It has been said that Bryant had a 'fake' licence, in the name of Ryan instead of Bryant, as I recall, though he has said during interview that 'he' didnt have a licence.... what to believe...
As far as todays shenanigans, VICPOL with their 'we're going after the criminals and illegal guns'....
I do (not) accept those words what-so-ever. They have declared that they want less guns and they make no distinction between registered / unregistered, legal/illegal.....their press release subsequent to the NFA review/love-in should give zero comfort to LAFOs;
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http://www.vicpolicenews.com.au/news/82 ... -team.htmlProactive illicit firearms investigations team
Thursday, 05 November 2015 14:25 Victoria Police Crime Command has established a proactive investigating team following the recent increase in firearms incidents within Victoria.
The proactive illicit firearms investigations team will be based within the Purana Task Force with their primary focus being the prevention of shootings and the disruption of the supply of firearms.
The team will investigate identified incidents of organised firearms trafficking and will seek to identify linkages between firearm related burglaries and organised crime groups.
The team will work closely with regional police and the Armed Crime Squad and Santiago Task Force.
The Armed Crime Squad will continue to investigate non-fatal shootings, however will work closely with the team to ensure any evidence or intelligence related to firearms trafficking is forwarded to the team for active investigation.
The team will have a strong intelligence capability which will ensure it has the capacity to identify trends along with cross-regional and cross-border linkages.
Deputy Commissioner Shane Patton said disrupting the supply of firearms will result in a decrease in firearms incidents across Victoria.
“Victoria Police knows tackling organised crime is a huge issue and we recognise a proactive approach is needed to ensure firearms are not falling into the hands of criminals.
“Identifying links between firearms thefts and organised crime groups will enable investigators to target those groups and disrupt their activities.
“We are committed in our endeavour to prevent further shootings and believe this targeted approach will lead to a decrease in the number of firearms in our community and ultimately save lives.”
Sergeant Sharon Darcy
Media Officer
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Did you see that? subtle wasnt it, not really;
“We are committed in our endeavour to prevent further shootings and believe this
targeted approach will lead to a decrease in the number of firearms in our community and ultimately save lives.”
All they needed was one word before firearms;
illegal, but they left it out..... It wasnt an oversight.
recalling the recent Senate hearing on firearms, that great trojan horse by the Greens in the vain hope of convincing all that ALL guns must be banned;
Day 1 of evidence-
Senator LEYONHJELM: The availability of the firearms is the issue, not the wrong hands?
Det. Supt De Santo (VICPOL): It is part of both. If there are more weapons available, then Victoria Police say that there is more risk of them falling into the wrong hands and then we have more risk of injury to people and of the commission of serious offences.
VICPOL submission excerpt:
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Victoria Police suggests that all firearms are lethal weapons, and any greater number of firearms being available increases the risk of them being used to facilitate crimes, and to injure or kill people."
So, interpret that....
This opinion is reflected by all pol unions, and police departments.
Would the equal opportunity commissions be staffed and directed by individuals who openly declare they are against immigrants, refugees, gays, disabled, other races because THEY believe they represent a risk??? Of course not. If there was any hint of bias against those parties they are involved with and make determinations for..... they would be out on the ears quicker than you can say discrimination......
In a fair/just world they would be called out for their declared bias and an independent Authority would be established to manage firearm licensing........ but thats only wishful thinking....