Hiawassee, GA – Preschoolers at McConnell Baptist Church received a visit from three local law enforcement officers on Friday, October 13. The Hiawassee Police Department offered Halloween tips to ensure the children’s safety.

Sergeant Tracy James and Officer Jordan Guffey bond with the class

Officer Jordan Guffey and Sergeant Tracy James sat down with the 4-year-old class while Detective Brandon Barrett spent time with the 3-year-olds.

Detective Barrett began by asking the children their thoughts on the role police officers play in society. Answers ranged from “catch bad guys, put people in jail, and write tickets.” Detective Barrett agreed that while true, he explained it’s also their job to “help keep people safe.”

The Hiawassee officers shared a wealth of Halloween safety advice with the preschoolers before inviting the group outside for an up close look at their police vehicles. To the delight of the children, the police officers flashed their patrol lights and sounded the sirens.

Detective Brandon Barrett offers safety tips to preschoolers

Featured image: Detective Brandon Barrett, Sergeant Tracy James, Officer Jordan Guffey

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