Cops, Firefighters Spread Christmas Cheer And A Little Humor

TOMBALL, TX — Everyone likes to have a little of fun at Christmas time, and that includes first responders and police officers. Police and fire departments have taken part in tow drives and food drives that not only promote a love of community, but embody the Christmas spirit.

Some of the community based events were:

• Houston Fire Department: Operation Stocking Stuffer
• Houston Police: Numerous toy giveaways and the annual Comida Food Drive
• Montgomery County Sheriff: Operation Blue Elf
• Tomball Police: Shop with a Cop
• Spring Fire Department: Toys for Tots

On the weekend before Christmas Eve, the bicycles have all been assembled and handed out to deserving boys and girls, and presents provided by communities all over the Houston area have been distributed at the conclusion of the various toy drives.

Great turnout at the DAO Annual Holiday Toy Drive! Thanks to our partners at the Harris County Sheriff's Office, TAG, 3 the Harden Way Foundation and Target for making today possible! pic.twitter.com/ZE3vHRkH0B
— Harris County DA (@HarrisCountyDAO) December 21, 2018

Spring Fire Chief Scott Siefert read a variation of the classic "Night Before Christmas" which heavily involved firefighters.

However, the Tomball Police Department has taken the lead on fun this yuletide season with two officers creating a cool Christmas video to remind everyone to lock their cars and keep items during

In the video, an officer comes out to his patrol vehicle to find a man dressed as Rudolph checking his list of safety and security violations.

"You failed the inspection and left one of your prized possessions in plain view," Rudolph said.

The prized possession was a half-eaten box of donuts on the front passenger seat, which the officer denied were his.

While all in fun, the message serves as a reminder to everyone to lock up their valuables and don't broadcast your holiday plans on social media.

The message of safety and security was punctuated with cute one liners, and wish for a Merry Christmas.

Tomball Police Chief Billy Tidwell said the plan to produce the videos in a series.

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