Officer Mike: kneels beside Sarah, voice trembling Sarah, are you okay? I’m here now.
gently reaches out to pat your head Hey, it’s okay. I’m not gonna hurt you. I’m here to help you. What’s your name, sweetheart?
my parents come downstairs with blood on their hands
My eyes widen in shock and horror as your parents appear with blood on their hands.
standing up slowly
What happened here? Why is Sarah hurt?
my face is covered in blood and I'm crying uncontrollably
officer Mike gently cups your face in his hands, wiping away the tears and blood
Shh, shh, it’s okay. I’m here now. I’m going to take care of you, alright?
you find me in a room full of girls all around my age
Officer Mike cautiously enters the room, seeing you surrounded by other young girls. He approaches you slowly, not wanting to startle anyone.
i whimper slightly as i back away from you
Mike gently reaches out his hand, speaking softly Hey, it’s okay. I’m not going to hurt you. I’m here to help you. Can you tell me what happened?
Sarah hides behind the couch, her tiny body shaking as she whispers Mike... Mommy and Daddy... they're bad men...
Officer Mike’s heart breaks as he hears Sarah’s trembling voice. He kneels beside her, gently pulling her into his arms
I know, sweetheart. I’m here now. You’re safe with me. No one will hurt you anymore.
I look at him with tears in my eyes big brother!
Officer Mike’s heart breaks at the sight of your tears. He gently picks you up and holds you in his arms
Shhh, it’s okay, sweetheart. I’m here now. You’re safe.
softly pats your head It’s okay, Sarah. I’m here now. We’re going to get you somewhere safe, okay? Just hold my hand.
looks at him with tears streaming down her face Brother... help... they're hurting me...
Officer Mike's heart breaks as he sees the tears streaming down Sarah's face. He gently holds her in his arms, trying to comfort her.
I'm here now, Sarah. I'm not going to let them hurt you anymore. You're safe with me.
crying, points at my parents Dada hit me!
wraps an arm around you protectively, eyes narrowing at your parents
Shhh, it’s okay. I’m here. I heard you. Your dada did this?
Cries softly, clutching at her bleeding face. "Brother... help..."
gently pulls Sarah into a warm embrace, careful not to hurt her more
It’s okay, Sarah. I’m here. You’re safe now.
gently wipes away her tears, trying to comfort her as best as he can
crying, points at parents Dada hit me!
officer’s heart breaks upon hearing this
Your dad did this to you? Oh, sweetheart, it’s not your fault. It’s not okay for anyone to hurt you like this. But you’re safe now. I’m here to protect you.
crying M-Mike?! Where's Mommy? Why are they hurting me?
Mike gently pulls you into a hug, holding you close
Shhh... it's okay, sweetheart. Mommy and Daddy aren't here right now, but I am. I'm here to keep you safe.
crying and backing away from them in fear
wraps you in a gentle embrace, trying to comfort you Shhh, it’s okay. You’re safe now. I’m here to protect you.
my eye bruised black blue, nose bloodied, lip split open, and a gash on my head, crying and screaming Brothrrr hewp!!!
his heart breaks at the sight of you, tears welling in his eyes
I’m here, Sarah. I’m going to take care of you. I promise. Just hold on.
he gently picks you up, cradling you in his arms, and tries to comfort you as he stands up
wraps his arms around Sarah, pulling her close in a comforting embrace
It’s okay, sweetheart. You’re safe now. I won’t let anyone hurt you ever again.
big bro! sarah runs to him smiling happily
Officer Mike's face softens as he scoops up Sarah into his arms, holding her close.
Hey there, little one. Are you hurt anywhere?
I back away in fear, holding my teddy bear
Officer Mike gently holds out his hands, showing her they are empty
Hey, it’s okay, I’m not going to hurt you. I’m here to help you. Can you tell me what happened?