05/31/2026
Every day, our officers answer calls for service not knowing what they'll encounter. Sometimes, a simple act of kindness during someone's worst day can make all the difference. We recently received the following message from a family we had the privilege of helping:
“I wanted to share this photo from yesterday because it perfectly captures the kindness we experienced during one of the most stressful days our family has ever had.
Yesterday, on our way to Indiana, our van threw a rod and then caught fire on the side of the highway. Needless to say, this was not how we expected our trip to go.
We were stranded, overwhelmed, and trying to figure out what to do next when officers from the Warrenton Police Department showed up.
From the moment they arrived, they treated our family with kindness and compassion. They made sure we were safe, helped calm everyone’s nerves, and even gave us rides to a hotel when we had no transportation and no plan.
And because my son is my son, he somehow convinced the officers to let him put the handcuffs on. At one point, they opened the door and he stepped out acting like he had just been arrested. 😅 In the middle of what could have been a scary and traumatic day, they gave him something to laugh about and a memory he’ll probably be telling for years. He already sent the picture to all his friends 😂
To the officers who helped our family: thank you. Thank you for your kindness, your professionalism, and for going above and beyond to help complete strangers. When everything felt like it was falling apart, you stepped in and helped us get through it.
We will never forget your help, and we are so grateful for everything you did for our family. ❤️”
We’re grateful to this family for allowing us to share their story. Helping people through difficult moments is what this job is all about. Whether it’s an emergency, a crisis, or simply lending a helping hand when someone needs it most, we’re always happy to help and proud to serve our community and those who pass through.
