GIGACHAD Former Criminal Saves Cop During Shootout!

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[@webkeylocknope9691]

I like trains

[@phatmatty7572]

he likes trains

[@Spicy_Kiwi]

Trains are cool

[@juliancabrera1938]

​@@webkeylocknope9691how did bro already comment

[@tobiasbraam3544]

i do not like trains

[@rebelscumspeedshop8677]

As a former emt and fireman talking to a trauma victim and holding their hand can be just as critical to saving their lives as the physical first aid part.

[@DavidMcCoyII]

The will to live is the single most powerful treatment known to medicine.

[@RT-qd8yl]

​@@DavidMcCoyII Still can't figure out how I survived cancer then 🤣

[@Squirtledoesstuff]

that hit deep. Thank you for everything you and your fellows do for us.

[@mrdrummer2564]

I'm curious, is that head rubbing some kind of soothing thing? Seems like a rather odd thing to do.

[@Twitch_Fox]

​@@mrdrummer2564physical stimulation to let him know that he's there. Just as important as talking to the guy. It's why some countries medics often carry flags to place above a soldier so if they can see, they see their nations flag and it tells them they're with friends.

[@guyperson1784]

This isn't a former convict helping a police officer, this is a human being helping another human being. This is the kind of humanity we need to see more of in this crazy world

[@curious9513]

Former convicts also humans and also helping other humans being

[@SailTheShip]

2 things can be true.

[@z0ck3r]

Strange, pretty sure one was an officer and the other said he was a former convict, but they may also have been unidentifyable, generic NPCs

[@user-qp6pz5gq4e]

It's toxic masculinity, that poor victim wah.

[@nexyo118]

Why in this stupid Country a 19yo have a Gun and is able to get in this Situation? How is it fkn possible for a 19yo to get a Gun ... USA is rly one of the worst Countrys in the World, this stupid Weapon Law kills so many People. And yes, Weapons ARE the Problem, if this People dont have Weapons they never come in this Situation, easy like that, works in neraly whole World but USA think they knows it better and have Houndreds or Thousands of Deads every year that could be prevented by Weapon Laws. Civilists should NOT have Weapons!!!

[@wingedblaze5985]

The rapid fire duck quacking gets me every time 😂😂

[@user-ee7jm5qd3t]

10:50 XDD

[@stevesalkas9128]

I thought local.pond 😅

[@stevesalkas9128]

Local pond I thought 😅

[@Brecconable]

Dislike the Honk, you get the Bonk.

[@Raven_07-official]

The holy quacks of freedom

[@GuardianEnigma]

On top of how John here went to heroic lengths to save John, it also warmed my heart seeing the way that poor lady was gently ushered to safety.

[@ShaggyRogers1]

You can even see that there were bullets that were shot through the driver side of her vehicle and out the back window. She is quite lucky to be alive, and I can't imagine what she must have went through during all of this. She was just minding her own business when a criminal being chased just wipes both of them out and starts shooting at her vehicle towards cops. Her airbags going off and making her have to try to crawl out underneath them, thus putting her engine block between herself and the suspect, probably saved her life in more ways than one here.

[@princesskileyrae]

Oh gosh I cannot even imagine how scared she must have been. One minute she's driving down the interstate and the next she's in the middle of double-sided shoot out. Bullets absolutely go through cars. She really is lucky in the overall sense. Hopefully she doesn't get PTSD. 😢

[@rooknado]

@@princesskileyraeJust when you think traffic won’t be bad today 😅

[@rooknado]

@@princesskileyraeSorry I don’t mean to make jokes about it, I just would surely be traumatized and humor is great medicine for myself!

[@DaveG-kb2sr]

​@princesskileyrae fairly normal for Houston now. This place is a sh*thole

[@nicksonassailant8480]

It's super amazing that this John guy is no longer recognized as "former criminal" but as a damn hero. It's very damn cool to see people turn their life around and get on the good side. Mad respect

[@0xEF666]

He was in a prison for 20 years for a reason. Maby he killed someoene. That's why whatever he does, he's a former criminal forever.

[@Texasboss420]

Thanks so much for kind words means alot

[@sweet.2881]

@@Texasboss420biggest gigachad. former convict here for bs weed charges that gave me a bad grudge for law enforcement, but kudos to you and im sure if i had such giant balls i wouldve done the same

[@antthegord9411]

I'd argue that even more remarkable is that he's the "hero former criminal" proving that with enough determination you can go from the lowest of the low to one of the most respected folks around if you just give a damn.

[@sharkey086]

​@@Texasboss420excellent job sir!

[@dragonsongthevoracious1761]

Respect to the guy risking his neck for the officer. That man has balls of steel.

[@jedm1010]

More like brass balls of the year !!!

[@platineshop]

Donut Operator doesn't fail... Nice one ☝️ 😊

[@mjlives5428]

Agree he was amazing but suspect was dead by than no?

[@briancleveland6115]

​@@mjlives5428by than ? And why should that make any difference ?

[@lovecheese45]

@@mjlives5428 he wasnt... because they unloaded more into him a he tried reloading his weapon.

[@Nonabear_10]

As soon as you started showing John's phone perspective, I started crying. He didn't care at all about not wearing a vest or protective gear. He just cared about saving that man's life

[@weblure]

He cared about recording himself doing it lol

[@ChocoMilkr1098]

@@weblure that has to be the most outlandish, jaded, and downright retarded take you could possibly have on this

[@thegoldenmaniac872]

@@weblureits pretty important to have video evidence of anything like this, plus im pretty sure most people would whether they wanted validation or not

[@TheFearsomeCrabcat]

@@weblure but he still did it regardless....

