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Denver Police Officers Recognized For Helping In Mental Health Crises

"Policing is so much more than enforcing laws," Sgt. Mike Vogler said.

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On Wednesday, more than a dozen officers and first-responder therapists were recognized for their exceptional responses to such calls, often going above and beyond to support those in need.
On Wednesday, more than a dozen officers and first-responder therapists were recognized for their exceptional responses to such calls, often going above and beyond to support those in need. (CBS)

By Kelly Werthmann, CBS Denver:

Denver police officers respond to a wide range of calls every day. Often, it's a call for a mental health crisis.

"Policing is so much more than enforcing laws," said Sgt. Mike Vogler with the Denver Police Department's training bureau. "It is about helping people who need assistance because they're not able to handle whatever the situation is on their own."

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