Police officer’s kind act for crying schoolboy wins internet hearts
A photo of a police officer lying on the floor of a school to speak to a crying child has been shared by thousands online.
Indiana State Police Officer Precious Cornner-Jones was supporting Pastor Preston T Adams III, who was hosting a 'high-five rally' at the school.
She spotted the young student lying on the floor and so decided to "get on his level" to speak with him about his problems.
“This little fella was having a rough morning and fell out on the floor,” explained Officer Cornner-Jones.
“I saw his mother step back and look. She stated this is how he is expressing himself lately. I decided to get on his level and talk to him.
“He started to cry so I wiped his tears and told him it will be ok. As an adult sometimes all we want is one person to stop, get on our level and maybe wipe our tears.
“These children are entitled to bad days just as us, so give them that moment to bring it together. Get on someone's level today and make them smile!! Spread PEACE and LOVE you might be that person that gives them hope!”
Her photo has been shared and liked by thousands of Facebook users with many commending the officer’s kind-hearted actions.
The rally involves volunteers going to schools to give students high-fives and praise in a bid to tackle youth violence.
Meanwhile, this teenager's kind act for a scared elderly woman has also been praised.
Earlier this year, a teacher was moved to tears by a kind-hearted stranger’s amazing generosity.