[@sans6993]

@@weblure bro would have been recorded either way cuz of cop body cams, so he might as well do it himself

[@fragsnac]

"Oh no suspect died anyways " You my brother earned a sub

[@michaeltriptow6877]

I use to be a criminal too a long time ago and I learned that you get a bigger high off of helping people and animals than doing crimes.

[@buddy3852]

I too used to be criminalizationing Keep up the change brother

[@dalerimoller272]

@michaeltriptow6877 Yes!! I feel this. I’m a recovering heroin addict, 5 years clean. Really, getting caught and arrested saved my life. Nothing better than paying it forward. Even if we just help one person or one animal, I’ve seen how much it can mean to them. Keep up the good work man. I’m proud of you for changing your life.

[@rickybojangles162]

We respect you for that brother. Everybody makes mistakes and does things they aren't proud of. But it takes way more guts and determination to change for the better. Keep it up brother, love from the UK ❤️

[@Vaga-Bard]

Do you help people for the “high”? Or because they need help?

[@mememoments2779]

@@Vaga-Bard everyobdy feels good when helping, dont blame him i know you dont mean it that way but either way he is helping others and himself

[@Texasboss420]

The officer who helped was Socrates’ Trujillo and obviously I’m John Phillip Lally Jr. thanks so much for acknowledging me I appreciate it more then you know

[@gena4638]

Good for you for making a positive change. Anyone is capable of turning their life around, but very few actually do. Even fewer would be willing to jump in and risk their life to help someone else. Many around the world appreciate what you did. Wish you all the best!

[@Kujien]

Respect to you

[@409Slots]

Mad respect to you sir!

[@ajfergy5569]

I work in a jail and honestly the only thing i wanna see is the people i interact with daily turn their life around, congrats on doing that man.

[@jmsgridiron5628]

Proof that anyone is capable of great change

[@covrtdesign5279]

For the insane chaos of this entire event, EVERY one of these officers remained incredibly professional, constant effective communication, safety for crossfire always in comms, effective fire as we see by the amazing outcome, and just incredibly well trained! Just wow!!

[@princesskileyrae]

The officers kinda reminded me of how everyone on a sports team has to know & understand where everyone is & what they're doing to succeed. Obviously the stakes are a lot higher here, but yes, agreed. I also think they gave the suspect many opportunities to not be unalived. Dude was deadset on grabbing his own gun til his very end. The lack of survival instinct is befuddling to me.

[@southernroots95]

I used to be a Correctional Officer at a tdc unit where he was at. He was a good guy back then too. Glad he's out and doing good things out here as well

[@cptkirk320]

Hey Donut! These guys are my people. Gengler was my trainer for Phase One of FTO. Gibson took the round to his femur. Last I heard he's looking at a year out of work. Ill pass this on to these guys and see if we can get Gibson in touch with you. Thank you for what you do man.

[@wesleyhassmer1753]

Send Gibson my regards man! He’s a legend for rushing into action. Tell him I said get well soon.

[@matn7743]

I had a guess it was femur, just by the sheer pain he was in. Hope he heals up alright. Pretty crazy situation. And very brave of John the civvie running out there and helping drag him to cover.

[@andrewulrich8053]

Donut needs to see this

[@dougsrosen]

Femur. Wow that's gotta be brutal.

[@ShelCorporation]

Any type of go fund me set up? If so please share the link.

[@Dorkee]

This shows some people can change for the better

[@rachdarastrix5251]

Its the American justice system. Even if someone is convicted of committing a crime there is still just a 50% chance that they actually committed a crime and a 50% chance that what actually happened was they trampled on his rights and got away with it.

[@jeffsanders5444]

@@rachdarastrix5251 also a 50% chance they did something else that that didn't get caught for.

[@rachdarastrix5251]

@@jeffsanders5444 That too yes.

[@NoahMoorman]

​@@jeffsanders5444bud that wouldn't explain putting your life on the line.

[@theproduct8375]

Holding his phone the whole time too. Probably not the selfless guy you wanna think he is. Why the camera? Opportunity, that's why. He made sure to get it all on camera.

[@AlexanderHL1919]

I think John has earned having his rights fully reinstated. He proved himself to be a reliable, red blooded, all American citizen.

[@MrsABC7997]

That was like watching a war zone! WTF??? Im so impressed that the police were able to be in a crossfire situation, with multiple civilians & only the perp was shot! That is only due to teamwork, training, and trust! And the man that has gotten is life back on track & helped is proof that there is a life after you make a mistake! ❤

[@Fire_Foxx_]

The fact that poor lady wasn’t hit is divine intervention or something, glad she’s ok that must have been terrifying

[@colemanmoore9871]

Yeah. There were a couple bullet holes in that car.

[@DekkarJr]

yeah at her age to be relatively unhurt from a car crash alone is nuts much less with all that gunfire and her car had taken some bullets.

[@Goldie789]

Her grandkids are probably bragging about her to their friends. She really is adorable. The cop tells her to "run," and she shuffles along. 😊

[@user-ug5fm4ct9y]

It’s okay to say it was God.

