A swearing-in ceremony was held for an officer, Trent Kersey, by a Modesto Police Department, California, United States of America, in his wife’s hospital room after the birth of their son, in order not to cancel an earlier scheduled event.
kcra.com reported that the police department’s spokesperson, Sharon Bear, said that it was important to them that Kersey not only be sworn in along with his class but that his completion of the academy be honoured.
The department’s action was also to show Kersey how important family is to the agency.
“We want them to know that we understand that this career requires dedication and often involves balancing work and family, and our chief is so supportive of the family life outside of work,” the Modesto police spokesperson said.
Kersey was sworn into the department while holding his newborn son.
Officer Trent Kersey said: “They said hi to the family, met little Theo, the new baby boy, and I did my swearing in there.
“It’s just amazing. It’s a crazy thing. I love MPD. They’ve been great to me.”
