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Sunday, Jan 20 at 11:43 AM sex as a weapon wrote ...
Woman taken advantage of? I think Kevin's the victum here. She made out to be a "friend" and then admitted to using sex to get out of a ticket.She's a grown woman making her own decisions not a helpless little girl not knowing what she was doing. She gets to keep her life as normal, her job, she doesn't get fined, or put in jail. Remeber the saying "stop using sex as a weapon"? Well she just blew Kevin's world up. Message to the cops careful who you're friends with , they might not really be.
Saturday, Jan 19 at 7:11 PM NY Native wrote ...
I come from a big city were police corruption exist. But living here in Iowa i felt that these thing don't happen. I guess I'm wrong. Mr Sims is suppose to be a public server. his job is to protect and to serve, not to serve and take advantage of. Since he is suppose to up held the law and not break it, he deserves everything that he gets. As a father of a young lady, if this happen to your daughter, who was taken advantaged by a POLICE OFFICER how would you feel.
Monday, Jan 14 at 1:20 PM kareoke-dj wrote ...
you ppl are so one sided. nobody but kevin knows what to do. everybody is so quick to jump on the blame wagon!!! he is a VARY good guy. I WILL HELP HIM IN ANY WAY I CAN!!! don't judge him. we all get judged in the end...
Sunday, Jan 13 at 2:49 PM cops are human too wrote ...
2 sides to every story. People are so quick to judge. Isn't it possible both are guilty of doing something wrong? After all this isn't a rape charge. Kevin - taking resposibility for your mistakes is your character. You are good people and a great cop.I wish you the very best. Sorry you made a bad decision as a police officer. You (cops) are human too and sometimes that is forgotten.
Sunday, Jan 13 at 10:41 AM aa wrote ...
My heart goes out to the victim and her family.It seems everyone is quick to judge and point the finger. Some of us need to look in the mirror and do a self assessment and ask the question can I judge Kevin. The answer is No.!! God will deal with Kevin and the victim. And lets hope this event didnt happen, because if it did he will never be trusted and he has to live with bringing discredit upon himself, his family,and his co-workers.
Sunday, Jan 13 at 7:28 AM What if... wrote ...
This is an authority vs. taking advantage of knowing the offier to get out of trouble case & how do you prove ones intentions over the others? Could HE of believed he wasn't using his authority over her? However, doesn't change the fact sexual contact was made & even if both parties were in the wrong, HE STILL AUTOMATICALLY LOSES. Kevin being known as a flirt doesn't mean he used his position to get his way. 2 sides to every story & unfortunately it takes MONEY 4 him to tell his!!!
Saturday, Jan 12 at 8:03 PM Justin Etter wrote ...
I would like to say- Kevin is one of the best friends I could have. I have never seen him use his job as a leverage. I have known him a long time. I would trust him with my kids,wife,my life.
Friday, Jan 11 at 7:47 PM anonymous wrote ...
CRPD does not just treat citizens with disrepect, they also treat other Law Enforcment agenicies in the same manner.
Friday, Jan 11 at 6:07 PM My Opinion wrote ...
I am soory for the female that endured this from Kevin. I am sorry for some fo the ignorance being expressed here about ALL OFFICERS. Kevin may have been the bad apple. But for example only, a Rockwell Collins employee gets arrested for drunk driving....my God, they all must be drunks and breaking the law! See the senseless knowledge of that statement. Believe it or not folks, Cops are human to. They make mistakes JUST LIKE YOU! Although they are human, they do their part to make sure YOU ARE OK
Friday, Jan 11 at 1:22 PM R.O. wrote ...
First of all my heart goes out to anyone who was victimised by Sims. What a horrible thing to be in such a situation. Second of all how do any of you translate Sims' actions to ALL police officers. As a lower income minority I have recieved breaks and tickets and have been stopped but I cooperate and never have been treated unfairly. I can't say the same for the actions of others in my neighborhood when it comes to police. Support the good ones. They do weed out the bad.
Friday, Jan 11 at 8:13 AM BC wrote ...
We love you man keeep your head up.
Friday, Jan 11 at 2:45 AM Anonymous wrote ...
I found satification in reading this article. I'm glad someone had the nerve to report Kevin Sims, I went thru a similsr incident with the same officer in 1998. It happen twice alone at the Hy-Vee store on Johnson Av, plus his children were with him at the time. Since then I lost my respect with most of the men officers on the CR force.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 9:45 PM Annette wrote ...
I have known Kevin for many years and find this very hard to believe of him. He has always treated me with respect and has gone out of his way to make sure I was safe. My heart goes out to him and his family and I am 100% behind Kevin.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 9:34 PM CRPD Officer Wife wrote ...
