SEASIDE PARK, N.J. – The Seaside Park Police Department welcomed its first-ever “Chief of the Day” on Saturday, giving a young resident an opportunity to experience life alongside local first responders.
Chief Sophia began her day with donuts before taking on a full schedule of honorary police duties. Throughout the day, she inspected patrol vehicles and equipment, participated in officer reviews and joined members of the Seaside Park Fire Department for a ride-along.
A day as police chief
The department said Chief Sophia also completed an inspection of a local arcade and games before testing what officers jokingly described as some “suspicious” ice cream during her patrol.
- Seaside Park Police named Chief Sophia as the department’s first-ever “Chief of the Day.”
- The honorary chief inspected police vehicles, joined a fire department ride-along and participated in community activities.
- The outreach program helps children learn about law enforcement and first responders in Seaside Park.
Officials thanked Chief Sophia for her service and expressed hope that she would return for another visit in the future.
Building relationships with the community
Police said the “Chief of the Day” program is designed to strengthen relationships between officers and local families by giving children a firsthand look at the work performed by police officers and other first responders in Seaside Park.
The department said the program allows children to meet officers, learn about emergency services and better understand how first responders serve the community.
What is the “Chief of the Day” program? The program gives local children the opportunity to spend time with officers and learn how police and other first responders serve the Seaside Park community.
What activities did Chief Sophia participate in? She inspected police vehicles and equipment, completed officer reviews, rode with the Seaside Park Fire Department and visited a local arcade during her honorary shift.
Why does the department hold the program? Police said the initiative helps build relationships with residents while giving children a positive, behind-the-scenes look at local law enforcement.
Seaside Park Police welcomed their first-ever “Chief of the Day,” giving a young resident the chance to spend the day with officers and local firefighters through a community outreach program.
Sources: Seaside Park Police Department Facebook
