During that time officers from the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee.
All community members are invited to attend. The event begins at 9:00 a.m. and goes until 11:00 a.m. on January 24, 2015 at Bojangles on 444 U.S. 52 Bypass Moncks Corner S.C. Please contact Sgt. Jimmie Ross with questions: 843-719-4713, or [email protected]
Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the Sheriff’s Office work in Berkeley County neighborhoods.
The majority of contacts law enforcement has with the public happen during emergencies, or emotional situations, law enforcement officials stated. Those situations, they say, are not always the most effective times for relationship building with the community, and some community members may feel that officers are unapproachable on the street. Coffee with a Cop breaks down barriers and allows for a relaxed, one-on-one interaction.
“We hope that community members will feel comfortable to ask questions, bring concerns, or simply get to know our officers,” said Sheriff H. Wayne DeWitt. “These interactions are the foundation of community partnerships.”
Coffee with a Cop is a national initiative supported by The United States Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services. Similar events are being held across the county, as local police departments strive to make lasting connections with the communities they serve.
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