I want to thank everyone who has recognized that the job that officers do is very THANKLESS. I might also point out that some are holding officer's to a higher level then themselves. They are human, and not all visit the BAR scene. Everyone involved or not involved in this incident is human. Weather or not it did take place, I don't even know. My thoughts go out to the victim and Kevin and his family. My guess is like everything else, it was always out there happening, media is just present
Thursday, Jan 10 at 6:48 PM *shocked* wrote ...
I, too, have known Kevin & several of his officers from working in the bar scene, and having them come to my rescue. There is a fine line between flirting and forcing, and can personally say that I would NEVER imagine Kevin (or his fellow officers) to cross that line. My heart goes out to both Kevin and the female involved, and also to the rest of the CRPD.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 5:49 PM a future Police Officer wrote ...
Do know this man or woman, but I hardly think it's wise to start making snap judgements about his character, true police misconduct does happen and it is dangerous and scary for the simple fact that it's hard to do anything about it. but it does help that when it does happen it's hyped by the media as being a national epidemic. I hope that this turns out to be a lie, or that if it's true that he pays for it with as little collateral harm to his family as possible.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 4:21 PM Anonymous wrote ...
there is no such thing as innocent untill proven..... In this country you ARE GUILTY untill money sets you free!!!!!!!!!!!!
Thursday, Jan 10 at 3:58 PM anon wrote ...
i agree with 1:03 PM CR Resident...even though you think you know someone well enough doesn't mean they wouldn't do something terrible. used to babysit for a great family. mom & baby died in a house fire that the dad set! didn't think he would do that, but he did & he is rotting prison serving 2 life sentences.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 3:03 PM A White Female Bar Worker wrote ...
I have to agree with "Typical" but its not just some Cops..its Lawyers, Doctors, Employees, Husbands etc.. who are always hitting on women. I work at a bar and have filed complaints against "Officers" for hitting on me. The only complaints that I was called back to make any additional statements where only when a Black Officer was involved and not the 5 White Officers. Im still trying to figure out the real crime here...I just want to do my job..
Thursday, Jan 10 at 2:06 PM Anonymous wrote ...
While I don't know this particular CRPD I do know many of them both personally and professionally and they are good people, who love their job and are dedicated to it. They work their hardest to protect this city. I have to agree with the person who said earlier, if you think you can do their job then try it for a day. I gurantee 1/2 of us couldn't do what they do on a daily basis.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 1:03 PM CR Resident wrote ...
Not all cops are corrupt. You have your good apples and your bad apples. Unfortunately Kevin was a bad apple. People write on here stating I know him I would never expect him to do this. Yeah I would never expect someone to sexual abuse a child but they do. People can fool you and Kevin fooled the CRPD and the people who know him personaly. His punishment will come and he will get what he deserves.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 12:59 PM Racist Graffitti Victim wrote ...
We have to be careful before we judge people in a case like this. I know in my case people were saying alot of things about me and my family that just were not true. In the involvement I have had with police for my case they were a profesional and very understanding so until the facts are all laid out please be careful before you judge!!!
Thursday, Jan 10 at 12:16 PM KJ wrote ...
It doesn't suprise me...considering his old CRPD partner was terminated for mis-usining authority and sexually assulting a female as well back in 2001.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 12:01 PM Kevin wrote ...
Does this really shock anybody?
Thursday, Jan 10 at 11:40 AM Teacher wrote ...
I am not surprised that people use this situation to bash ALL police officers as being corrupt and abusing their power. I am a teacher and every time there is a story like this about a teacher, the same thing happens. Some people are just like that.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 10:50 AM Doug wrote ...
Its unfortanute that not 100% of the cops in the world arent loyal and out for all well being for their community, but lets stop placing blame on the entire force for one cops wrong doing. These are the same cops that when you are dying will show up and save your life, what will you have to say to them then????? Ummmm, I guess there are good cops out there? DURR!!!!!!!!!!!
Thursday, Jan 10 at 10:29 AM CR citizen wrote ...
Just had comment on this. I know Kevin and feel bad that this happened as it affects more than him and the person that this happened to. All of you that are complaining about the cops need to follow them around for a week and see just what they put up with in this wonderfull city of ours and ALL of the upstanding, law abing citizens we have. When you all become perfect then you can start throwing stones at the people who are not!!!! WWJD??????
Thursday, Jan 10 at 9:56 AM Citizen wrote ...
I have seen this same officer cuase trouble before. He starts fights and then shows his badge, and those involved get hualed in and the off duty officer walks. Kind of a crappy deal.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 9:17 AM typical wrote ...
for all of us that go out and frequent bars around town this is NOT out of character for the CR Cops. My friends and I have seen this so many times and are disgusted by the misuse of authority. How many times have we heard officers offering rides home to young girls? How many times have you seen our police officers loitering around at a fast food restaurant hitting on the young girls working behind the counter. I"m sure a lot of the force is good but.... Gosh let's hope! Good luck
Thursday, Jan 10 at 9:00 AM citizen wrote ...
