How two bitter enemies became friends

A police officer in Milwaukee and a man who spent years in and out of jail have formed an unlikely relationship. It's a story that shows how a little trust can turn an enemy into an ally. Steve Hartman reports.

[@yticivam]

Whoever setup that meeting needs a medal.

[@benja303]

Telling my kids this is Jake Perolta and Doug Judy

[@thecancelling2870]

It'd be funny if Jacob made provide extra references.

[@jeffbezos6748]

Gonna go ahead and make everyone mad. God did

[@dude9318]

@@jeffbezos6748 what?

[@malacefromthepalace5657]

A gold one three

[@onthefence1492]

Just imagine how many "street guys" just want or need rather, a job and/or a good friend..

[@jadangor1078]

Somebody in these comments said that this dude is back in jail for drugs again

[@angeofdeth6552]

@@jadangor1078 haters

[@marksmall1476]

It seem's that the white guy suffers from white guilt and the black guy has none what so ever.

[@benitodifrancesco7254]

@@marksmall1476 you misused white guilt

[@jr1434]

@@jadangor1078 Hope not...

[@jroc2k]

As a black man this makes me proud of my black brother, I hope this brotha will continue to grow

[@kanyesmemeemporium836]

It’s great to see him get a job and get his life back on track, especially considering how long he had been on the street. He shows it’s never too late to change

[@jroc2k]

@@kanyesmemeemporium836 That is true my brotha 💯

[@snowglider400]

why the color though?

[@jroc2k]

@@snowglider400 good question, because we are the most hated race in the world, we got shot by cops just for being black, it makes me proud to see my brother or any black person do something good because we get accused of everything

[@snowglider400]

@@jroc2k you are racist

[@PerrenialMillennial]

The fact that he now works under that same guy and they are both friends is brilliant.

[@jonburrows2684]

He's on the management team now lol.

[@alsenar2]

That's how the system should work in general. Helping people to find a new way and not just locking them up for a few years.

[@phillipswatson3452]

Mrssewhardtoplease ALSO... HOMELESSNESS SHELTERS BIG BUSINESS.. SMDH

[@jay-xj1om]

@Mrssewhardtoplease Don't generalize "the rich" like that. They're just like any group of people.

[@jadangor1078]

I agree

[@knaziringram4589]

Totally agree

[@robert7984]

This is how it should be.

[@earlwalker8618]

awwww

[@ganimecore7041]

awwwww

[@FallingGalaxy]

The helping one another part of things, absolutely. The way race still causes people to have less opportunities in education and careers in life, not at all. Imagine if most poor people were redheads or had green eyes, it would be just as stupid and ignorant as the problems we have in reality.

[@infinitesimotel]

No it shouldn't.

[@ivoryfyall4231]

Yessss Instead of chasing him Dwnnnn & shooting him dead Good job you guys.

[@benjamindanielsen5204]

I can just imagine the banter between them, "Hey wanna grab lunch at Jimmy's Pizza? It's near 6th and 20th where I busted you with that brick of coke."

[@komrad822]

Or "Yo lets hit up Pablo's, we used to do hand offs in their parking lot."

[@onizuka255]

💀💀💀💀😂😂😂

[@jabirbashir7436]

Hahaha

[@jamesfelipe3581]

This story is so hard not to shed a tear. The best of enemies.

[@COYBIG1967]

That’s such an amazing story. Ppl make mistakes , yes uphold the law and protect but also if you can , help ppl to become better . Both of them are good men

[@foreveralways6015]

Now this is heartwarming and newsworthy.

[@mikewhipkey6863]

we need more stories like this that brings everyone together black, white, democrats, republicans it shouldn't matter we are all the same in that we all want a better life

[@jamesk.774]

Beautifully summarized, Mike.

[@AdrianaMartinez-mv8js]

🙏🏼🙏🏼💖🍍🇺🇸

[@jadangor1078]

Facts

[@pleasebringmeback]

Unfortunatelly Democrats will never accept Republicans, because they don’t want peace they want power, to get this power they separate groups and communities and exploit each characteristics.

