A young girl whose dad was crashed into by a drunk driver has penned a heartwarming letter to police to say thank you for their efforts in keeping the community safe.
"Dear police men and women," Madison from Manukau wrote.
"Tonight I went through a breath test with my mum and I was scared at first, but my mum told me that you are all catching the drunk people.
"I just wanted to thank you for helping everybody because a few weeks ago my dad was crashed into by a drunk lady. Lucky he was ok!
"Thank you for standing out in the cold.
"Madison."
Police sent her a letter back, thanking her for her "lovely words".
"I am sorry that the officer initially gave you a bit of a fright, but your mum is correct! We do try and stop drunk people from driving in order to keep them safe, as well as other people on the road like you and your family.
"I am sorry to hear your dad was in an accident, but pleased he is ok. It is good to remember that we can all make mistakes, but it is what we learn from them and how we act afterwards that shows what type of person we really are."
The letter, signed off by an officer known only as 'constable' added they had been wearing a merino jumper "like your school jumper" so they weren't too cold.
"I like to wear really fluffy, fuzzy socks with my boots just in case!
"We will always go into the cold if it means we have to keep people safe! Plus, we get to meet lovely people like yourself and your family which makes it really fun!"
The exchange was posted to the Counties Manukau Police Facebook page
"Best reply from Counties Manukau Police," one person said. "Hats off."
"We need more Madisons in the world," another replied.
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