[@DekkarJr]

@@user-ug5fm4ct9y It's also okay to say that it wasn't, ya know since this was a shooting in public. I don't think God was involved in this one tbh

[@ILiquidGasI]

My favourite parts of this video: 1. Officer getting help. 2. Bystander changed his life around. 3. That lady was okay. 4. The bad guy was announced cold

[@BrandonS-lk2qc]

Agreed on all points.

[@Forgotten_performance]

You mean the lady who was sat in the car with bullet holes from the police. Yeah they could have killed her

[@burritobandit69]

Also the officers constantly yelling “he’s trying to put it in” (story of my life)

[@MultiChrisjb]

announced cold? you mean dead? or was he emotionally cold?

[@speedstick8981]

@@MultiChrisjb umm…yes

[@valeriegage401]

There's Monsters and Ex Criminals. John thank you for saving Officer Gibsons life. I'm from Houston and Met Donut in person. Because of him, he's why I have supported officers and as a 7 year Army Veteran, Johns actions would have earned him a medal but this exposure of such a Heroic and Selfless act seen by Millions, is amazing. As a Native Houstonian, I'm proud of this amazing moment in Humanity. God bless all of you.

[@murderraven7770]

I’m an ex-con, and a felon, and I support the police. Would absolutely do the same if I had to. I also support and watch all of your videos, Donut! Lol

[@GameTavern2224]

Hope you're living a good life, sir. Congrats on turning your life around

[@DigitalNeb]

I'm glad John decided to turn his life around. I also glad he's getting recognized for being a good man. I love a story of redemption. Good for you John.

[@Mxracer6y]

Good thing he thought about turning his phone on to film himself saving that officer.... Else he would be a silent hero and no one would know and we can't have that.... Wtf is the point of being a hero if no one films you doing it ?? Am I right ???

[@ChonkManGTZ]

​@@Mxracer6yhe filmed the video incase his boss didnt believe him for coming in late

[@ghostdivision836]

@@Mxracer6yNo fkoff pessimist ******

[@rambo4156]

Lol that’s a fact

[@kiwidiesel]

​@@Mxracer6ynah it's so we wouldn't get charged with shooting the officer 😂

[@nicolasdaubin7826]

that man is a perfect example of rehabilitation and not letting his past define him, respect to him and those brave officers

[@PutinIsGay]

Except he filmed it for clout. He's a douche.

[@diannau3215]

This is one of my favorite clips. Here is a felon that came across this wreck. For the felon to risk his own life dragging the officer to safety and then comforting him while they were still under gunfire. The respect he was showing for not only the wounded officer, but all of the others as well.

[@colbyhart7572]

The teamwork was amazing and i love hearing the communication between the officers being quick and efficient, they were all able to understand and direct each other to get the job done. Lastly I loved seeing Officer Perez taking the initiative on doing his part and his tactical awareness.

[@jonathonreborn2724]

I, myself, am a MULTIPLE convicted felon. Also named Jon(athon). Ive been locked up dozens of times (mostly via probation violations as a young teen) and now, my life is different. I'm now a successful, career minded, home/land owner that backs the LEO community (even though I've had multiple reasons due to terrible cops abusing their power and taking advantage of me not to support them) and love seeing this video. I too, would have done the same. I'm 1yr +/- away from getting my state rights back to own a firearm (never had a violent offense) and look forward to that day. Point is folks.... Never judge a person just due to their past. I assure you, many ex-criminals, have your 6! LEO, P.O., etc included. I was young. I did dumb shit. I learned and now have a career most would envy. That being said, all persons outside of state/federal custody DESERVE THEIR 2A RIGHTS or they don't deserve to be home! Period.

[@commonsense_2023]

Awesome job dude! Hope you have Merry Christmas!!

[@jonathonreborn2724]

@@commonsense_2023 thank you and same to you and yours!

[@TracyKimbal1973]

If you were convicted of a violent crime using a firearm.....you lose your 2nd Amendment right permanently.

[@torgejh9189]

Wishing you all the best man. Don't let the bastards grind you down 💪

[@keeper6458]

You know what Jon. I appreciate you having the bravery to speak your life decisions. It takes a lot. I am so proud of you. You keep up the good fight! Don't you EVER let anyone bring you down

[@DaymondLCoffee]

I love stories like this. As a LEO, it’s so nice to see people take advantage of the second chance they get in life to do some good.

[@NetherPortal3]

Thank you for your service!

[@robertlane3850]

Lol I was gonna write a smart ass reply but nay so I'll be honest. Doesn't surprise me. My dad used to try to cut people breaks when he could, but if you abused it or didn't take advantage of good opportunities he had no issue buying a new book since he just threw the other one.

[@Proctor488]

It took me longer than it should to get that LEO means Law Enforcement Officer 😂

[@TrollAlert-xv6qg]

Most cops are dirty but thank for your service that’s a hard job

[@Steve-sg3uz]

@@Proctor488 I know. I was asking myself what man believes in astrology when I read that. lol

[@RaphEnthusiast]

John, you’re an absolute hero. I hope both of those guys are doing great now

[@demise-xc3zs]

the older lady getting out and crying for help made me cry so bad. i was fine just watching the rest of it but that one scene made my heart break

[@Luisjusthere]

Respect to John for saving John, respect to these officers for handling this situation and permanently taking out the trash.