[@calvincarter591]

We are not all the same

[@professionalbiologist7108]

"Love your Enemies and do good to them that hate you..." -Jesus Christ. Reason: They end up like this.

[@pigjubby1]

Yes, Jesus is the answer.

[@susanb5058]

pigjubby1 amen!!

[@gamabyte28]

im pretty sure jesus didnt speak engilsh

[@atlemea891]

I’m a Muslim and this is very true.

[@gamabyte28]

@@jasondaly4040 lol it was 2 months ago

[@leahartlee29]

am so grateful for these stories, they give me hope for humanity!!

[@chanyell22]

i like how they got them together and actually cared

[@jali276]

Such a cool story we need lots more of these in the headlines

[@lilianadelcaribe]

ur really pretty

[@faisalihsan7826]

I'm freaking crying like a baby watching it please people lets get alone we can do better we all human brothers and sisters

[@buffalogal37]

I do not know how I got to this video but we need more of this kindness and unity in the world, very wonderful! :)

[@roseknox6195]

These are the kind of stories we need to hear.

[@davezierden8496]

Boy I shed a few tears hearing this story That's for sure!! Why can't Dave hear more stories like this?? It be a nicer world if he could!!

[@Eskii_NZL]

What I love about this is that he is genuinely appreciative of that cop helping him get his life started

[@joyh.729]

What a beautiful story!🌟 thanks for this😊

[@thejaxter6384]

Love to see two guys doing the right thing together. One step at a time and we'll get there eventually.

[@lindajackson1791]

Great story shows how you never know who you meet on life can be your blessing

[@gandysweet4288]

Yes! Good news , its so nice to hear something positive thanks !😊 we need more of this

[@damiensteiner9919]

Well done Jacob. A real man learns by his mistakes & becomes the man he should be. So happy for you.

[@lamodification]

Black Dude got "Heat" written on his back. Greatest encouter of movie history.

[@zionakinjide650]

Compassion is the key.

[@kxmode]

it is, but even more so, love. compassion is an aspect of love. 🙂

[@jannettsnow6871]

So very inspiring.. Shows people can get along & change

[@aliceinhanes]

Absolutely what this world needs

[@thungchilee6018]

"When a man’s ways please the LORD, He makes even his enemies to be at peace with him" (Proverbs 16:7)

[@preciouslove1521]

Thanks for giving him another chance and God bless you and family 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾

[@susanb5058]

What a BEAUTIFUL story!!! This gives me hope in these trying times of 2020!!!

[@kimberlyrice4294]

What a great idea! Loved the story and the men. I’ve often thought, just lock two people with bad issues between them in a room together until they shape up and start acting right!

[@guru4801]

With everything going on in 2020 this was nice to watch

[@mariaclayton9892]

@thomas anderson So are you. You are entangled in your own mind and miserable. Maybe you can get some help!

[@markstero7063]

1:25 From the look on his face that guy just needed some good love and care bruh❤

[@SuperSpace2009]

What an awesome story! This is proof the we can get along if we find a way! People just need help! This was so important I had to watch this again!

[@edithbannerman4]

@Hello there, how are you doing this blessed day?

[@itzjo6649]

This is such a beautiful story with such a happy ending.

[@renesegat235]

Take note law enforcement. A little love, understanding and no judgeing performs miracles. what a beautiful story.

[@shena1256]

We need more of this ❤️

[@cattleherder1912]

It takes a true man to change his ways like that. Respect.

[@mrniceguy7440]

This just goes to prove that men can establish friendship anywhere and anytime with anyone under any circumstances 💯 Great story

[@runner6500]

He wanted a job, but had to sell drugs to live. Ray understood.

[@chrissyg55]

That's all he needed was a chance. Too many times you wait for the call that never come for a job. Bills and hunger come all the time.

[@mikeyyy6692]

That's what they left us , even in this day and time , that a feel good story but black ppl don't get it twisted, we had no opportunities jobs, good education ,no chance that's all he could do was to try and hit a lick he need to eat to.

[@vshah1010]

He was self-employed, in his own business, selling drugs.

[@timrobbins7030]

This made me tear up with joy.

