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- A nearby department had just lost a detective in the line of duty
- Brady wanted to give his Wii to officers “to make them feel better”
Brady loves reading, throwing around the football and — most of all — playing with his Nintendo Wii.
Brady Duke, 7, gave his Wii gaming system to officers after a detective was killing the line of duty.
The Wausau Police Department in Wisconsin posted this letter from Brady.
Another note that accompanied the gift says Brady wanted to give his Wii to officers “to make them feel better.”
The video games are helping the officers, Wausau Police Deputy Chief Ben Bliven said.
“We’re encouraging our officers to come in, take a break and de-stress,” he told WSAW.
The Wausau Police Department in Wisconsin posted this letter, which accompanied Brady’s gift.
Brady’s big gesture also had its perks. His new friends in blue surprised him with an Xbox 360 so he can keep on gaming.
“Brady’s example is one we can all follow,” Wausau police said in a Facebook post. “Thank you Brady for your love and compassion and thank you for setting the example for others in our community at a young age of 7.”
