and discrimination due to being a high-functioning autistic.  Also understanding that every negative affect can affect anyone in either a positive or negative reaction, I have to look out at both sides, keeping my eyes open.  But one thing is clear, if I saw any uncertain situation dealing with the police, the one law I will look at is my code; dignity, honor, respect.  If the code is thrown away, I WILL BE A MILLION TIMES WORSE THAN IAB!   With that being said, it was urgent that I do my patrols. I had to keep low key, not start any unnecessary chaos, carrying only the essentials.   I started at Dudley Street.  It was a relatively short patrol, in which I will get into later.  From first glance I saw a car with lights on running in an area near a closed business. However, not knowing if it's a business or a residence.  I had to play the road of caution.  After all I have to be keeping my professionalism too, no9 mistakes. However, it ended early when a man was asking if I saw his dog.  I asked him questions retaining to the dog, to get a better idea.  Knowing it was late at night, I knew searching for me would be folly.  So I gave him my card, to give me the information via e-mail and I will look into some agencies and ideas.  I decided to get home early to put my plans at work.  However, earlier today, he didn't reply. Even thou it was a day wasted, I felt I gave that man hope that his dog was found, and I believe he was.  Bright news during tough times.