Danvers Police Plans Coffee With a Cop

Submitted by Danvers Police Department:

On Aug. 4, officers from Danvers Police Department and community members will come together in an informal, neutral space to discuss community issues, build relationships, and drink coffee. 

All community members are invited to attend. The event will run from 9 a.m. to noon on Monday, Aug. 4 at McDonald’s, 77 High Street, Danvers, MA 01923. Please contact Sgt. Olivia Silva with questions: 978-774-1213 x134 or osilva@mail.danvers-ma.org. 

Coffee with a Cop provides a unique opportunity for community members to ask questions and learn more about the department’s work in Danvers neighborhoods.

The majority of contacts law enforcement has with the public happen during emergencies, or emotional situations. Those situations are not always the most effective times for relationship building with the community, and some community members may feel that officers are unapproachable on the street. Coffee with a Cop breaks down barriers and allows for a relaxed, one-on-one interaction.

“We hope that community members will feel comfortable to ask questions, bring concerns, or simply get to know our officers,” said Sgt. Olivia Silva. “These interactions are the foundation of community partnerships.”

Coffee with a Cop is a national initiative supported by The United States Department of Justice, Office of Community Oriented Policing Services. Similar events are being held across the county, as local police departments strive to make lasting connections with the communities they serve.