[@MaskedMazter]

Yo us John's got us cover

[@buddy3852]

@@MaskedMazter Shut the fuck up John, the Johns are talking

[@buddy3852]

Ay wazgud cuh shoutout my John John he do be Johnnin doe John is my Johnner, whoops I mean Johnna, didn't mean to be raciist.

[@buddy3852]

Seriously dude stop Johnninh on my johnna he do be johnnanin doe fo realzies Shoutout John

[@batman4y2k]

Word Up For Johns, I call My John, John Johnson. because John only respects his son, Johnson.....I dunno its near christmas and im drunk.

[@pinheadlarry1327]

In the modern day US it feels like every single minute there’s a criminal that’s been released that goes on to commit crime the exact same day. Huge props to John for trying (and succeeding) to make himself a better man than he was yesterday

[@BlueProphet7]

Better man than most people are on any day. That's an incredible turnaround.

[@uslph.]

The US prison system is too focused on money and not focused enough on actually reforming people.

[@evilmessiah81]

well thats exactly what the us prison system is made for. they want the criminals to commit more crimes so they can make more money out of them. otherwhise they would try ro resocialise them like they do it in civilised countrys

[@FazeParticles]

The ruling class loves criminals as long as the crimes are committed on anyone but them. That’s a fact. A sad fact.

[@niavellir7408]

@@uslph.yep

[@johnhamilton8650]

"The suspect somehow dies...oh no...anyways..." 🤣🤣 fucking classic

[@wernerheisenberg2296]

Don’t know a thing about John, other than he’s been locked up..paused when he did something FEW would. The compassion and ‘intestinal fortitude’ brought tears. Thanks John. For being a hero. And for bringing emotion out of me..long time.

[@joshuabailey5140]

This man definitely turned his life around and is an example that it can be done.. It's definitely a wild scene.

[@cagneybillingsley2165]

most criminals aren't like this. plenty of guys who have been arrested ad charged but aren't actual career criminals

[@bubbleman2002]

@@cagneybillingsley2165 Criminals don't get to choose to turn their life around. They cannot find employment, their credit is nuked when they get out, and many of their friends abandon them, possibly even their partner. The system decides what criminals do next, not criminals.

[@BasicallyBasic990]

@@cagneybillingsley2165 most likely cause they arent from certain neighborhoods or arent facing certain economic problems

[@WillF1980]

Exactly he made sure to even record it to prove how good he is. Glad he used one hand to help while he recorded with the other.

[@ImBransolo]

@@WillF1980was looking for this comment because it was something that was on my mind but after watching a couple times I think it’s a bit of both. I think dude was probably already recording when he realized oh maybe I can help

[@Sera-Marie]

12:18 - That poor elderly lady! She must have been terrified. ❤️🖖🏼

[@jerrodbraithwaite1065]

😂 the way nana said help 😂

[@BurtbrowniesL]

The way he just tapped the glass and it broke was funny

[@chrismaverick9828]

@@jerrodbraithwaite1065 I'd be surprised if she didn't have a heart attack later. Car wreck, incoming fire, attempted carjacking, more incoming fire... That's not a nice set of things to happen to an elderly person.

[@MargieM10]

​@@chrismaverick9828Very true. We had a small house for (fire not for... see? Old Lady not wearing glasses) and I had a heart attack a few hours later. Old lady hearts 🤷

[@keanteepinger2935]

​@@MargieM10 you really said so little yet so much never let em know your next move ig 🤷🏿‍♂️

[@potatoleon]

The way he said " you're okay bro." it makes me feel he's a calm man and a savior

[@JohnNewman-ev7tc]

What a good move by John. 100% mad respect for him.

[@billdunlap320]

Good video donut. To the former convict. I'm a retired State Corrections Officer. You sir have become not just a law abiding citizen again, but a role model for us all. Congratulations sir.

[@WillieTheWelder]

I completely agree with you

[@billdunlap320]

@@Warrior1_ ty

[@TheDylls]

If it was a felony though, he still can't vote. Or has that changed?

[@billdunlap320]

@TheDylls depends. Most get that right back if they pay their fines and court costs. You can actually get all your rights back. Even the right to possess a firearm. But you have to petition the court for that one.

[@odysseusrex5908]

@@TheDylls Not in Texas.

[@ruaboutasize14]

Dude saved a life that wasnt his. Immediately this makes him a hero. God bless this man.

[@j-schnab6338]

This made me a bit weepy. That guy actually wanted the best for that cop. So sweet. What a G.

[@christianfaithlift]

This is awesome. Shout out to this guy and his heroism. I've been on the job over 20 years now and still going. This is great to see people helping cops. God Bless Man!

[@haileymurphy240]

Thank you to the gentleman who helped and supported this officer. Thank YOU. 🙏🏻 -The wife of a police officer

[@MrWiggles00706]

bullshit

[@RyanBentz]

​@@MrWiggles00706 Wdym bullshit? She didn't say the wife of the police officer that got shot. She just said "a police officer."

[@_gakuran_8400]

@@MrWiggles00706 a couple of times I saw real relatives of police officers in these comments.

[@whodoesntlikesurfing]

He has Stockholm syndrome

[@NewNormalWorldOrder]

Wife of a police officer? That means there’s automatically a ~25% chance you get beat. So tell me: does he beat you?

