A sweltering July day was just the backdrop to a much bigger issue when a stranded mother and her child were brought to the Maryland State Police Berlin Barrack by a good Samaritan.
Brenda Kelly, police communications supervisor for the Berlin barrack, said a woman told police she had seen the mother and a 2-month- old baby girl standing in the median of Route 50 in front of the Walmart on July 21, when temperatures reached a high of 98 degrees.
Kelly said the woman recognized their plight, picked them up and brought them to the station.
“I think she just saw this young girl with a small child,” Kelly said. “She didn’t know where else to go and this seemed to be the safest place.”
Kelly recalled the young mother and child (their identities are being withheld) entering the station visibly upset.
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Sounds like a great job done by all with the exception of the boyfriend.
ReplyDeleteBrenda is a sweetheart. Known her since the 90s. Truly a stand up gal. Making MSP shine. Thanks Brenda.
ReplyDeleteIdk, that is a tough one. The woman exited the car of her own volition. I, and any good atty (oxymoron) would have advised he not touch the woman for risk of charges. He also must keep moving in traffic and can not use a cell phone whilst driving (which every officer does to call their buds or side piece)
ReplyDeleteYeah, human compassion be damned. Screw you lawyer types. She needed help.
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