Georgia police officer gifts boy PS5 after receiving a call to take him away

Georgia police officer gifts boy PS5 after receiving a call to take him away

A Georgia boy was given an unexpected gift by a Hapeville police officer after someone reported him for trying to find work around the neighborhood.

The boy, in a suburb just south of Atlanta, intended to do yard work such as pulling weeds, cutting grass, and trimming hedges for neighbors. His goal was to save up money to purchase a PlayStation.

A nearby resident contacted police regarding the kid, intending to have him taken away.

Officer Colleran of the Hapeville Police Department arrived to speak with the boy, who expressed his desire to earn money to purchase a gaming system.

"The young man was polite, respectful, and truthful," Officer Colleran shared.

Officer Colleran was dispatched to a call wanting a juvenile removed from the area. The youth explained he wanted to earn money for a PlayStation. Officer Colleran, a gamer himself, was impressed with the young man and thought he would help him reach his goal. pic.twitter.com/YK8Ms7RE6v — Hapeville PD (@Hapeville_PD) July 24, 2023

Colleran shared that he too is a passionate gamer and offered to assist the boy in achieving his goal. The officer coordinated with his department to present the boy with a PlayStation 5 and an online gaming gift card.

The two plan to continue their friendship online where they will band together in the gaming world.

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