According to some, they're all justified. But that's of course ridiculous.

* I'd wager that a good fraction of the justified ones ought not be. It's too difficult to prosecute bad actors here. * I'd also say that a good fraction of the justified ones weren't strictly necessary. Better tactics and technology could make an impact on this.

>They have an inherently dangerous profession.

True, but the danger is often overstated, and there are a couple of ways to cut their risk of harm. ex: Requiring the wearing of seat belts would dramatically cut their risk.

>but the risk is much lower than, say, black shootings.

I also doubt whether that's the case. Got a source?