Tens of thousands of Police Officers walk their beat every day with a purpose for good. They encounter the darkest of life's situations, witness countless acts of evil, and endure the ever present reality of danger and death. They combat it with a declaration for good, a purpose to change the darkness and make a difference in our world.
Below are images and video from across the web, and even from the Blue Line Life family, of our Officers in a positive light, doing what they do best. I am happy to say that as I searched the internet for positive articles, images, and videos...I found tons of great stories! It literally has taken me weeks to look through all the positive content. I can guarantee there will be a version 2.0 of this post because there is so much more to share!
Enjoy the photos and videos, remember that protecting and changing communities for the better is the main heart of Law Enforcement, and if you like this post (and others you see on the web) SHARE IT! Don't forget to hashtag your social media posts with #goodcops #goodcopstories #stopthehate #copsdoinggood so that the positive image of Law Enforcement can begin trending! Get the voice of the good cops out there and let's begin changing what trends across the internet to include the amazing, positive, honorable work our Officers do daily!
Inspiring Images and Stories of Police Officers
Around The Country.
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| Photo: William Farrington |
Officer Ramos (NYPD) saw a homeless man sitting in 28-degree weather with no boots and a white t-shirt. He decided to give him his sweatshirt by removing it from under his coat.
The homeless man was interviewed and he said: "He gave it to me. He said 'don't worry about it.' I felt good about having it." Source: nypost.com
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| From a Blue Line Life Fan |
Sent in from a Blue Line Life fan. "We love our police officers here in Baltimore, MD!!"
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Police Officer Pulls Man Over For Speeding... Ends Up Saving His Life
Dashcam footage of Officer Harrington performing live saving CPR
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From the Montgomery County Police Department
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Our Officers are Dads and Moms with big hearts! Deputy Mike Platt, Trumbull County Ohio, walking with his daughter from the bus stop.
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| Photo credit: New York Daily News |
Charles Ziglar, a Winston-Salem police officer, stopped to help a woman and child in the pouring rain and his kind action was noticed on social media after a colleague took his photo. A great example of the kindness Law Enforcement Officers display daily!
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Off-Duty Cop Rescues Unconscious Driver From Flames
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| From a Blue Line Life Fan |
Michigan State Police Officer with his very proud nephew and a touching photo of his father pinning his badge upon graduation. Family support at its finest!
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An awesome video of 12 acts of kindness from Police Officers!
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Two sisters from Edmond, OK, ages 9 and 11, were unable to sleep at night because of their fear of crime in their neighborhood. No matter how their mother tried to reassure them, including nightly safety checks around their home, the girls were still overcome with worry.
Upon hearing of the girl's distress from his wife, Lt. Paul Barbour decided to do his part to set their minds at ease. Working the night shift, Lt. Barbour took time to hand write a note of reassurance to the two sisters. He taped the note to their front door. He later learned that his note had done the trick and the girls are now able to sleep with the lights off!
“I felt a lot more safe and secure knowing that someone is watching after us.” Source: kfor.com
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| Photo Right: Leo Howard Lubow |
The Police have soft spots for animals too!
Baltimore Police Officer Jon Boyer often rescues stray cats and dogs and brings them to the shelter. The 26-year-old cop considers the rescues as just a part of the job, but when he agreed to pose for a photo with a kitten he brought in last May, he became an internet sensation.
His fellow officers now call him the "cat man" in good fun. "I used to hang posters in my room of cats, because I loved them," he said. "My parents always wondered why I didn't like dogs. I love dogs, but cats are kinda my thing." Boyer says he is happy knowing that this media attention will help more stray animals find loving homes. Source: sunnyskyz.com, today.com
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| From a Blue Line Life Fan |
"This is a picture of Trooper Haddad (Michigan State Police). He visited a school to talk to children about Police, their uniforms, and what they do on the job. The kids loved him and gave hugs all around!
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Officer Pulls Woman From Train Tracks
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13-year-old Cameron Simmons called the police because he was upset after fighting with his mom. Cameron told police he didn't want to live in the house with his family anymore. Officer Gaetano Acerra responded to the call.
"I said, 'You have it good, you have a roof over your head,'" said Acerra. "I told him I would try to help him out."
But when he arrived, he noticed the boy didn't even have a real bed. He was sleeping on an inflatable mattress. In fact, Cameron didn't have nearly anything he needed for a bedroom.
"My heart went out for him," said Acerra. "I thought the little things that he needed I could give him, to make him a happier kid."
A few weeks after the call, Acerra showed up at Simmon's house with a truck full of gifts including a new bed, television, desk and Wii game system.
"I didn't do this for publicity or to get people to notice me," Acerra said. "I did it because I could. It was the right thing to do and I think people should do things like this."
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| From a Blue Line Life Fan |
Sent to us from a proud LE Daughter and Medic.
"Officer Yunger of Loveland Police Department! He's my daddy and my hero."
