![Protecting the public - and the public's purse](https://blogs.sas.com/content/sascom/files/2013/06/NikolajV2-554x336.gif)
We all expect the police to be focused on protecting us from harm and catching criminals. And, in my experience, the vast majority of police officers are dedicated men and women who take their service commitment seriously. However, that does not mean our protection should be achieved irrespective of cost.