Yesterday a memorable day for Alivia Brown, a 9-year-old girl from Plainfield who had the unique opportunity to become a police officer for a day. Alivia, who is battling cystic fibrosis, saw her dream materialize thanks to a collaboration between the Plainfield Police Department and Make-A-Wish Ohio, Kentucky & Indiana. The day-long adventure included participating in police activities like riding in cars and solving mock cases, according to a report from WISH-TV.
The initiative was much more than just a kind gesture, as it echoed a significant moment – the very first wish granted by law enforcement back in 1980, honoring a longstanding tradition of the connection between police and community. Officer Rob Pritchard, who served as Alivia’s partner throughout the day, emphasized the depth of such engagements, asserting in a statement obtained by WIBC that the event was about showcasing the community's support for the child.
Alivia's parents, Troy and Michelle Brown, shared their appreciation for the overwhelming support and the joy of seeing their daughter experience her dream job. "It’s great watching Alivia experience this day, it’s just been an absolute blast. The support that we’ve seen and the volunteers that have come in has been overwhelming and incredible. It’s been such a blessing to see how many people have come out to make this happen," they stated in an interview with WISH-TV.
Officer Pritchard, touched by the event, shared his sentiments with WTHR, stating, "For kids that have a lot more bad days than good, you get to give them and their family a perfect day. Doctors appointments don't matter. Hospital stays don't matter. This matters, right? This is what they remember."
