Wethersfield Cops Thanking Public for Post-Dallas Support

WETHERSFIELD, CT - Local police are thanking community members for what they said has been an outpouring of support in the wake of the Dallas police shootings.

In Facebook posting, the Wethersfield Police Department said, "The local community has spoken to us in town ... the people whom we work for, the people who matter the most. They have come forward with support like we last saw in 2001. That's all we need to hear - the community is behind us. We cannot tell you, in such a uncertain and frustrating climate, how much that means to us. Thank you to everyone who has brought their sentiments of support ... We will protect and serve our community...fair, unbiased, unwavering ..."

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As of 11 a.m. Tuesday, the Facebook post had 823 likes.

Here is a sampling of the Facebook comments:

• As a resident of Wethersfield for 40 years, I can say with confidence that we have one of the best-run and best group of officers a community could ask for. Keep up the great work and don't listen 2 the idiots in Media who are trying to divide us. Your efforts and commitment to keeping our town safe is definitely appreciated. Thank you WPD for all that you do for this great community.
• Thank you for all you do! I feel safe in this town due to the diligence, integrity and respect for the community! You all deserve all the kindness and respect that we can give!
• Wethersfield PD is among the most friendly, professional, kind, and good-hearted safety officers I have known ... I thank them, appreciate them and support them fully.