The fifth annual Coffee with a Cop catch up is set to take place at Whitsunday Plaza next Wednesday 2 July at 10am.
The popular and ongoing event has become a powerful tool for building trust between police and the public.
“Sometimes are reluctant to speak to police because of the position that we hold,” explained Officer in Charge of Whitsunday Station Senior Sergeant Anthony Moynihan.
“Sometimes the only interaction that people ever have with the police in their life is through something serious, sad, or they're getting a traffic ticket.
“Coffee with a Cop, is a way for us to have conversation with the general public and see us as normal people. There's no better way than sitting down and having a cup of coffee with someone and having a general conversation.”
Coffee with a Cop is a global event and Sergeant Billy Li is looking forward to its return at the Whitsunday Plaza.
Thomas Glisson centre manager of the Whitsunday Plaza said that Coffee with a Cop has been a key part of building community and retailer relationship with the police in a natural area for all.
“This I believe has helped build a stronger community interaction with police of all age groups,” he said.
“It is something that we enjoy having each year to assist the police and community to interact, talk and share a coffee as everyday people.”
What: Coffee with a Cop
Where: Whitsunday Plaza
When: 10am - 11:30am Wednesday 2 July
Constable Mitchell Dentler, Constable Kai Osmetti, Officer In Charge Senior Sgt Anthony Moynihan, Constable Mason Bira, and Sgt Billy Li are ready for Coffee with a Cop next week. Photo credit: Daniel Heggie
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