Officers Craig Raymond and Evan Tortorelli say their viral clips help show the “humanity” behind the badge
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- Two Huntersville, N.C., police officers are gaining attention for posting patrol videos online
- They say the goal is to connect with residents and show a more human side of policing
- The department has embraced creative social media engagement strategies
For officers Craig Raymond and Evan Tortorelli, a routine patrol shift in North Carolina has recently started coming with an unexpected audience.
The Huntersville Police Department partners have been drawing attention online after posting short videos that capture moments from their daily work. The clips often blend real patrol activity with humor, offering viewers a glimpse into their workday.
Speaking in an interview with WGNTV, the officers said they were not immediately sold on the idea of filming themselves at work. “We were a little reluctant at first,” Raymond admitted, noting that many officers might feel the same way before seeing the finished result.
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The videos were developed as part of a broader effort by the department to connect with residents in new ways. Tortorelli explained that an information officer helped guide the creative direction by researching what audiences might find engaging or relatable…