The Raleigh Police Department will participate in National Coffee with a Cop Day on October 1, inviting community members to meet officers at ten locations across the city. The event aims to provide residents an informal setting to discuss safety, share concerns, and build relationships with local law enforcement.
“National Coffee with a Cop” will be held at several venues throughout Raleigh. Locations include Chick-fil-A at 8901 Brier Creek Parkway from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Crabtree Valley Mall at 4325 Glenwood Avenue from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m., Smooth Joe Coffee at 5321 Tin Roof Way from 8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., Dunkin at 13600 New Falls of Neuse Road from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m., McDonald’s at both 3026 Capital Boulevard (8:30 a.m. to 10 a.m.) and 3424 Poole Road (8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.), as well as other coffee shops and bakeries throughout the city.
Community members are encouraged to attend these sessions for an opportunity to speak directly with officers in their neighborhoods. Organizers hope that this event will foster positive connections and help address local issues through open dialogue.
For further updates or information about the event, residents can follow the Raleigh Police Department’s official communication channels.
