By Police1 Staff
From small gestures of kindness to incredible acts of heroism, police officers help their communities every day. The Up-Beat aims to bring greater attention to these positive stories at a time when we could all use some good news.
Check out our latest roundup of inspiring stories from around the country. Got an uplifting story to share? Email editor@policeone.com.
1. 6-year-old fist-bumps LEO at protests
https://www.facebook.com/je.wesley.3/videos/3295058817223198/?t=0
A young boy shared a touching moment with a group of officers working a protest. He later acknowledged that he wants to be a cop when he grows up. FULL STORY
2. Cops buy bedding, food for mother of 6 who fled abusive spouse
A struggling mother of six was aided by a pair of police officers in Dallas who came upon her barren apartment.
“She [the mother] literally was washing styrofoam plates,” Officer Reneeshia McIntyre told CBS 11. “I immediately said [to her partner], ‘We’re coming back aren’t we? We were going to take care of it.’” FULL STORY
3. Video: Sheriff’s office helicopter rescues firefighters from wildfire
https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=806241483502810&t=374
Police came to the aid of two firefighters battling one of the many blazes that have raged through Northern California over the past several weeks. FULL STORY
4. Sheriff and world-champion martial artist team up to stop bullying
Starting next month, deputies will read to students online as part of an initiative to stop bullying in schools. FULL STORY
5. Cop calms 9-year-old by bonding over Pokémon
https://www.facebook.com/BakersfieldPolice/posts/3055827281206864
A touching moment between an officer and a young boy ended with the child giving the LEO a good luck charm for protection. FULL STORY
Police1 is always looking for more stories about cops doing good in their communities. If you have positive news you’d like us to highlight, please share it with us at editor@policeone.com.