[@SurvivingWithRasta]

Him rubbing his head and holding his hand made me tear up as a former criminal sometimes we do dumb shit it was overwhelming to see him just have love and compassion for a stranger

[@ikeschrager9903]

As a non former criminal that also brought a tear to my eye went out of his way and put himself in danger to save an officer showing that he made a change for the better and people do deserve a second chance

[@reaganmanning6166]

As a former person who made bad decisions for years but also changed to the positive side this too made me tear up. Also when the elderly lady got escorted away. Crazy all the way around

[@-Jit]

wow what a great man i’m glad he’s changing his ways to help officers in need!

[@Joseplh]

12:14 that is absolutely terrifying, the woman exiting the car, stuck in the middle of a gun fight.

[@justina7794]

Poor woman 😥 the only word she could muster was "help" she must have been absolutely terrified

[@mercetajs]

@@justina7794 imagine having front row of shooting... bullets flying over the car... probably hitting it too... i cant imagine how bad she felt there

[@Jim87_36]

It’s really no one’s fault but the suspect’s. So… blame that piece of shit

[@EliMoregon-gh8ji]

And the fact that she looks like she's at least over 70... No elderly woman should have to go through that.

[@demoncbr9981]

Who knew GTA was so accurate with the civilians

[@donkeyballs3081]

Man, he's a clumsy criminal. I can't believe how many times he tripped and fell on those cop's bullets

[@incident_confirmed]

he thought he had more than 60 hp and could have tanked those shots 💯

[@thecringeprince2040]

I’m shocked you’re not mentioning the idiotic cop who got himself shot standing right in front of the car with wanted criminals instead of behind cover.

[@codyharney2997]

​@@thecringeprince2040yea wide the fuck open. Thinking life's a game

[@dolphdangles1322]

@@thecringeprince2040 thank you for your professional analysis. I bet your undersized t shirt sticks to your gut. you can be "shocked" about that.

[@Fischbroetchen2k]

Noob forgot to pre med.

[@runikvarze6191]

Orange, blue, stripes, stars or chevrons. We all bleed red and need to look out for each other. When bullets start flying, the best of us go running in.

[@StonedDead1981]

Kind of surprised no one else got hurt, that was pretty chaotic at the start and there were several occupied vehicles. Good job officers, excellent work civilian John. Helping the officer was the easy part, turning your life around, now that deserves praise.

[@touchofgrayphotos]

As a former Prison Officer (Australia) hats off to the Gigachad ex-con. I use to see the cycle all the time, crooks come in off the street young, spend two, three, fours terms of being locked up, suddenly they're in their 40's and realised that they've spent half their life being locked up and often destroying their family life, and change their ways and often become model citizens. Sometimes some prisoners see this early and change. I've seen ex-prisoners on the outside go on to do a lot of good, which after 15 years service, I needed to restore my faith in the human race. Well done Gigachad John and speedy recovery to Officer John.

[@Notthatbrandon]

There's a cop in my county jail that did 20 years as a CO in a prison here in the states and he's the only one who treats you like a normal person. Dude told me all kind of stories, calls me bro, let's me lean over the counter to see what he's showing me on the computer. I think after reading your comment that he's made the same observations.

[@Dionaea_floridensis]

Isn't your entire nation ex-cons?

[@Iluvantir]

@@Dionaea_floridensis ... too soon, mate. lol

[@noahway13]

Yeah, I worked in jail and witnessed that.

[@SkollTheWerewolf]

@@Dionaea_floridensis Awwwhhh, is somebody upset their ancestors didn't do good in the waaaar? lmfao

[@marksmith9176]

I’m a retired lieutenant from a sheriffs office. So I’m only going to say, John thanks for being there to save John’s life. You are a hero rushing in to help and in a dangerous situation.

[@boonamai8926]

Being a sheriff in the USA must be insane, my uncle is a german cop and has never used his gun in 25 years of duty 😅

[@Callsign._Ghost]

It’s nothing but balls of steel. I don’t live in America and have never encountered any kind of situation like that but from what I’ve seen, it seems like scary shit, the fact things can go sideways in a matter of seconds

[@nexyo118]

Sad that such Situations are possible because of the stupidest Weapons Law in the World

[@marksmith9176]

@@boonamai8926 it is, i was a deputy in the worst part of our states history, we were #1 in meth production in the U.S. I just bought a German police coat with the Polizi patch and the region still on it. It’s very cool.

[@mrwoody1413]

@@boonamai8926lots of American cops never have to use their firearms.. we only see the ones that have to use them because the other interactions are boring and don’t get uploaded or they do get uploaded but since they’re “boring” they don’t get any views and therefore aren’t recommended by the algorithm..

[@ZeroFoxtrotGolf]

John is a hero, he ran towards danger to selflessly help a fellow human being rather than running away like most people. Glad he is being formally recognized for his actions. I think Governor Abbott and the State of Texas should pardon him for his past. God bless him and swift recovery to the officer.

[@IncredibleMD]

It's nice to be reminded sometimes that people can actually change.

[@georgeof78]

John paid his debt to society. All his records should be expunged. It's rare but some people really do want to change their path in life. Kudos to that man.

[@nexyo118]

Some People was able to change, other cant because they shoot dead because of the stupidest Weapon Law in Human History

[@JazzerciseJustice]

When will cops pay their debt to society

[@dorneets]

​@@JazzerciseJusticewhen they arrest your stupid ass

[@LooperEpic]

@@JazzerciseJusticeyou first lil bro

[@bigvideoenergy]

​@@JazzerciseJustice well if you had a job and paid your own debt to society. You wouldnt worry about that

[@Munditochulo]

John just made me tear up good to know there is still hope for us ex cons .I myself did time in prison but it’s been nearly 26 years since I’ve seen the inside of a prison cell .John my hats off 2 you and may this officer recover quickly .

