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WATCH: Police Host Special Birthday Parade For 2 LI Children
The officers took part in a special parade for two local children whose birthday parties were cancelled due to the coronavirus.
BELLPORT, NY — Thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, two Bellport children had to cancel their birthday parties. But it couldn't stop them from getting a special surprise from Suffolk County Police.
On Friday, officers took part in a special parade for the two kids. The parade first stopped at the home of 5-year-old Roberto, whose dream it is to become a police officer. They then went on to before pay a visit to his neighbor, Hailey, who turned 8-years-old that day.
Several police motorcycles and cars drove past the homes with their sirens on as the families watched. Commissioner Geraldine Hart also paid a visit to the families.
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"I heard that you are going to be joining us someday as a police officer," she told the 5-year-old. "We're ready for you!"
She also gifted him a special bag with some goodies inside.
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Watch the
video from the parade below:
All photos/video courtesy of Suffolk Police
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