Failures in Uvalde: A Case Study on Law Enforcement Accountability

This chapter explores the systemic failures of law enforcement during the Uvalde mass shooting, where nearly 400 officers were present but delayed taking action despite being aware of dire emergency calls. It emphasizes the inadequacies in response protocols and critiques the blame-shifting among officials, calling for greater accountability. The discussion also contrasts this with examples of effective civilian intervention in emergencies, highlighting the urgent need for reform in law enforcement practices.