[@llamasugar5478]

Our oldest is 4 months into parole. He was incarcerated at 17 and just turned 29. He is now in a pretty high-stakes game of Adulting 101. Two months in, he was considering asking for his parole to be revoked because he was under so much strain. We encouraged him to hang in and give himself a chance. His boss is an ex-con who makes a point of hiring other ex-cons, and he gave our son the same encouragement. If you’ve been _out_ 26 years, you’re crushing it!

[@Munditochulo]

@@llamasugar5478 yes that is the best thing you can do is encourage him but at the end he has to stand or fall as I’m sure you guys know but he must realize that parole means do not do anything that has to do with the streets or bad company .Parole violations can really mess you up badly but as I always said this place (prison)Is not rehabilitating at all it only makes you go crazier .Perhaps maybe guide him to read the Bible and pray …When I was in prison I caught another case I was looking at almost 10 yrs and I only had 120 days to be released . In ad segregation I was possessed yes by a very strong demon upon calling for our maker within minutes it was gone .He truly lives and with him anything is past beyond possible .blessings and god be with you all !

[@loueelouuu]

Just based off that zesty ass profile picture I can tell they was taking yo booty in jail Or were you just giving it up ..? 🤔🤔

[@nexyo118]

Why in this stupid Country a 19yo have a Gun and is able to get in this Situation? How is it fkn possible for a 19yo to get a Gun ... USA is rly one of the worst Countrys in the World, this stupid Weapon Law kills s many People. And yes, Weapons ARE the Problem, if this People dont have Weapons they never come in this Situation, easy like that, works in neraly whole World but USA think they knows it better and have Houndreds or Thousands of Deads every year that could be prevented by Weapon Laws. Civilists should NOT have Weapons!!!

[@TheWetMinority]

Brother just because you were incarcerated doesn’t make you a criminal, I too have been in a cell and I’d like to thank you for righting your wrongs and moving forward as the best person you can be. Kudos my brotha

[@Tannumon]

Dude you are helping change my perspective about LEOs. All this guys are incredibly heroic...

[@Mrs.Pritchard]

Video gave chills - thankful for people like John saving the officer; and amazing work to the rest of the officers. So glad to hear the officer will make a recovery!

[@KK-bm4mf]

Ooh that poor grandma broke my heart, im so glad she ls okay. These idiots dont realize or care about the lives that they put at risk and it truly sickens me

[@thegrim418]

Made my blood boil. Makes me think about if it were my grandmother in that situation.

[@ReformedSooner24]

Thats the culture of the 13% for ya

[@dnache7553]

People can change if they choose to! This former convict did a great thing because he chose to change his behavior and attitude. Sir, I applaud you and thank you for your change! Keep up the great work!

[@WillF1980]

The fact he used one hand not two to help and recorded his "good deed" means nothing right he did it for clout to be cool. If he truly cared he would have not been recording and "helping" he's a POs

[@ricobrack1304]

​@@WillF1980 He was recording before he helped, documenting the situation. It would have taken more time to stop recording but whatever you want man pop off. Oh and no need to start throwing insults because you wouldn't have had the balls to do what he did its ok many people wouldn't.

[@Charizardlover_0707]

@@ricobrack1304 ok look, I'm with ya on the recording thing starting before the whole situation went bad but really? pushing the power button and sliding your phone in your pocket would've taken longer than using 1 arm to drag a guy with a weighted vest instead of 2? Yes, he was very brave and I agree that calling him a POS is too far when there are way worse things you can do to get called one but claiming that stopping a video takes too long is just a fallacy. He didn't even have to put it back in his pocket. In fact, if we're talking efficiency, just drop the phone!

[@user-bt8xr5si9y]

@@Charizardlover_0707Either way it worked out. Dude is obviously ripped so enough to help out. Maybe he didn't think about putting his phone away, maybe he kept recording to have this incident on video but whatever the reason it doesn't matter as he helped save an officers live and it didn't look like he struggled doing it thus it doesn't matter.

[@Charizardlover_0707]

@@user-bt8xr5si9y fair enough. Also I agree. Regardless of him recording or not he's still a hero for putting himself in danger to save that cop's life

[@ShadowRosea]

Most criminals aren’t bad people but instead good people under bad circumstances

[@johnc27]

and the suspects family was outraged and said he was a good person and would never hurt anyone lol

[@JasonLLewis01]

this country needs more men like both of those johns. willing to risk your life for others. glad to see someone who actually made a change for the better and in doing so took a huge risk going no armor into a shooting situation to save someone he didnt know.

[@the88thdarcstar]

Just when I was about to give up hope on the US, this guy goes and pulls it back to life

[@ManDuderGuy]

Feels good man

[@socrateskin4231]

MERICA !

[@clydecraft5642]

If you take out the top 5 gun violence cities the WHOLE OF AMERICA is in the bottom 20% of the world on gun violence. This shit is happening in areas where its easier to kill someone you dont know for some of their stuff than just keep being an honest person.

[@voodooreptiles3553]

What? Never give up!

