BOSTON (WHDH) - Boston Police Commissioner Williams B. Evans put his fast feet to work on a recent “Peace Walk” through Mattapan.
When Evans came across some kids and their mother jumping rope, he decided to join in.
“It looks easy enough, but obviously when I was doing it, I say ‘I can run marathons, but obviously I can’t do double dutch.'” Evans said.
The commissioner said success is measured in more than just fancy footwork.
“The more we’re out there, I think the more people appreciate us, and I’m always trying to be creative and earn the community’s trust,” Evans said. “I’d rather be out there double-dutching than be at the scene of a poor young kid getting shot in our city.
“We need to build that trust and respect every day,” he added. “By walking, by jumping rope, whatever it takes.”
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