Finally "Silvers" build thread!! ('78 swb 2wd silverado)

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by mcbassin

Thanks for the update. Any chance you can post a link to the BaggedC10 video? I can't seem to find it. thanks

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...postcount=2963

[mcbassin]

Originally Posted by SCOTI

http://67-72chevytrucks.com/vboard/s...postcount=2963

Thank you

DIRECT LINK

[3r!c84]

Glad its with his dad. Thats where he wanted it when he was building it!
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[wills02pala]

If you guys want there is a website called reddit.com that I posted the video on as well. I did it because I was trying to spread it out and get more views and attention on the matter. Just click on the link below and it's the top story. I would appreciate you guys signing up for the website and simply clicking the up arrow next to the story. This helps it show up in searches more. Takes literally 60 seconds to sign up, they don't even ask for your email address.

http://www.reddit.com/search?q=dennis+dean

Thanks for all the support guys!

[Dieselwrencher]

Wow, that was a hard video to watch.

[wills02pala]

Ya it really is, even harder when I walked into the house for the first time after he was killed. Made it really all sink in, the reality that he really is gone still hurts. Regardless of what anyone may think of him after finding out he had a drug problem, I can tell you all, Dennis was a great guy! He taught me so much, knew him for a little over 5 years. He was like my big brother. Always so inviting, knew how to cheer me up, he was truly a genuine guy. Drugs will never define who he was in my opinion!

[truckzilla]

After seeing the video a couple of times, although I didn't know him personally, I know I would have liked to have. I kinda feel in a way I knew him a little from following his build and seeing his generous comments on so many other build threads! I know Dennis would have been encouraging me with mine once it actually gets posted and going.

An addiction does not define a person! If we're honest with ourselves, we're all addicted to one thing or another!

May justice prevail so that his spirit may rest in peace!

[f.monroe]

It's a sad situation for all involved. I have read the responses to The death of a well liked board member only to come up with one conclusion, choices have consequences. The officers involved , Dennis himself, etc all made choices. If any one of those involved had made a different choice then the consequences would have surely been different. We all know the consequences for Dennis . We do not what they will be for the officers and families of all involved but I am sure we can al agree that they will not be pleasant for anyone that was there that day. We also need to keep in mind that members of Dennis' family may read this post. I think it should be locked . Lets remember the good conversation, compliments, input, etc that Dennis brought to the board and admire his last accomplishment,,,,,,,"SILVER".

I am not saying I agree or disagree with any of the postings above. Depending on how you look at it you can draw your own conclusions. I just think it should be locked because Dennis can not respond and there are always three sides to all stories, yours , mine ,and what really happened. Unfortunately we will never know the third one.

R.I.P Dennis Dean

Frank
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[yellowGT]

Truly in shock... I didnt know Dennis but did see the build back in the motor stages of it. Late last night I was reading the whole build again and found myself asleep so I figured I would continue reading today and to my surprise I found out that he is gone. That truly sucks in many ways. I know the excitement that he was feeling when he was doing his little dance on that video and sadly he is not around with us to enjoy the build like we all would of liked him to. My prayers for him and his family. RIP Dennis.

[nenesis.442]

dennis where did you get the tonneau cover and what seats did you use

[bigblock73]

Originally Posted by nenesis.442

dennis where did you get the tonneau cover and what seats did you use

Didn't read the past few pages of this thread did you?

[wills02pala]

Check this out guys! The truth is finally coming out and is making local news! Dennis will always live on!

http://www.news10.net/news/article/2...s-who-shot-him

[truckzilla]

Originally Posted by wills02pala

Check this out guys! The truth is finally coming out and is making local news! Dennis will always live on!

http://www.news10.net/news/article/2...s-who-shot-him

Thanks for posting that!

To me, his cooperation may have been what ended up getting him killed. Sadly, he should have just refused to open it. The ultimate d'uh moment seems to be the cop who yelled gun after Dennis already told them there was one in there! It would be interesting to know if the officer who was accidentally kicked in the face by Dennis was the one who fired first, now having an excuse of self defence. Anyway, by trying to sway opinion by saying he was a dealer, suspected or otherwise, it makes people think he was some sort of hard core bad guy who deserved to get it.

