Melvindale police team up with Santa for holiday cheer – and honor their fallen officer in the process
In one city in southern Wayne County, innocent bystanders were stopped while having a good time. Instead of a ticket, though, they were greeted with cash and gift cards. For one community, the celebration honors one of their own and extends beyond simply enjoying the season.
(FOX 2) MELVINDALE, MIOne Melvindale guy became concerned when he saw the police cruiser’s flashing red and blue lights on Friday afternoon.
However, his concern was replaced with delight when a cheerful bearded man dressed in red and white appeared with the officers.
“I thought, ‘Damn, what do I do?’ after seeing all the cars. However, he stated, “I thought we were good when he came out.”
In the week leading up to Christmas, he was not the only Wayne County citizen to receive a good surprise. But their shared joy extends beyond seasonal customs, as is the case with all close-knit groups.
The blue ribbon commemorating the death of Melvindale police officer Mohamed Said was still on display at the residence of another woman who received a police visit.
“During my illness, he always came in everyday and said how you doing, hope you re feeling alright’ and when I stopped working, he still checked on me to make sure that I was doing okay,” she recalled. “So miss him a lot.”
This year, Said passed away.
The police department aimed to keep commemorating his life since he was liked by the city and respected by both those who knew him and those who did not.
There aren’t many people like Mohammed Said. Robert Kennaly, the police chief, remarked, “He put his heart and soul into this community.” “I got you was his favorite quote, and we’re telling him that right now. We have you.
A holiday toy drive, which enabled him to give back to the community, is one of the relics of his legacy.
Santa and the local police department joined together to continue spreading joy in support of his work.
“That’s what it’s about this time of year, giving back to the community, giving back to the people, letting them know that we’re not just enforcers, we are the supporters,” added the chief.
In July, Melvindale Officer Mohamed Said was slain while performing his duties. The Melvindale Police Department continued a family tradition by taking Said’s 7-year-old brother to school on his first day of third grade, even though his family is still in shock.
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