The Black Panther Party is calling some Metro officers “pathetic” for their stance on Beyoncé. The Fraternal Order of Police is urging officers not to volunteer to do security for the star’s concert here in May. This follows Beyoncé’s controversial Super Bowl performance and her latest music video.
When Beyoncé comes to town, most likely the Nissan Stadium will be packed with people. Officers fear many of them will have angry feelings towards police.
“The Black Panther Party is just known for assaulting and murdering police officers,” said Danny Hale, the president of the Fraternal Order of Police.
One Metro officer wrote FOX 17 saying, “Why would we work security for an event that is a breeding ground for patrons that hate police? It’s a recipe for disaster.”
“She is still hollering about black lives matter,” said Daniel Estes, visiting from Huntsville, AL. “All lives matter. It is not just black lives matter.
“So, you support the police officers?” asked Reporter Sabrina Hall.
“Yes, I do. Absolutely,” said Estes.
At the Super Bowl, Beyoncé paid homage to the Black Panthers, a civil rights group known for violence in the 60s, including killing two Nashville police officers. (continue reading at Fox17)