Watch the police officer receiving an emotional sign-off
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Salem City Police Sgt. Douglas Hogate Sr. had an emotional sign-off after 28 years of public service which left everyone teary-eyed.
He announced his final Code 3 – signing off on the day of his retirement without knowing who was on the other end of the police radio to send him off.
The 911 dispatch operator was his son – Douglas Hogate Jr. His son had an emotional message for him that left him in tears.
“It is with great pleasure to announce that as of 1800 hours on this date, after 28 years of service, my father, Salem City Police Sgt. Douglas Hogate Sr., Badge #612, is retiring and is giving his final Code 3,” Hogate Jr. said.
“It is my honor as Salem County PST Douglas Hogate Jr. to acknowledge his Code 3 to the greatest man I know. Salem City Police Sgt. Douglas Hogate Sr., Badge #612, you are officially Code 3 at 1800 hours”, he added.
Sgt. Holgate couldn’t hold back his tears and said: “Thank you, Sir”
The video, which was captured by his daughter, was shared online and the emotional sign-off left everyone teary-eyed.
One user commented on the video: ‘I can’t tell you how much that touched my heart. It is my sincere hope that your retirement is everything you ever dreamed it would be. Thank you so very much for your service. Now…go hug that most outstanding son of yours!!’
Another said: ‘Great stuff. Thank you for your service and putting your life on the line every day for people. Your greatly appreciated by many’.
Former Sgt. Hogate later said in an interview: “The greatest thing about it was that my son was on the other end as a dispatcher. I know it’s been done before, but having my son acknowledge me, that was the best part about it.”
Former Sgt. Hogate has not only fulfilled his duties as an officer but he also raised three children as a single parent.
He is not only a good officer but also a great father.