They were completely acting on their training. Police in Australia, UK, and Europe are taught: 1. Ideology über alles, thus if you see a muzzy or pedophile, protect him 2. Jewish people, Christians, and anyone to the right of Mao are evil, thus if you see them being harmed let it happen 3. Thought crime is a more serious concern than petty crimes such as murder, rape, and robbery. Ignore the petty crimes and keep watch for mean words