Some of the most important moments in policing don't end with an arrest. SLMPD SWAT Officer Bennie Blackmon shares the story of a man standing on the edge of a highway overpass, ready to end his life. For 45 minutes, Bennie held on, listened, and talked him through his darkest moment. Sometimes, the most powerful tool an officer has is simply being there for someone who needs hope. #SLPOA #SLMPD #BehindTheBadge #MentalHealth #Compassion #CrisisIntervention #LawEnforcement #TheBrighterSideOfBlue #StLouisPolice