Facebook, Questura di RomaMen on duty who go above and beyond their obligations deserve an award.
Responding To A Call
PexelsFour police officers named Andrea, Alessandro, Ernesto, and Mirko responded to a call after people reported hysterical cries coming from their elderly couple neighbors in Rome, Italy.
70 Years Of Love
PexelsThe reported couple is 94-year-old Michele and 89-year-old Jole who have been married for almost 70 years.
Disturbing News
PexelsThe two of them became distressed after watching upsetting news on the television. The Rome police wrote on Facebook in Italian, “The attacks and abused children in kindergarten… Jole wonders why there is so much evil.”
Lonely Life
Facebook, Questura di RomaAfter having a conversation with the couple, the officers also found out that the couple is rarely visited by guests and is incredibly lonely.
“Life Isn’t Easy”
PexelsThe Rome police also said in their Facebook post, “Life isn’t easy. Especially when the city empties and the neighbors are away on holiday. Sometimes loneliness dissolves into tears.”
An Act Of Kindness
PexelsTo lighten up the couple’s mood, the officers decided to take over their kitchen and give them a simple treat.
Food For The Tummy And Soul
PexelsThe police officers make a scrumptious spaghetti and parmesan dish for the elderly couple to eat. They also hoped that it would temporarily ease their loneliness.
Health Is Wealth
PexelsThe four officers also called paramedics in so they could check Michele and Jole’s health.
Love And Dedication
Facebook, Questura di RomaThe couple’s love and dedication to each other are probably what keep them going despite the negativities that happen in the world and the loneliness they face each day.