[6772owner]

WOW, I cant believe all of this, at least it sounds like it might bring change to light.

R.I.P. Dennis

[mrhino]

Trigger happy cops for sure, but why did they want into his safe. what were they doing there to begin with? is that normal police procedure?. Smells like dirty cops

[SCOTI]

Dirty cops? That's quite a leap.... It's a bad deal for the police & the deceased.

Split second decisions can be the difference between life & death in a situation like this. If/when you run, they don't know why & to what means you will go to to remain free. The best thing is to avoid anything that possibly puts those authorized to utilize deadly force in that situation (don't run from the police; don't even think of reaching for a firearm after running from the police, etc...).

Do I think the shooting of Dennis was just? No, from the details it seems as if several officers were on edge & possibly reacted to quickly.

Was there some 'creative' wording to cover things up or incorrect details released to early thus forming 2 different narratives of the events that unfolded that day? Only a more thorough investigation will tell. Lets hope that's what continues to happen.

[wills02pala]

SCOTI, you don't have to be a Rocket Scientist to figure this one out. Have you not been reading the whole story about what all is going on around here in Sacramento lately? Really it's the main message the family is trying to get out. Ever since DA Jan Scully in 2011 pulled all funding for police shooting investigations they have skyrocketed. I don't agree that all cops are bad, but in this case something is not right. Who is watching the watchmen, themselves! That's just plain wrong, perhaps if this were your family you might think about it a little more.

You need to re-read, listen and watch all the videos and news stories posted. The Sheriffs department is on tape admitting Dennis NEVER fired his gun, period! I also know for a fact, and the detective confirms it again on tape Dennis admitted he had a gun locked in the safe. At this point he has handcuffed in front and asked to open it, even after telling them this. This is against police procedure. Stop beating around the bush bro, and realize although what Dennis was up to was no good he should be in jail, not dead. His own father even admits that.

[SCOTI]

Originally Posted by wills02pala

SCOTI, you don't have to be a Rocket Scientist to figure this one out. Have you not been reading the whole story about what all is going on around here in Sacramento lately? Really it's the main message the family is trying to get out. Ever since DA Jan Scully in 2011 pulled all funding for police shooting investigations they have skyrocketed. I don't agree that all cops are bad, but in this case something is not right. Who is watching the watchmen, themselves! That's just plain wrong, perhaps if this were your family you might think about it a little more.

You need to re-read, listen and watch all the videos and news stories posted. The Sheriffs department is on tape admitting Dennis NEVER fired his gun, period! I also know for a fact, and the detective confirms it again on tape Dennis admitted he had a gun locked in the safe. At this point he has handcuffed in front and asked to open it, even after telling them this. This is against police procedure. Stop beating around the bush bro, and realize although what Dennis was up to was no good he should be in jail, not dead. His own father even admits that.

I have viewed the video clips & read the posted details. Not following procedure is a long way from suggesting that there were 'dirty cops' w/an agenda.

If it was my brother (or even myself), the 1st thing I would say was it was nobodys fault but his own. Dennis put himself in that situation by his choices. Dennis put the police officers on a heightened defensive by running. Those circumstances combined w/questionable prodcedural execution ultimately lead to this tragedy; regardless if it was right or wrong. Had Dennis not done the drugs or ran from the house to prevent being detained, would those same officers have shot him in his home?

I'm not saying Dennis is or was a bad guy nor am I on a soapbox preaching what's right & wrong. I have friends that were or still are involved in drugs to some degree & I like them just fine. I worry about their safety but avoid them in certain situations because of their choices. I also have friends who are police officers. I like them too but worry even more for their safety.

What about looking @ it from a law enforcement officers perspective. Perhaps if one of them were from my/your family, we might think about it differently.... Not every person who does drugs & runs from the police might be as harmless/honest as Dennis was. They see it way more than the rest of us & have to be cautious as it can mean life or death for them. If you make those poor decisions like in this situation, you put yourself into the category of being capable of anything including harming an officer of the law who is only doing his job.


