While many people are off work for the holidays, police officers are among those who report to duty no matter the time of year.
Deputy First Class Brandon Jewell was among the Frederick County Sheriffâs Office deputies working Christmas Eve this year. Heâs been with the sheriffâs office for about four years and has worked holidays in the past.
Though heâd rather be with his family, Jewell said locals tend to make the shift enjoyable.
âA lot of the citizens are very nice and generous,â he said. âI can remember times where people came up and wished us a happy holiday.â