Wilbraham, Massachusetts. (WGGB/WSHM) – In the wake of the tragic shooting of a police officer in Bristol, Connecticut, Constable Douglas Kingsley spent his 10 days Saturday morning raising awareness about the dangers of being a first responder. started the journey of
Officer Kingsley of the Sherborne Police Department began walking across Massachusetts.
He planned to walk 219 miles starting in Egremont, Massachusetts and ending in Chatham, Massachusetts.
“I have many colleagues and friends who know people who have lost their lives to suicide,” Kingsley said. It hasn’t gotten a lot of attention in the last few years, but I think it’s important that people start paying attention to it. ”
Officer Kingsley said anyone interested in learning more about mental health, suicide prevention, or attending the Cop Walk should: copwalkma.com
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