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Raleigh Police Department Launches "Reel-Time Ridealong" Social Media Initiative to Enhance Community Engagement

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Published on November 30, 2025
Raleigh Police Department Launches "Reel-Time Ridealong" Social Media Initiative to Enhance Community EngagementSource: Facebook/Raleigh Police Department

The Raleigh Police Department is offering a glimpse into the everyday lives of its officers through a new social media initiative called “Reel-Time Ridealong.” Recently launched, the initiative aims to showcase “real moments on the job” and provides the community with an opportunity to engage more closely with local law enforcement. Interested individuals can expect monthly updates, with a new reel posted on the Raleigh Police Department’s Instagram and Facebook pages.

Announced by via a social media post, the Raleigh Police Department encourages followers to "Tune in every month for a new reel on our Instagram and Facebook!" Tagged with hashtags like #RPD, #ReelTimeRidealong, and #RTR, these posts are designed to bridge the gap between RPD officers and the Raleigh community they serve. While watching one of these reels, viewers are given an officer's perspective as they navigate through their day-to-day duties.