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BWC: Texas cops help young man prepare for first job interview

Video shows the man asking Stafford Police officers to help him tie his tie; one of the officers was able to teach him and even to practice with him

STAFFORD, Texas — Stafford Police shared body camera footage showing the moment an officer helped a man get ready for a big interview, KIAH reported.

The video shows a young man approaching officers with a loose tie.

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“I was just asking if you could tie my tie for me? I was kind of in a rush.”

While some of the younger officers attempted to help, it was Police Probationary Officer (PPO) Florian, described by the department as having “a bit more life experience,” who stepped in and showed the young man how to properly tie the tie, even practicing with him to ensure he got it right.

The man later told officers he was on his way to his first job interview and wanted to make a good impression.

The department said the interaction is a reminder of the importance of community connection in policing, sometimes starting with the smallest gestures.

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Joanna Putman is an Associate Editor and newswriter at Police1, where she has been covering law enforcement topics since August 2023. Based in Orlando, Florida, she holds a journalism degree from the University of Florida and spent two years working in nonprofit local newsrooms, gaining experience in community-focused reporting. Married to a law enforcement officer, she works hard to highlight the challenges and triumphs of those who serve and protect. Have a news tip? Email her at news@lexipol.com