Keonte Evans, a 16-year-old from Hapeville, Georgia, had a simple goal: to make some money to buy clothes for his five younger siblings before school started. He also hoped to save enough to buy himself a PlayStation 5.
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Determined to achieve this, Keonte started his own lawn care business. He was excited when he landed his first paying customer and got right to work. But then, something unexpected happened—neighbors called the police on him.
Officer Eric Colleran received the call about a “suspected trespasser.” The caller was worried about this young person and wanted him removed from the area. When Officer Colleran arrived, he was surprised. Instead of finding a troublemaker, he met Keonte, a teenager working hard to help his family.
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“Sometimes what you hear on the radio isn’t always what you find when you get there,” Officer Colleran said.
Keonte explained that he was simply doing yard work—pulling weeds, cutting grass, and trimming bushes. He shared his dreams of helping his family and owning a PlayStation 5 someday. Officer Colleran understood and left, clearing up the confusion.
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This situation, unfortunately, reflects some tough times we live in. But the story takes a heartwarming turn from here. A few days later, Officer Colleran returned to visit Keonte. He brought a special surprise, a brand-new PlayStation 5, which he had brought in the trunk of his patrol car.
The police department shared the touching moment on their Facebook page, saying, “Officer Colleran, who is also a gamer, was impressed with Keonte’s dedication and wanted to help him achieve his goal.”
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Keonte was overwhelmed with emotion. He hugged Officer Colleran tightly and couldn’t believe the unexpected gift. “It felt like a miracle,” Keonte said. “My heart melted because nobody ever did anything like this for me.” Officer Colleran also arranged for a gift card to pay for a membership so Keonte could start playing right away.
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“I didn’t expect this to make the news,” said Officer Colleran. “I just wanted to help a hardworking kid who deserved it. It’s important to show that good things come to those who work hard and are honest.”
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Instead of feeling bitter about the police call, Keonte learned a valuable lesson: “Work for what you want and what you need, and you might get a blessing like this one day.”
This story is a reminder of the power of kindness and understanding. It shows that even when things seem tough, a little compassion can change someone’s day—and their life.
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(via Twitter - Hapeville PD )