Minneapolis Police Officers Praised for Pushing Stalled Car, Enhancing Community Relations

In Minneapolis, a pair of 2nd Precinct police officers became local heroes after they stepped up to manually push a broken-down car that was causing traffic disturbances. The incident, which could’ve easily been a recipe for commuter frustration, turned into a moment of community-building instead, as the officers decided not to wait around for towing services. The Minneapolis Police Department relayed the event in a social media post, praising their officers for going beyond the call of duty. “These two 2nd Precinct officers didn’t hesitate to lend a hand when a driver’s car broke down in traffic,” the department wrote. “The stalled vehicle was creating a hazard for everyone on the road—so instead of waiting for a tow truck, our officers pushed the car…..

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