Blue Lines Are Popping Up In Neighborhoods All Over Town. What You Should Know About Them

In the past few years, local law enforcement around our nation has undergone serious scrutiny, as headlines and charged demonstrations have pointed our attention to officer involved deaths. While it is a serious problem that threatens public confidence in our police departments, it is also important to recognize the thousands of dedicated men and women who serve their communities with honor and dignity.

A man in San Antonio has found a way to publicly declare his support for law enforcement, and he hopes you will join the movement.

Anthony Welichko of San Antonio has decided to show his support of law enforcement by painting a thin blue line on his curb. He started this movement with on his Facebook page, which reads:

“To all law enforcement who see this line, know that the residents of this home appreciate your service and dedication to keeping the peace. Know that when you enter the neighborhood and see these lines that you are not alone or without “back-up”. We do not need the media to make our voices of support for our police and emergency services heard (though it would be nice). Lastly, if you are in my neighborhood and mean to harm a member of law enforcement, know that decision may be hazardous to your health as someone has that officers back! Please share.”

Since Welichko shared his message about “The Safe Harbor Initiative” on social media, and it has received more than 64,000 shares.

“I realize that law enforcement officers cannot/do not always make the best decisions (I am guilty of this as well) but when will the cop bashing stop?” wrote someone who shared the post. “Thanks for your service. I do not want your job, but glad you are there!”