Cops Played Quick-Draw With Loaded Guns… And Shot Each Other

Published on June 13, 2026
Duration: 5:58

This video critically examines a negligent discharge incident involving two Pasadena police officers who were reportedly "playing around" with loaded firearms. The speaker, identified as a firearms instructor, highlights the hypocrisy of the narrative that civilians are too untrained to handle guns while law enforcement exhibits severe safety lapses. The incident, where one officer accidentally shot another through a patrol car windshield during a quick-draw scenario, is used to illustrate the double standard in how firearm safety violations are treated for civilians versus police. The video argues that the focus on restricting civilian gun ownership ignores the need for accountability and rigorous training within law enforcement agencies.

Quick Summary

A negligent discharge occurred when Pasadena police officers were reportedly "playing around" with loaded firearms. One officer's gun fired through a patrol car windshield, hitting another officer. This incident is used to critique the narrative that civilians are too untrained for gun ownership, highlighting perceived double standards in law enforcement firearm safety and accountability compared to civilian gun owners.

Chapters

  1. 00:00Officer Pulls Loaded Gun
  2. 00:22Pasadena Police Shooting Incident
  3. 00:34Incident Details & Location
  4. 00:43The Quick Draw Scenario
  5. 00:54Accidental Discharge Through Windshield
  6. 01:06Critique of Professionalism
  7. 01:19Negligent Discharge vs. Attempted Murder
  8. 01:30"Horseplay" Classification
  9. 01:41Civilian vs. Police Training Discrepancy
  10. 01:55Many Cops Aren't Well-Trained
  11. 02:052A Community's Training Efforts
  12. 02:18The "America 2A Hat" Symbolism
  13. 02:32Inconsistency in Gun Laws
  14. 02:55Why Police Aren't Restricted
  15. 03:05Pasadena Incident's Significance
  16. 03:16Accountability for Officers
  17. 03:28The Rulemaking Gap
  18. 03:37Viewer Engagement & Discussion

Frequently Asked Questions

What happened in the Pasadena police parking garage incident?

Two Pasadena police officers were reportedly "playing around" with loaded firearms. One officer drew his handgun in a quick-draw motion, and seconds later, another officer's loaded gun discharged through the windshield of a patrol car, striking the first officer in the shoulder. The shooter subsequently lost his job.

Why is the Pasadena police shooting incident considered hypocritical?

The incident is seen as hypocritical because it highlights a double standard: civilians are often told they are too untrained to handle firearms, yet law enforcement officers, considered "professionals," engaged in dangerous "horseplay" with loaded guns, resulting in an accidental shooting. This contrasts with the stricter regulations often proposed for civilian gun owners.

How does the speaker differentiate between civilian and police accountability for firearm negligence?

The speaker argues that if a civilian were to point a loaded gun at another person and accidentally shoot them, it could be charged as attempted murder or manslaughter. However, when police officers do the same, it's often downplayed as "horseplay" or a "failure to adhere to safety rules," with consequences typically limited to the individual officer rather than departmental policy changes.

What is the speaker's view on the training of police officers regarding firearms?

The speaker expresses skepticism about the level of firearms training for many police officers, stating that "a lot of cops are not well-trained to shoot" and some "can't even shoot" or "don't even care about guns." This is contrasted with the proactive training efforts of the Second Amendment community.

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