 Join Karhlton F. Moore, Director of the Bureau of Justice Assistance as he interviews Officer Anthony “AJ” Johnson, “the Dancing Cop,” of the Columbus Police Department.
You may recognize Officer Johnson from his viral social media videos, which he uses to engage with the community he grew up in and now serves. During this conversation, he shares the impact of mentorship and positive police interactions in his life and the story behind his nickname, “the Dancing Cop,” and how he uses dance and social media to connect with the community.
Officer Johnson’s inspiring journey highlights the importance of building trust between law enforcement and the communities they protect. His viral moments as the Dancing Cop and engaging with local youth demonstrate that small acts of kindness can lead to significant change.
 PUBLIC SAFETY OFFICERS' BENEFITS (PSOB) PROGRAM
Enacted in 1976, the PSOB Program provides death, disability, and education benefits to those eligible for the program. For details regarding these federal benefits for law enforcement officers, firefighters, and other first responders who have died or become catastrophically injured in the line of duty, call the PSOB Office at 888-744-6513 or visit us online at https://bja.ojp.gov/program/psob.
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