Police work is a true profession. Officers in Cedar Rapids are educated and do their jobs very well. A bad apple like this one brings everyone down and all officers pay the price. Im sure his fellow officers will be glad to be rid of a problem officer like this one.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 8:41 AM BECKY wrote ...
Its funny to see this officer into trouble when tryed to get me to admit to something i didnt do is sure not setting an exsample to the public that he is supose to protect
Thursday, Jan 10 at 7:51 AM IT'S FUNNY wrote ...
IT'S FUNNY ONLY ONE PERSON EXPRESSED ANY CONCERN FOR THE ALLEGED VICTIM IN THIS CASE. WHERE IS YOUR COMPASSION CEDAR RAPIDS?
Thursday, Jan 10 at 7:37 AM Wow wrote ...
I have to agree with "COME ON". Stop lumping all police together. It seems that many of the commenters here do not understand the mechanics of police work. Stop and think... could there be any reason that an officer might turn on his lights to get through an intersection that might be justified? Or are you so against the police that you always have to assume the worst. With all of the people that don't support police and the good that they do it is no wonder that they have problems.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 7:32 AM To "Citizen" wrote ...
I do work in the city and have had many dealings with the department. Your definition of "not guilty of anything" seems suspect. There are channels that you can go through to remedy the situation. The police department does have oversight agencies and groups that can affect change and take action. Most times when people complain it is not because they didn't do something wrong. It is because they didn't like the fact they got caught or because they didn't understand the law or the circumstances.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 4:26 AM LEO wrote ...
I'm also a police officer, though not in CR. I do know Kevin and will say this surprises me. If he did this he should and will pay the price. Kevin is a stand up guy, and will take responsibility for his actions. Keep in mind that you don't know him or the way he has lived his life except for this incident. I would hate to be judged on only one decision. We've all made mistakes and pay the consequences. When you do are you publicly criticized on this website? My thoughts are with her as well.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 4:19 AM bob wrote ...
i think it is funny when a cop turns his lights on just to run a red light and then turn them off when he gets to the other side, i know this has nothing to do with this story but the police do abuse their athority
Thursday, Jan 10 at 3:16 AM Citizen wrote ...
"for those of you who believe that the whole department is corrupt GET REAL" Yeah? Try working there. I did. Try being harassed by them when not guilty of anything, I have.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 12:45 AM Night Raven wrote ...
that officer should be tossed in fed prison and key thrown away. and his name stuck in the sex offender website.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 12:37 AM Brent wrote ...
re: Come On; there's a lot more than just a couple. I have witnessed quite a few CRPD acting improperly over the years and complaints did nothing. They should be thankful I didn't didn't have a camcorder on me many of those times. I've also seen them threatening people with camcorders and ordering them to turn them off and stop taping, a violation of the rights. If they're in public then they're fair game to be taped. The law doesn't seem to matter to some of them though.
Thursday, Jan 10 at 12:20 AM A Minister of His wrote ...
Jumping to conclusions can only cause more strife. Let's let the judicial process run it's course. We as citizens can can't anything about it but gossip if it were true. I personally know Kevin and that's not his character.
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 10:29 PM reality wrote ...
Doesn't surprise me. 95% of the officers are true police women and men. The 5% remains sceptical.
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 10:09 PM Anonymous wrote ...
Thank you Come On. It is getting old listening to people complain about ALL the officers. There are good ones and bad ones as with any job, lets not put them all the same category. I also cannot believe the comments people make here when they don't know the whole story.
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 8:26 PM COME ON wrote ...
I can agree that there may be an officer or two who have acted improperly but for those of you who believe that the whole department is corrupt GET REAL. If you really think that then make your complaint known through the proper channels and stop sniping and whining because you broke a law and are mad because someone called you on it. The department is full of good and honest officers who are dedicated to the city. Give them a break, don't lump them all together.
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 7:07 PM Anonymous wrote ...
Read the article...a plea hearing is set. Another article from the AP wire said that his attorney said that he would plead guilty.
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 7:06 PM tax payer wrote ...
good to know our tax dollars are hard at work!!
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 7:00 PM Anonymous wrote ...
Kevin tried to talk to everyone
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 6:04 PM Citizen wrote ...
CR police abuse authority? Noooooooo. That would never, ever, happen. They certainly wouldn't lie or harass people, either.
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 5:46 PM Don wrote ...
What ever happen to innocent till proven guilty.
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 5:41 PM Citizen wrote ...
Good to know we can trust our officers!
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 4:18 PM looking wrote ...
I don't know about the rest of you Guys, this year for halloween I'm gonna be a CR Cop.Cuffs and all baby......
Wednesday, Jan 9 at 3:52 PM SPG wrote ...
I went to college with this officer. Would not expect to this happen. Hopefully, the woman involved has recovered and Kevin will have to plead his case.
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