By Police1 Staff
For the month of August, we take a look back at five videos that highlight just how vital a role police officers fill in their communities. From a traffic stop turned race against time in Michigan to a battle through severe weather in Florida, these five videos capture police connecting with and protecting the people they serve. Check them out and let us know what made your list.
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 | Mich. cop’s traffic stop becomes race against time A police officer’s quick reaction time likely saved the life of a driver shortly after she was stopped for a red light violation. |
 | Rookie Mo. cop squares off with kids in dance battle Officer J. Krebs — a lover of dance — jumped into the competition after his partner challenged him to it as the pair drove by the children. |
 | Fla. cop pushes disabled man to safety from storm Within seconds of the officer arriving to help the man, lightning struck near the two. |
 | Texas cop rescues autistic child from busy road A North Texas mother is calling a police officer a hero after he saved her son from a dangerous situation. |
 | Md. trooper saves suicidal man seconds before jump Trooper arrived just in time to grab the man as he attempted to leap off the Millard E. Tydings Memorial Bridge. |