Police are overwhelmed by the amount of work they face, even though they are one of the few groups who can eliminate threats. Academics tend to frequent USENIX conferences where they will be talking about the latest security protocol. Policemen enforce the law. They like to talk about who they have “busted” They often assume duties for which they are not prepared. Policemen struggle to understand technology because they usually come from traditional police backgrounds, and their workload ensures no free time to tinker.”]
Source: https://taosecurity.blogspot.com/2006/07/how-do-you-fit-into-security-community.html