A young black woman named Chenise is pulled over by the police due to her faulty brake lights. She is fearful and anxious, having heard horror stories about traffic stops and the treatment of black people by the police. Despite her careful driving and responsible ownership of a red Ferrari 458, she is stopped and ordered to open her trunk. Unbeknownst to the officer, Chenise has been secretly recording the interaction on her phone. The officer, identified as Officer Jenkins, seems genuinely concerned for her safety and tries to help her with her brake lights, but Chenise remains cautious. However, when Officer Jenkins asks to search her car, Chenise complies and discreetly records the encounter. The video ends with Officer Jenkins attempting to fix the brake lights and asking to look under the hood.
The officer tries to help her fix the issue, but they can’t get it to work. Chenise reveals that she’s on her way to a job interview, and the officer offers to escort her to a nearby garage to ensure she isn’t overcharged. The repair is quick and inexpensive, but Chenise is still expecting a ticket. Instead, the officer tells her that he cares more about her safety than giving her a ticket and wishes her good luck with her interview. Chenise is touched by the officer’s kindness and decides to share her experience on Facebook, including the video recording of the encounter. The post goes viral, and the local police department shares it, praising the officer for going above and beyond the call of duty. Chenise is later offered the job she interviewed for and feels that the officer’s kindness played a role in her success.
Chenise, a black woman, shares her experience of being stopped by Officer Jenkins during a job interview. Despite the initial tension, Officer Jenkins ensured Chenise reached her interview safely and on time. After Chenise landed the job, local news outlets picked up the story, and both she and Officer Jenkins were invited on a feel-good segment. During the interview, Chenise expressed her gratitude to Officer Jenkins, who admitted that the positive feedback felt nice but also acknowledged the challenges of being a good cop amidst negative public perception. Chenise, who had developed a jaded outlook on law enforcement, was surprised to learn about the toll the job took on those who wanted to do good. The encounter between Chenise and Officer Jenkins served as a reminder of the importance of kindness and hope for change.
