A police officer stops a man named William James Winski because he resembles the officer’s late son who died while serving in Iraq. The officer, touched by the military bumper sticker on William’s car that reminded him of his son, requests a heartfelt hug from William.
This emotional encounter is particularly impactful for William, who was on his way home from a PTSD treatment program after also serving in Iraq. The hug from the officer provides comfort to both men, bridging a connection between their shared experiences and loss. Read the full story here