Police Officer Raises Money To Help Elderly Korean War Veteran With Dementia

Sgt. Jon Sterling  has been working with the Erlanger Police Department in Kentucky for more than 20 years.

One day he responded to a call by an elderly man, who reported suspicious activities. Jon was instantly struck by Norm’s intelligence and eccentricities. He learned Norm was a Korean War veteran who lived by himself and enjoyed looking after his neighbors’ wellbeing.

Over the years, Jon and Norm struck up an unlikely friendship and undeniable bond. Recently, Norm turned 83 years old.

In February 2017, Jon was making his rounds around town when he noticed social workers gathered at Norm’s home.

The social workers told Jon that Norm had developed early on-set dementia. However, Norm had no close family members and could not take care of himself.

That’s when Jon, the husband, father and police officer, made a decision so incredible it’s now going viral.