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Detective Changes the Lives of Two Young Boys
Pittsburgh detective Jack Mook is a hard-nosed, 22-year veteran of the force who lived a happy life of a bachelor — until he met two kids that changed everything. This is above and beyond!
Source and video credit: cbsnews.com
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| From a Blue Line Life Fan |
A small town LEO bringing some smiles and showing the love to the community he serves and protects. Proof Officers have great big hearts!
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Officer Saves Stunned Deer
Huron County Sheriffs Deputy Ryan Swartz comes across a stunned deer at car-deer accident scene. The deer is frozen in fear and standing in the middle of the road. Deputy Swartz fails to shoo it off the road and finally takes the time to carry the deer to safety.
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| From a Blue Line Life Fan |
Trooper Jordan of Mount Pleasant Post, Michigan visiting with the preschoolers, answering questions and talking about safety.
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| Photo credit: Jennifer Foster |
On a cold November night in Times Square, Officer Lawrence DePrimo was working a counter terrorism post when he encountered an older, barefooted homeless man.
The officer, normally assigned to the Sixth Precinct in the West Village, readily recalled the encounter. “It was freezing out and you could see the blisters on the man’s feet,” he said in an interview. “I had two pairs of socks and I was still cold.” They started talking; he found out the man’s shoe size: 12. The officer disappeared for a moment, then returned with a new pair of boots, and knelt to help the man put them on.
A wonderful example of the care and service our Officers provide.
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| From a Blue Line Life Fan |
Officer Pate with Whiteville Police Department is all smiles as he works his beat! Credited as a dedicated, honorable Officer, his fiance sent us this photo as a loving tribute!
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Cop Challenges Street Youth to Dance-Off
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Cop Challenges Street Youth to Dance-Off
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The victim, in his 80's, was very upset about the home violation. Officer Brandon Evans was there to comfort the man, even helping vacuum up the broken window glass. Before the Officers left, Evans noticed the man trying to saw a piece of plywood to cover the open window. Evans stepped in to help, cutting the plywood and boarding up the open window. "When I asked Officer Evans what he was thinking, he said he could only think about his father and how he needed to do everything he could to bring dignity and respect back to this elderly man," said Police spokesman Sgt. Christopher Cook. The Arlington Police Department posted the photo to their Facebook page, drawing in over 4,000 likes in just one day. A small act of kindness goes a long way. Source: Arlington Police Department Facebook, sunnyskyz.com
Trooper Dalton getting ready to deliver 7500 energy drinks to the LEO's working the search for the PA Police shooting suspect in NE Pennsylvania.
Drowning girl saved by Boston Officer Ed Norton, who dived in to rescue her.
This photo was sent to us by the proud wife of this Chartiers Twp Police Officer, celebrating 20 years on the job. Not only are many Police Officers dedicated public servants, they are moms and dads, spouses, family members, and heroes! There is a heart and a family behind every badge. Congratulations on 20 years of service, sir!
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Source:D.N.E.
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"This is Officer Marlowe with my APBT, Tess. Officer Marlowe was respectful and kind, and when I asked him to take a photo with my dog, he was all for it. Definitely a great LEO out on the beat!"J.R.
Fort Myers, Florida, Police Officer Gil Benitez has been praised as a
hero after his kind deed was captured on a dashcam when he rescued a
wheelchair-bound man stranded in the open during a thunderstorm on
Thursday, August 14th.
A Jacksonville Sheriff’s Officer responded to a burglary call to find
a mother devastated because her son’s birthday presents were stolen
from her car. Purchased with their tax refund, she had no money to
replace the gifts.
Officer Derek Pratico wrote up the police report but before moving on to the next case he showed us all what community service looks like.
The next day he went to the store and purchased with his own money a toy police car, a birthday cake and card, and a Spiderman backpack. He brought it to the boy and also handed his mother a $100 gift card to “help her get back on her feet”. Pratico said, “I did not do this for any recognition, I just felt it was the right thing to do at that moment.” Source: goodnewsnetwork.org
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Officer Rescues Wheelchair-Bound Man From Rain Storm
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Officer Derek Pratico wrote up the police report but before moving on to the next case he showed us all what community service looks like.
The next day he went to the store and purchased with his own money a toy police car, a birthday cake and card, and a Spiderman backpack. He brought it to the boy and also handed his mother a $100 gift card to “help her get back on her feet”. Pratico said, “I did not do this for any recognition, I just felt it was the right thing to do at that moment.” Source: goodnewsnetwork.org
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| This little person couldn't have said it better! |
The Police are our lifeline to a safe world. They are the reason we sleep safe at night, the reason the public has no idea what kind of evil is out there. Even if no one chose to recognize them, they would keep making a difference. It's not what they do when people are looking that makes them heroes, it's the fact that they change the world when the majority of us never pay attention, and they don't need our recognition for a reason to do it. They do a job that few are born to do. They are set apart to be the line between evil, to stand against what others fear. Police Officers are good with honorable hearts, protector spirits, and a passion to make a difference. To the Officers out there...Thank you for saving our world!