BEYOND THE BADGE

Officer Steve Olson, Cottonwood Heights

May 30, 2018, 3:01 PM | Updated: Aug 3, 2022, 2:59 pm

The following was submitted by Jesse Draper.

“On April 4, 2018, I took a quick break to go to lunch at a nearby Burger King. As I sat waiting for my order, a police officer entered pushing a bike. Initially, I thought he was perhaps a bike cop; however, I quickly realized that something else was going on. As I watched things unfold, I grabbed my phone and took some snapshots.

Officer Steve Olson approached one of the employees at Burger King with the bike. As I took pictures, I heard the conversation and understood that the employee (Troy Roberts) had received a bike for Christmas but it was later stolen from his porch. Officer Olson had learned of this earlier and had gone out and bought him a bike with his own money.

Troy was overhwlemed with emotion and so happy he cried. After giving the bike, Officer Olson quietly slipped out and was gone. He didn’t want recognition. He didn’t know I would be sitting there taking pictures of this incredible kindness. However, that kindness stretched beyond that moment, beyond that bike. His kindness touched my heart and demonstrates what so many of us know, but rarely talk about: There is good all around us! Officer Olson represents that good… he embodies that good! His quiet act of service garnered news attention and is on social media after I provided pictures and the story, but I feel he deserves a spotlight for his commitment to his community after 38 years.”

We want to hear from you.

Have a story idea or tip? Send it to the KSL NewsRadio team here.

Today’s Top Stories

Beyond the Badge

...

KSL NewsRadio Sales

Officer William Barnett, Taylorsville

The following post was submitted as a nomination for Officer William Barnett.

6 years ago

...

KSL NewsRadio Sales

Officer Preston Casey, Centerville

During this past year Centerville Police Officer Preston Casey has faced difficult personal and professional tragedies, despite these difficulties he maintained a positive attitude and became even more sensitive to challenges faced by others.

6 years ago

...

KSL NewsRadio Sales

Lieutenant Eric Stucki, Utah State Parks

While attending his son's basketball game, Lt. Stucki performed CPR on a boy until the ambulance could arrive.

6 years ago

...

KSL NewsRadio Sales

Chief Wade Carpenter and Officer Phil Kirk, Park City

After breaking down in the middle of an intersection, Park City police officers pushed my car to safety. They then used their own money to fill my gas tank.

6 years ago

...

KSL NewsRadio Sales

Randy Thomason, South Ogden

Sergeant Thomason went above and beyond to assist a vulnerable man in need.

6 years ago

...

KSL NewsRadio Sales

Detective Scott Lloyd, Taylorsville

On March 6th Detective Lloyd was presenting to a group of students when he was asked to respond to a behavioral emergency in one of our special education classrooms.Detective Lloyd was calm, empathetic, and used de-escalation techniques to provide support to the distressed student.

6 years ago

Sponsored Articles

close up of rose marvel saliva blooms in purple...

Shannon Cavalero

Drought Tolerant Perennials for Utah

The best drought tolerant plants for Utah can handle high elevations, alkaline soils, excessive exposure to wind, and use of secondary water.

Group of cheerful team members high fiving each other...

Visit Bear Lake

How To Plan a Business Retreat in Bear Lake This Spring

Are you wondering how to plan a business retreat this spring? Read our sample itinerary to plan a team getaway to Bear Lake.

Cheerful young woman writing an assignment while sitting at desk between two classmates during clas...

BYU EMBA at the Marriott School of Business

Hear it Firsthand: 6 Students Share Their Executive MBA Experience at BYU’s Marriott School of Business

The Executive MBA program at BYU offers great opportunities. Hear experiences straight from students enrolled in the program.

Skier being towed by a rider on a horse. Skijoring....

Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Looking for a New Winter Activity? Try Skijoring in Bear Lake

Skijoring is when someone on skis is pulled by a horse, dog, animal, or motor vehicle. The driver leads the skiers through an obstacle course over jumps, hoops, and gates.

Banner with Cervical Cancer Awareness Realistic Ribbon...

Intermountain Health

Five Common Causes of Cervical Cancer – and What You Can Do to Lower Your Risk

January is National Cervical Cancer Awareness month and cancer experts at Intermountain Health are working to educate women about cervical cancer.

Kid holding a cisco fish at winterfest...

Bear Lake Convention and Visitors Bureau

Get Ready for Fun at the 2023 Bear Lake Monster Winterfest

The Bear Lake Monster Winterfest is an annual weekend event jam-packed full of fun activities the whole family can enjoy.

Officer Steve Olson, Cottonwood Heights