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The challenges & rewards to becoming a police officer

SDPB | By Lori Walsh,
Ellen Koester
Published November 22, 2023 at 7:24 AM CST
Sioux Falls Police Chief Jon Thum shares his perspective with the Sioux Falls Homeless Task Force on Monday, August 22, 2022.
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Sioux Falls Police Chief Jon Thum shares his perspective with the Sioux Falls Homeless Task Force on Monday, August 22, 2022.

This interview originally aired on "In the Moment" on SDPB Radio.

Sioux Falls Police Chief Jon Thum joins "In the Moment" to unpack the public's perception of policing. Is being a police officer more difficult than other professions?

He acknowledges the challenges and sacrifices officers make every day. But he also talks about the benefits and the power of making a difference in your community.

Learn more about the Sioux Falls Police Department.
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Lori Walsh
Lori Walsh is the host and senior producer of "In the Moment."
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Ellen Koester
Ellen Koester is a producer of In the Moment, SDPB's daily news and culture broadcast.
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