GADSDEN, Ala. (WBRC) – A shortage of female police officers in East Alabama has some police departments looking at ways to increase diversity.
Officers with the Gadsden Police Department and the Rainbow City Police Department say that women play a vital role in policing, they just need more on the force.
“Maybe even being able to be that person that can help de-escalate a situation just by having that nurturing presence,” said Sgt. Dusty Ford…