[@TheMangoAnglo_onTwitter]

Was he filming it ? Or someone else? If he was filming it that is kind of weird to me.

[@ghettosled1976]

It’s crazy to think how many people there are out there right now prepared to do this sort of thing at any moment. And how many politicians want to protect and enable them.

[@TheWetMinority]

Man big shoutout to all the people in this world who don’t wanna see each other burn and instead help each other no matter their opinions or feelings

[@Jack69_420]

The officers screams were heart breaking 😢😢

[@markoman5267]

They were...but for some reason we're not allowed to hear the actual gunshots??

[@agentgamingchannel.]

@@markoman5267its youtube, they cant stand hearing gunshots

[@DonutVIP]

​@@markoman5267youtube being ❄ can get demonitize just for having gun shot

[@atashgallagher5139]

Those sounded like the screams of a man who was probably just shot in the femur.

[@mercetajs]

it just shows its not like movies... that it doesnt hurt

[@user-sx1fg7lc3c]

God damn that old lady in the other car must have been terrified... a terrible accident, bullets flying thu her car, dirtbags trying to get into her car.... i hope shes ok ❤

[@tylerriles3124]

im kinda impressed she had the courage and strength to get out and move after all that. i know a lot of people who would have locked up in fear and not acted at all

[@Randomnessisnear]

Did the suspect take the driver out of the vehicle with the old lady? If not I hope the driver of her car is alright unless she was the one driving and moved to passenger then I'm glad it looked like she didn't suffer serious injuries

[@--_DJ_--]

@@Randomnessisnear I think she moved over and got out the passenger side, I don't remember seeing another person get out of that car on the raw video of this. She might not have physical injuries, but I bet that situation does a number on your mental health.

[@StevenMeti]

@@Randomnessisnear According to Donut, the only people who got shot were officer Gibson and the suspect.

[@Imugi007]

​@@--_DJ_--she was shot. Non life threatening though. I think she took shrapnel from a round if I remember correctly. She was definitely hit by something. Brave woman.

[@MapleclawGD]

This was a crazy fucking scene, glad nobody else got hurt

[@devonwadleigh3693]

Hey Donut, I'm a huge fan of your content and just wanted to ask if you could link to any news articles with these situations too. I love watching the body cam footage but I also love reading about them too!

[@user-sx1fg7lc3c]

Thats a man who actually wanted to change his life. He didnt give up, he changed. Good for him. Running into danger to help a stranger is bad ass thing to do.

[@devildogsmom1]

I can't imagine the pain of that injury. You can hear it in the officer's voice. Wishing a speedy recovery and a big thank you for your service!

[@suprtroopr1028]

As someone who had a tib/fib fracture from falling off a rail car, leg injuries are a curse from god when it comes to pain...

[@tylermallory2504]

not to mention a tourniquet properly applied that high on the thigh is extremely painfully too

[@thecringeprince2040]

If he hadn’t ran out of cover he wouldn’t have been shot.

[@ckay8145]

@@suprtroopr1028 I dont think a tib/fib fracture feels the same as a bullet to the thigh

[@sa-amirel-hayeed699]

​@@thecringeprince2040okay keyboard warrior prince. It's almost as if there were about 200 civilians behind them and they needed to move fast. Cops aren't playing call of duty with wall hacks.

[@JOkERBIDEN]

That interaction Between John and the Officer gave me ‘soul tingles’ 🙂

[@TheMikeFlood]

Dude, John’s Jujutsu Kaizen hoodie is the mf cherry on top of all his heroism 🤘Kudos man, it’s not often we get an opportunity to do things like that, and most probably wouldn’t when out in his position. Love to see it

[@therookiedrummer1076]

It's incredible how people can change like this, kudos to the guy for sticking around.

[@owenskalvalki3057]

I heard about this story when it happened. This story is proof that people can change and restored my faith in humanity for a while.

[@Blackobluna]

For a while, good qualification

[@jackstailers3248]

Agreed

[@azureavocado5195]

It’s still Houston Texas. We have an area aptly named “Gunspoint”. Adjust your optimism accordingly.

[@dirtyfiendswithneedles3111]

Yeah, guy probably just had to change who the check was being wrote to.

[@dirtyfiendswithneedles3111]

Gets most people who are in trouble out of said situations. Trust me, that’s all they care about is money, egos, and the last time someone glimpsed their centimeter Peter in high school. Anyone can be a criminal in today’s climate. All, they gotta do is catch you slipping and poor.

[@tylerlewis2933]

Thank you donut I’ve been asking for thisss ❤️😘

[@rush5266]

May the lord bless this man,and make sure he has a good life! That was an act of heroism!

[@Bobby_TX-210]

John is a straight up HERO!!!! not only that but he has shown the world that not all guys that are ex cons are bad people. Some of us actually do reintegrate back into society and become normal law abiding citizens willing to put our own lives on the line to help save a downed officer.

[@spinekingjrgensen5779]

I can’t blame ex-cons for having an extremely hard time reintegrating. Society let them down from birth and has trodden upon them again and again. That pain never justifies violent crime and endangering others, but it sure as hell explains why people snap.

[@scarletamazon3455]

@@spinekingjrgensen5779 Since I just saw you also blame society in another comment, I have to ask... what about the criminals who are born with every advantage in the world, the wealthy, healthy, successful people with families who loved them, who commit horrific crimes? There are plenty of those, heck, some of them run whole countries. Or murder their families because they'd rather end their spouses life than share their incredibly wealth? Did society fail those monsters too? Are they also helpless victims of society?

