Pierce County Sheriff’s Department announcement.
On “Ride Along,” we take a look inside a “typical” day as a sheriff’s deputy. We rode along with our deputies and we recorded it all — from traffic stops to in-progress violent crimes. The goal is to show a realistic view of how our deputies handle a wide variety of calls, resolve conflicts and serve the community.
Today we’re visiting University Place, where we provide contracted police services, and checking out swing shift with Deputy Robert Copodonna. In this episode, you get to see how our deputies handle mental health calls. Our goal is to ensure everyone’s safety and to coordinate any resources that are needed.
I think the officer’s scruffy beard looks unprofessional and does not give him the respect he may deserve. Combined with baseball hat, looks like a high school coach. Not the impression I would want to give.
Seriously? That’s what you are focused on?
Thank you Officer for all you do to help keep our community safe.
Looks aren’t everything and in this case doesn’t’ apply at all. Deputy Copodonna is going about his work efficiently and compassionately at the same time as the Professional he is. Obviously he also follows up on some calls after the fact.
Connecting with those children is a plus establishing trust. Good work Deputy.
Wow! It’s hard to believe this officer would be criticized for his beard and hat when he…and every other police officer risk their lives every single day to keep all of us safe from the craziness that is everywhere these days. He is connecting with young children now in a positive way…..so perhaps he might not have to connect with them later on in a negative way. I thank God every single day for all police officers, beards and all!
That whole article/video and someone comes away with mentioning his beard and ball cap? I guess I shouldn’t be surprised.
Thanks to all officers who go out and put their lives on the line everyday. I appreciate you very much
Thank you Pierce County Sheriff’s Dept. for the excellent “Ride Along” video. Before the pandemic, I have rode along with the Lakewood Police Dept. and they do a great job.
If you liked this video, watch on channel Reelz Friday and Saturday at 6pm for On Patrol Live. A great show like Cops and its mostly live.