Media Patch wants you to get to know your first responders. They do dangerous work and Patch would like to recognize them. This first responder always knew he wanted to be a police officer. Patrolman Richard Leicht with the says he enjoys helping people get back on track when they may be at their worst.
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Name: Richard Leicht
Age: 47
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Hometown: Delaware County
Rank/Title: Patrolman
How long have you been with the Media Police Department?
10 years with Media Police and 12 years total as an officer
What do you like about your job?
I like helping people who can sometimes be at their worst. It's good to help them get back on track.
What do you dislike about your job?
There are bad things about the job but I don't dislike the job because of it.
What inspired you to become a police officer?
I always wanted to be a cop. In high school, when you would take the tests to tell you what career you were best suited for, it always came back with military or police.
What do you like about the greater Media area?
It's so diverse. People get along here and it's a happy place to be. Everyone has a positive attitude and that brings everyone together in a positive way.
What do you want the general public to know about the Media Police Department?
Officers strive to keep the borough a great place to be and we perform our jobs to ensure that happens.
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