Officer Craig Johnson of Colorado Springs Police comforted a distressed 9-year-old with self-harm thoughts at a school.
Officer Craig Johnson of the Colorado Springs Police Department received acclaim for his compassionate response to a distressed 9-year-old who had run away due to self-harm thoughts. Finding the child at a school, Johnson spent 45 minutes building trust and providing comfort. His efforts, alongside support from his colleagues for medical and mental health services, highlight the positive role police can play in community safety and well-being.
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