Not a rocket scientist nor am I beating around any bush...

I don't feel Dennis 'deserved' anything beyond a trip to jail & then court but the choices he made put him in that situation. It wasn't something you, I, or anyone else did. My sincerest condolances are extended to his family.
The officers in this situation should be held accountable for their actions if procedures weren't followed correctly.
I believe situations like this do require an outside source for review for impartiality.

[bigblock73]

You know, I read everything, watched the videos, and have really struggled with all of this.

On one hand, I thought Dennis was a really nice guy. I enjoyed talking with him on the phone, and took pleasure in helping him with his truck by providing several pieces for it including the gauge brackets, speaker brackets and firewall cover. he was really appreciative and truly thankful for the help.

On the other hand, knowing he dealt drugs and participated in that kind of activity which I deeply despise, and likely used that money to buy parts from me...makes me sick and irritates me. Had I known, I would have sold him a thing.

So, as you can see...I am torn on how I feel about this whole thing. Did he deserve to die...no, did he eff up and make some mistakes which led to his death...yes.

Its hard for me to defend a man, when he made many dicisions which negatively effect people outside this site and his family and friends. Think of all the people he sold drugs to...and how it affected them and the people who love them.

[STOCKISH]

Originally Posted by bigblock73

You know, I read everything, watched the videos, and have really struggled with all of this.

On one hand, I thought Dennis was a really nice guy. I enjoyed talking with him on the phone, and took pleasure in helping him with his truck by providing several pieces for it including the gauge brackets, speaker brackets and firewall cover. he was really appreciative and truly thankful for the help.

On the other hand, knowing he dealt drugs and participated in that kind of activity which I deeply despise, and likely used that money to buy parts from me...makes me sick and irritates me. Had I known, I would have sold him a thing.

So, as you can see...I am torn on how I feel about this whole thing. Did he deserve to die...no, did he eff up and make some mistakes which led to his death...yes.

Its hard for me to defend a man, when he made many dicisions which negatively effect people outside this site and his family and friends. Think of all the people he sold drugs to...and how it affected them and the people who love them.

Just because someone had a issue with usage, doesnt automatically mean they were a "dealer". The police said Suspected dealer. Unless anyone has it on video, there is no proof he did anything other than use.

[bigblock73]

Originally Posted by 1972SuperCheyenne

Just because someone had a issue with usage, doesnt automatically mean they were a "dealer". The police said Suspected dealer. Unless anyone has it on video, there is no proof he did anything other than use.

I am solely going off what I read, and by the fact that those who knew Dennis and more about this than I do, did not come out and say he wasn't as a result of the report. If I am wrong, then I sincerely apologize.

[truckzilla]

Originally Posted by 1972SuperCheyenne

Just because someone had a issue with usage, doesnt automatically mean they were a "dealer". The police said Suspected dealer. Unless anyone has it on video, there is no proof he did anything other than use.

And having an addiction is not the same as making a living from it like the police tried to imply. They knew what they were saying.

[LEEVON]

That's the root of the issue, there may be no way to know if their actions were justified. Just like the cops failed to adequately investigate my sister's death, because they had prejudice and pre-conceived notions about her. It's a helpless feeling, being at the mercy of the "authorities" with no recourse regardless of the circumstance. Just a bad deal, all the way around.

[trac209]

I've been following this story as well,and I'm glad to see somebody has seen through the bull**** in the death of Denis. Regardless of what he did or suspected of you don't just shoot a man in cold blood. And if he's in custody those "officers' had no business worrying about what was in there when they were told in advance. Denis should have just refused to open it period,that was his mistake. I do place value on the service and sacrafice LEO'S make every day but when mistakes are made don't try and bs your way out,that's the reason they lose trust not by the mistakes themselves imho.

[LEEVON]

http://www.sacbee.com/2012/12/22/507...l#mi_rss=Crime