It is not uncommon for military veterans to join police forces and vice versa. "I understand his frustration but I'm disgusted by what he did," the Iraq veteran said of Long. Marine veteran Elvin Carey, who is black, said he had no doubts both of the gunmen endured racism in and out of the military. SAN DIEGO (AP) " Back-to-back attacks on police in Texas and Louisiana by former military men have touched a nerve among veterans who traditionally share a close bond with law enforcement. Gavin Long was based in San Diego with the Marine Corps from 2005 to 2010, according to military records.

Source: New Zealand Herald July 20, 2016 06:48 UTC