[@StrikeReyhi]

@@scarletamazon3455 the idea that no one can do wrong unless they are wronged first is so stupid.

[@llamasugar5478]

It’s a refreshing change from all the ACAB rubbish out there!

[@spinekingjrgensen5779]

@@scarletamazon3455 They run it, you said it yourself. How are we supposed to deal with corrupt government and organized crime when the streets are littered with murder? To be honest, answering a question with a question is a bit of bad sport. No, society does not fail the wealthy and the corrupt, they are the ones with direct influence, who then shape it. Nobody can honestly work their way to the top. Every billionaire has been born into what is generations of accumulated wealth and power, their grandfather might’ve sought opportunity in the new world, but today, the wealthy, and I do not mean entrepreneurs or millionaires, but the ultra rich, engineer a society in which the average American citizen is economic cattle. Everything profits the state. Criminals as well, since prisons are designed to profit off of yearly incarceration and length of confinement. That is what your tax goes to.

[@maxgoose707]

I think calling that former convict a gigachad is an understatement. He really did turn his life around

[@TheDarkspaces]

Donut says "Oh no, anyways" reminds me of the old top gear when James May would say something bad about the Dacia Sandero and Jeremy Clarkson would be like "Oh no, anyways moving on" lol

[@mnguy98]

Before even watching this video, I remember seeing this in an episode of On Patrol Live a few weeks ago, and was just absolutely floored by the guy's actions. He is absolutely 100% a hero here.

[@HeisenbergFam]

The guy is perfect example second chances can do miracles for some people

[@stubstunner]

Damn dude. Stop stealing my watch history.

[@butchs2337]

yes when looking at 25 years behind bars, it does have a way of changing some people

[@isoid]

how are you everywhere

[@floydlooney6837]

literally everywhere

[@cagneybillingsley2165]

criminal doesn't mean much in today's society when not wearing a mask could be a crime

[@progc8198]

Proof that people can and do change. Great that he not only turned his live around but also courageously saved that cops live. Wish him the best

[@americancrow3004]

The leo that yelled “ cease fire” waited his whole life to say that.

[@patrickbyrnes6499]

“My name is John, too” man… that’s incredible.

[@user-cl5zy5qn5d]

If that shi** don’t put a tear in your eye you do not have a heart. This guy is an amazing soul to help this officer while they were all under fire.

[@Allazander]

I love Donut, ton's of truly heartwarming content delivered with care. Glad that guy straightened his life out and changed directions, also glad he was there to lend a hand to an officer in need. He deserves recognition for his selfless act and his constant stream of encouragement to the downed officer. When injured, having someone talking to you and showing they care about you can make a world of difference in your ability to deal with the pain and survive. This was a motivational video!

[@briant7265]

So true. Plus, his action allowed the other officer to focus on first aid, and also freed another officer to stay with the bigger situation.

[@reaganmanning6166]

Wild situation! The wreck was crazy enough but the cop getting dragged to safety by the civy and comforted to keep from going into shock was amazing, a true boss!!! Also Im glad there was no crossfire and the lady was ok! Wonderful and professional job officers! I'm also happy this epitome of a menace to society won't be able to hurt anyone anymore!

[@treatyourself495]

Crazy, imagine hearing that man saying “you’re gonna be okay” over the radio but not being there

[@Adam-nv9zo]

You're the man, John!!! Talking to someone who is injured can make all the difference in the world to their outcome. Great work, brother.

[@commentingisdangerous7530]

been a while since i have seen a citizen be that heroic, seeing that got me all emotional. thank goodness the police officer ended up okay.

[@chaosgaming3297]

Those officers are like a dad talking to his son "DONT PUT IT IN!" XD

[@rl3722]

Someone somewhere will try to sue the cops and say he was such a good boy

[@keeper6458]

Right???

[@Jim87_36]

I think they already tried.

[@TravisGoins-ss7lx]

​@@Jim87_36is the bastard behind bars still

[@johnsegal445]

While showing his 6th portrait

[@chiapets2594]

But he really was the real criminals are the one filming with body cams and body armor and screaming like lunatics while getting 100 plus civies in the crossfire over a tiny thing

[@costlygold]

“The suspect somehow died! Oh no!!” 🤣🤣 you kill me, Donut! 🍩😮🫢🤪

[@DJ-Subwolfer]

"My names john too” The start of a true friendship.

[@robertbriones4485]

Thank you for your service

[@TRADITIONALwife84]

Thank you officers. ❤ and good people.

[@4RILDIGITAL]

This is the real face of law enforcement that needs to be showcased. Kudos to John and all the brave officers involved.

[@jakekoehler1]

Glad to see there are still some good people left in humanity

[@calebf2462]

And some bad ones leaving it.

[@WillF1980]

That are willing to RECORD with one hand and help with one. At least he used ONE hand to help.

[@rollotomassi6232]

There are more good than bad, it's just that bad sells in the Media, so bad is what the media gives us.

[@babyjane87]

@@WillF1980 why bother commenting on every comment just to shit on someone for doing something good? Who the hell cares that he was recording??

[@davidgoodnow269]

That was pretty intense as a f'd up situation. Good video for training.

[@Rattletrap-xs8il]

The effing quacking is spectacular