Pilot's search for flight-simulator software spurs visit from state trooper - GoFuckYourself.com

ThunderBalls · 01-21-2004, 11:24 AM

Fuck Staples

http://news.findlaw.com/court_tv/s/2...004173230.html

By Emanuella Grinberg, Court TV

(Court TV) ?

Be careful what you ask for is the lesson Julie Olearcek learned when she inquired about a gift for her son last week at a Staples store.

A seemingly innocent query for flight simulation software earned the Air Force Reserves pilot a visit to her home from State Troopers, according to local reports.

Olearcek was looking for a computer game that her son could use to practice flying an aircraft, just like the ones flown by his mother and father, who is also an active-duty pilot. After searching the aisles for something that didn't involve fighting to no avail, Olearcek asked a sales clerk.

"He was alarmed by us asking how to fly airplanes and said that was against the law," said Olearcek, according to The Recorder, an online news site. "I said I couldn't imagine that, but, because (the clerk) was a little on edge ... I left."

A few hours later, a State Trooper showed up at Olearcek's house incognito, shining a flashlight through a sliding door and tapping on the glass.

Olearcek was frightened at first, but the State Trooper identified himself and asked Olearcek if she had inquired about the video game. She said she had, and then showed her military ID. "At first I felt like, 'Wait a minute, this is America.' But we also have to understand it takes everybody to pay attention," Olearcek said.

Sgt. Donald Charpentier of the Shelburne Falls State Police barracks said the Staples manager had called them to report that a person had been looking for instructional videos regarding flying planes.

"Those programs are quite common for entertainment and training, but he felt it was suspicious enough to warrant a call," said Charpentier, according to the Recorder. "We responded, and it turned out to be innocent enough; a person looking to buy a Christmas gift."

In the post-9/11 world, Staples spokesperson Sharyn Frankel said are instructed to be alert and to report any sort of suspicious inquiries or behavior in the store. "It's all about keeping our associates and customers safe. This was out of the ordinary and kind of raised a red flag and (the sales clerk) did what he thought was right."

StuartD · 01-21-2004, 11:25 AM

old news.

baddog · 01-21-2004, 12:16 PM

I am glad they checked it out . . . . what if it was some idiot instead of a mother looking for a Xmas present?

monkeysnap · 01-21-2004, 12:29 PM

I asked a clerk at Walgreens the other day where they kept their toenail clippers. Two hours later I had a SWAT team at my house throwing me down on the floor. I don't blame them one bit. Can't ever be TOO careful in this crazy world we live in.

Rich · 01-21-2004, 12:32 PM

What a joke Bush is making America. Do people really think bullshit like this is making them safer?

Gabriel · 01-21-2004, 12:32 PM

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Originally posted by monkeysnap
I asked a clerk at Walgreens the other day where they kept their toenail clippers. Two hours later I had a SWAT team at my house throwing me down on the floor. I don't blame them one bit. Can't ever be TOO careful in this crazy world we live in.

12clicks · 01-21-2004, 12:36 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Rich

What a joke Bush is making America. Do people really think bullshit like this is making them safer?

isn't this the same ass hat who blamed Bush for not know 9/11 was going to happen?

stocktrader23 · 01-21-2004, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 12clicks

isn't this the same ass hat who blamed Bush for not know 9/11 was going to happen?

You're right. All of the terrorists have trouble getting flight sim software with their millions in available cash. Osama sent them all to Staples for $40 video games instead.

PlayGirl · 01-21-2004, 01:08 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by monkeysnap
I asked a clerk at Walgreens the other day where they kept their toenail clippers. Two hours later I had a SWAT team at my house throwing me down on the floor. I don't blame them one bit. Can't ever be TOO careful in this crazy world we live in.

gornyhuy · 01-21-2004, 01:26 PM

I'm all for watching out for terrorist activity, but come on... does anybody have any civil liberty or privacy any more?

Rich · 01-21-2004, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 12clicks

isn't this the same ass hat who blamed Bush for not know 9/11 was going to happen?

Yes, and when it happens again I'm going to ask why the fuck he didn't actually do anything to protect you more. What he is doing is a joke.

12clicks · 01-21-2004, 06:39 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Rich

Yes, and when it happens again I'm going to ask why the fuck he didn't actually do anything to protect you more. What he is doing is a joke.

ahahahaha, sure you canadian ponce, like you have a fucking clue what he's doing.

run along, you're embarrassing

Mr.Fiction · 01-21-2004, 06:42 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by 12clicks

you have a fucking clue what he's doing.

Unfortunately, he probably doesn't either.

