Chat With Raleigh Police Over Cup Of Coffee Wednesday

RALEIGH, NC — Ever wanted to have a casual chat with a police officer? Well here's your chance. Raleigh police are inviting residents to talk over a cup of coffee Wednesday at several local restaurants and businesses as part of National Coffee with a Cop Day.

The day is meant to help break down barriers between residents and officers, build trust and discover goals that both police and community members share.

"This is an opportunity for residents to speak with Raleigh officers in a friendly, casual atmosphere without agendas, presentations or speeches," the department said in a statement.

Two events will be held in each district. Below are the addresses.

• New York Bagel & Deli - 7909 Falls of Neuse Rd. - 8 a.m. - North District
• Chick-Fil-A - 5701 Falls of Neuse Rd. - 9 a.m. - North District
• McDonald's - 3424 Poole Rd. - 9 a.m - Southeast District
• McDonald's - 6320 Battle Bridge Rd. - 7 p.m. - Southeast District
• Pam's Farmhouse - 5111 Western Blvd. - 8 a.m - Southwest District
• Golden Corral - 3551 Grenelle St. - 10 a.m. - Southwest District
• Dunkin Donuts - 13600 Falls of Neuse Rd. - 9 a.m. - Northeast District
• Bojangles - 4621 New Bern Ave. - 9 a.m. - Northeast District
• Rise Biscuits & Donuts - 8301 Brier Creek Pkwy - 9 a.m. - Northwest District
• Dunkin Donuts - 13240 Strickland Rd. - 9 a.m. - Northwest District
• Sir Walter Coffee - 145 E. Davie St. - 8 a.m. - Downtown District
• The Morgan Street Food Hall - 411 W. Morgan St. - 6 p.m. - Downtown District

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