John T wrote:
Sam Spade wrote:

This crew was supposed to be highly-trained, experienced
professionals. The gross errors they made were inexcusable.


I agree. I also suggest this exercise isn't about finding excuses.

I hope no one is trying to find excuses.

in·ex·cus·a·ble adjective
unpardonable: impossible to pardon or justify

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