We reached out to Chief Troy Doyle concerning the senseless attack on Ferguson’s own Travis Brown.
Thank you for reaching out and for the support that you and the Ferguson Neighborhood News have shown to our department and Officer Brown during this difficult time. Your words of encouragement mean a great deal to us, and I know that our officers will be heartened to hear that the community stands with them.
As you mentioned, the situation with Officer Brown has been a challenging one for us all. He is a dedicated officer who has served our community with integrity, and right now, our thoughts and prayers are with him and his family as he fights to recover.
If you would like to print something in the upcoming issue, I would appreciate it if you could convey the following message to the community:
“Our department is deeply moved by the outpouring of support we have received from the community. Officer Brown, his family, and all of us at the Ferguson Police Department are grateful for the prayers, messages, and acts of kindness that have come our way. This incident has reminded us of the strength and unity within our community. We ask that you continue to keep Officer Brown in your thoughts and prayers. We also want to assure you that despite the challenges we face, our commitment to serving and protecting Ferguson remains unwavering. Together, we can continue to build a safer, stronger, and more united community.”
Additionally, I’d like to remind everyone of the importance of staying professional and focused during these times. We ask that residents refrain from engaging in negative rhetoric on social media, as it can be divisive and counterproductive to the progress we’ve made. Our goal is to remain united and work together to support Officer Brown and all the officers who serve this community.
Thank you once again for your support, and please do not hesitate to reach out if there’s anything further we can provide.
May God bless you and the entire Ferguson community.
Best regards,
Troy Doyle
Chief of Police
Ferguson Police Department
