Gloucester Township Shows Love For Police On Law Enforcement Appreciation Day

GLOUCESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ — Gloucester Township Police Chief Harry Earle thanked residents for the letters of appreciation that they received on Law Enforcement Appreciation Day on Monday, Jan. 9.

On Wednesday, police shared a sample of the letters they received:

I am sending my sincerest thanks to all of you on this special day truly honoring you for your professional expertise, bravery, dedication and compassion that you continuously demonstrate while serving our community daily and maintaining law and order so that everyone continues enjoying a safe and secure environment. Indeed, I am ever so proud of being a resident of our township since 1990 knowing our police department has always been extraordinary and my life has been enhanced knowing the exemplary service of the department that provides an environment conducive to enjoying quality life. May you continue enjoying personal gratification and monumental success in your cherished profession. You are admired, respected and held in highest esteem. I will keep you and your families in my prayers and may special blessings continue embracing you and keep you safe while serving our community.

My wife and I are very grateful for everything the police, fire fighter and EMT do for the community. You put your lives on the line everyday for us and I pray that God protect you when you are on duty and off because I know that when you leave work you are still vigilant and will still be protecting us. We thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

I like to support the police, fire departments and EMTs by paying it forward. When out, either Wawas or lampost or where ever, I pick up the check or pay for coffee in appreciation for law enforcement and first responders. It’s my small pay it forward for you guys and gals putting your lives on the line for me and my families. Thank you for keeping us safe!

To our Gloucester Township Police Department,

You always make us feel safe in this community, and on Saturday, January 7th was no exception. I did have to venture out for prescriptions and come necessities and found an incredible presence of our police on the roads, ready to help anyone who needed it. Thank you always for your service, professionalism, courage but especially for making a difference in so many lives in.