12clicks · 01-21-2004, 06:49 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Mr.Fiction

Unfortunately, he probably doesn't either.

yes, all Americans are stupid along with our president.
If the stupid rule the world, WTF does that make you?

blackmonsters · 01-21-2004, 06:49 PM

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Originally posted by ThunderBalls
Fuck Staples

http://news.findlaw.com/court_tv/s/2...004173230.html

By Emanuella Grinberg, Court TV

(Court TV) ?

Be careful what you ask for is the lesson Julie Olearcek learned when she inquired about a gift for her son last week at a Staples store.

A seemingly innocent query for flight simulation software earned the Air Force Reserves pilot a visit to her home from State Troopers, according to local reports.

Olearcek was looking for a computer game that her son could use to practice flying an aircraft, just like the ones flown by his mother and father, who is also an active-duty pilot. After searching the aisles for something that didn't involve fighting to no avail, Olearcek asked a sales clerk.

"He was alarmed by us asking how to fly airplanes and said that was against the law," said Olearcek, according to The Recorder, an online news site. "I said I couldn't imagine that, but, because (the clerk) was a little on edge ... I left."

A few hours later, a State Trooper showed up at Olearcek's house incognito, shining a flashlight through a sliding door and tapping on the glass.

Olearcek was frightened at first, but the State Trooper identified himself and asked Olearcek if she had inquired about the video game. She said she had, and then showed her military ID. "At first I felt like, 'Wait a minute, this is America.' But we also have to understand it takes everybody to pay attention," Olearcek said.

Sgt. Donald Charpentier of the Shelburne Falls State Police barracks said the Staples manager had called them to report that a person had been looking for instructional videos regarding flying planes.

"Those programs are quite common for entertainment and training, but he felt it was suspicious enough to warrant a call," said Charpentier, according to the Recorder. "We responded, and it turned out to be innocent enough; a person looking to buy a Christmas gift."

In the post-9/11 world, Staples spokesperson Sharyn Frankel said are instructed to be alert and to report any sort of suspicious inquiries or behavior in the store. "It's all about keeping our associates and customers safe. This was out of the ordinary and kind of raised a red flag and (the sales clerk) did what he thought was right."

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01-21-2004, 11:24 AM	#1
ThunderBalls So Fucking Banned Industry Role: Join Date: Oct 2002 Location: Mesosphere Posts: 2,926	Pilot's search for flight-simulator software spurs visit from state trooper Fuck Staples http://news.findlaw.com/court_tv/s/2...004173230.html By Emanuella Grinberg, Court TV (Court TV) ? Be careful what you ask for is the lesson Julie Olearcek learned when she inquired about a gift for her son last week at a Staples store. A seemingly innocent query for flight simulation software earned the Air Force Reserves pilot a visit to her home from State Troopers, according to local reports. Olearcek was looking for a computer game that her son could use to practice flying an aircraft, just like the ones flown by his mother and father, who is also an active-duty pilot. After searching the aisles for something that didn't involve fighting to no avail, Olearcek asked a sales clerk. "He was alarmed by us asking how to fly airplanes and said that was against the law," said Olearcek, according to The Recorder, an online news site. "I said I couldn't imagine that, but, because (the clerk) was a little on edge ... I left." A few hours later, a State Trooper showed up at Olearcek's house incognito, shining a flashlight through a sliding door and tapping on the glass. Olearcek was frightened at first, but the State Trooper identified himself and asked Olearcek if she had inquired about the video game. She said she had, and then showed her military ID. "At first I felt like, 'Wait a minute, this is America.' But we also have to understand it takes everybody to pay attention," Olearcek said. Sgt. Donald Charpentier of the Shelburne Falls State Police barracks said the Staples manager had called them to report that a person had been looking for instructional videos regarding flying planes. "Those programs are quite common for entertainment and training, but he felt it was suspicious enough to warrant a call," said Charpentier, according to the Recorder. "We responded, and it turned out to be innocent enough; a person looking to buy a Christmas gift." In the post-9/11 world, Staples spokesperson Sharyn Frankel said are instructed to be alert and to report any sort of suspicious inquiries or behavior in the store. "It's all about keeping our associates and customers safe. This was out of the ordinary and kind of raised a red flag and (the sales clerk) did what he thought was right."

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baddog So Fucking Banned Industry Role: Join Date: Apr 2001 Location: the beach, SoCal Posts: 107,089	I am glad they checked it out . . . . what if it was some idiot instead of a mother looking for a Xmas present?

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Rich So Fucking Banned Join Date: Jan 2003 Posts: 11,486	What a joke Bush is making America. Do people really think bullshit like this is making them safer?