Long Beach police host Coffee with a Cop

By Desirae Duncan, WLOX
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Long Beach police host Coffee with a CopLong Beach police officers spent the morning chatting with the community over a cup of joe.

People came out Friday to Bankhouse Coffee for the department’s “Coffee with a Cop” event.

It was an opportunity for people to talk with law enforcement officers about any concerns and ask questions. Those who came out said the event also gives them a chance to show their support for law enforcement.

“They do a good job, and the guys have got a dangerous job, and I really appreciate them. I think they do it good, all cops everywhere,” said resident Glen Craft.

“I just came out to support the Long Beach Police Department. They do amazing things for our community. They’re always there for our schools, so there was no way I wasn’t going to support them,” said Long Beach principal Talia Locke.

Officers also offered some valuable advice for the holiday season.

“It’s a good opportunity for us to get out messages that we want, like lock your car doors, especially during the holiday season. There’ll be a lot of people looking to break into cars, even houses. Just keep everything secure and locked up. This is a good environment for us to get that message out to the citizens,” said Patrick Craig with the Long Beach Police Department.

The Long Beach Chamber of Commerce organized Friday’s event.