i thnk it is cruscial that police officers should carry guns. but not all police officers, certain officers with more aquairable tranig. also with the current cuts that are axing some major police officers jobs then i think that it is best interest that the fewer police officers should be able to carry a firearm. mainly because they will be up against crime in fewer numbers. it can also quote that if a police officer were to cary a firearm the concept of the firearm could generate a fear factor of suspects running away.