Cañon City Police Department receives letter from grateful young citizen

CAŃON CITY, Colo. (KRDO) -- The Cañon City Police Department (CCPD) shared a letter the department received from a young citizen.

According to CCPD, the letter warmed the officer's hearts and souls.

The letter, signed by Riley, thanks officers for all they do and for putting themselves in danger for the citizens. She also thanked the department for still taking simple calls that aren't a big deal. She then thanked them for being the best they can and being willing to help.

CCPD responded thanking Riley for her letter and said it was energizing and motivational.