“Marissa Balch says her 5-year-old son recently witnessed a news story on police brutality. She says that her son, Dominic, told her on the way to school that “cops are going to get me and hurt me.” She says she was deeply troubled by his statement. Shortly after, she brought him to the State Police barracks in Duanesburg. There, Dominic was introduced to Trooper Dolce, who then gave him a tour of his police cruiser, even letting him turn on the flashing lights and even wear his hat. Balch says she is appreciative of the comfort and kindness that Trooper Dolce gave to her son. She believes that now her son has a new friend and trust in police.”
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American Association of State Troopers 17 June 2019.