In the most recent installment of Coffee with a Cop, the Waxahachie Police Department promoted a new program that better assists individuals with disabilities and who may need extra help communicating in an emergency situation.
Thirty residents gathered around tables for two hours as the officers roamed around the room, warmly and attentively greeting each person and bringing them coffee and doughnuts from a side kitchen. Each cup was served in souvenir New Haven Police Department mugs.
The Lima and Elida Police Departments, as well as the Marion Township Police Department, were out at the West St. McDonald’s sharing coffee and some conversation with the people in the area. Lt. Andy Green says more often than not, people interact with police officers in passing or while they are on the job, and this gives them a chance to actually get to know the people patrolling in their neighborhood.
This week, Thursday Island Police launched ‘Coffee with a Cop’ at Ma:Kai Café on the waterfront. ‘Coffee with a Cop’ is as simple as it sounds: come along and share a coffee and a chat.
“I think its very important for us to get out and be involved in the community so that people know who the faces are behind the badges, or the law enforcement that are out here tying to provide them a safe environment” said Sgt. Matt Ames, Indiana State Police Public Information Officer.
Officers heard concerns from the people they serve and protect. There were also moments of appreciation for their hard work.
Capt. Joseph Trumbetti said that he likes the fact that Coffee with a Cop gives residents a chance to ask the police questions and get advice and updates on issues, such as road repairs and home and vehicle security.
There was a heavy police presence at the Bojangles on Highway 21 Saturday morning, but it was for a good purpose. Port Wentworth Police held the department’s first ever Coffee with a Cop.
June 7th marks National Donut Day! To celebrate, Sugar Twist Bakery’s Brimhall road location hosted a day full of activities, beginning with ‘Coffee with a Cop,’ where officers of the Bakersfield Police Department spent the morning with donut lovers and small children.
The Port Wentworth Police Department held their first ever Coffee with a Cop event Saturday.
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