Police were right to handcuff and caution Brindle.
I was astounded at his father's comments about the "message this sends out". The fact his son was "frightened" by the experience is surely the whole point. Parents should support law enforcement agencies and take responsibility for the actions of their offspring.
-David Mee, Hove
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