A video of an officer's moment of compassion for a man sitting alone in a parked car has been shared online. The clip recorded how the officer, along with his colleagues, listened to a man who needed psychological support.
The Macomb County Sheriff's Office posted this video several months ago. It is currently being reshared by others on various social media platforms. The station began its post by quoting novelist Anne Hood: “I've learned that a firm, strong hug is more powerful than 1,000 meaningful words.”
The department said Deputy Thorne and Deputy Palicek were called to a vehicle parked on the side of the road. The caller was concerned that the driver had passed out. Once on scene, officers approached the man to find “Joe.” The department called the person “Joe” and added that “a lot of personal information was taken out” for privacy reasons.
“Joe explained to Deputy Thorne that he was on his way to work and had to pull over because he was feeling depressed and needed a break. He didn't want to hurt himself. He was upset. Joe was overwhelmed with a number of stressful issues. Deputy Thorne asked if there was anything he could do to help, and Joe just said a hug. That's it. Hugs. Deputy Thorne. was willing to help his fellow human and hugged Joe tightly as he was able to shed emotional tears,” the station added.
Not only that, Deputy Thorne and Deputy Palisek also sat with Joe and exchanged “stories, helpful remedies, and encouragement.” At the end of the conversation, Joe also laughed. Toward the end of the video, Deputy Thorne gave Joe his phone number to “help him get through this time of being overwhelmed.” They hugged one more time before parting ways.
Watch this video that will make you tear up.
The video has accumulated tons of comments since it was shared. People shared how emotional this heartwarming interaction turned out to be. They also thanked the lawmakers for their compassion.
“Thank you so much for doing that. Some of us live alone and don't have anyone near us or to give us a hug. Sometimes we shut up because our friends don't understand. . These are really tough times for a lot of people,” a Facebook user wrote.
“I cried when I saw and heard this. I have a son the same age who struggles with depression, and seeing this makes my heart so happy. Police officers, caring, human, wonderful police officers. Thank you for being here! Love from Oregon!'' added another. “I'm crying as I watch this. It was so heartfelt to see the sympathy and understanding shown by the police officers. Joe…it's okay to feel what you're feeling…our… Most have been doing so lately,” added a third person.