[@frodeskibrek]

Jacob. May you have a good life. And God Bless.

[@MusicforMe123]

We need more news like this. People are normally good at heart, there are a lot of stories like these out there, keep them coming... life is short but always good!

[@justinreed7093]

what a great story proof you should always give someone a chance

[@notoriousei9650]

"'we all can come together as brothers"! cause r when we look passed our differences( "u we see the humanity in us all")!!

[@refugeofthoughts8870]

This made me super happy. People can change when they want to.

[@jackmihoff9104]

everytime i watch this it gets better

[@rodolfoayalajr.8589]

Emotional 😭 Amen 🙏🏻.

[@ladyt4062]

Beautiful story!

[@dimensionexo.]

🛐 Love empathy and kindness - Conquers ingrained hate and bigotry ✨

[@satchels6451]

2:25 the guy smiling in the background makes it EVEN BETTER

[@ramishrambarran3998]

Respect to you both. Trinidad & Tobago.

[@bosiboreibonkhiyah3105]

Wow just wow....We need more cops like him !!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@manuelmadrid1050]

What a great story!

[@ladydesiree9330]

Their is hope, an anything is possible this warms my heart.

[@wcharliewilson7004]

"Here on the streets of Milwaukee, two men share a mutual disgust...--having viewed the RedLetterMedia review of 'Surviving Edged Weapons'"

[@ryanboyd100]

Beautiful Story

[@Wtfdoesitmatter]

This is what happens when cops stop being judgemental and give someone a chance. Stop locking people up with no real rehabilitation programs and walking away thinking you have done a good job. Im not saying all can be saved, just that you can't start to think no one can be saved. Glad to see this!

[@mjade1673]

Why So Serious? yeah , but thats our system. its not the cops fault. but i see what you're saying. i sometimes wonder too... what if. what if the officers stop participating in this system

[@Nichole2228]

I don't understand why inmates aren't taught a trade while they are incarcerated. If they're gonna get out, give them the skills necessary to succeed.

[@Fent1231]

If they keep breaking the law it is not the cops fault that he keeps going to jail/prison..

[@geraldjohnson3216]

So true i hope humanity can work together

[@jlbrebels]

The cops job is LAW ENFORCEMENT, he is not a social worker or counselor. Stop committing crimes like this guy did and magically you stop going to jail.

[@omegaluljebaited363]

This is honestly beautiful

[@themeantuber]

Wow! This is so heartwarming... 😢❤️🙏🕊️

[@danponitlong]

WONDERFUL HEPL FROM THAT COP THAT WAS THE ONE WITH GOOD HEAT AND TRUE LOVE TO HELP A YOUNG MAN THAT WAS FAILING HIMSELF BY GETTING INTO TROUBLE AND GOING IN AND OUT OF JAIL...THANK HE TURN HIMSELF AROUND WITH GREAT HELP FROM HIS ENEMY THE GOOD HEARTED COP....GOD BLESS THE GOOD AND THAT GUY WHO IS THE COP TRUE FRIEND.....NEVER KNOW SOMETIMES...BUT IT HAPPEN..

[@terrencealston370]

God is GOOD, SO GOOD!!! Nothing but the best for those 2 men, their families and their purpose!!!!

[@ginam2817]

Sometimes all someone needs is a chance and knowing that someone believes in them

[@AbrahamPalmer-wj5cb]

Exactly

[@mattweisbart4061]

That is a beautiful story.

[@mikebugatti718]

great story

[@bigjohn3928]

Great story,,,Some real reporting...

[@tonywonder2222]

Yes, making friend better than making enemy. ! no war , peace in mind !

[@abellara8866]

Very touching story

[@raybejar7074]

Beautiful story! Based on love!

[@UnkleAce]

Need more NEWS like this

[@Ayo.Bruh.]

2:49 that was the nastiest ankle breaker I’ve ever seen in a wholesome news report. Man showed no mercy

[@BigBoy-bx1dw]

Great story. Happy for him to see his successes in life and a beautiful family.

[@Diddlebop49]

This guy seems super cool hes so geeked during the whole interview look at that mans eyes

[@LifelinkTV]

Finally something worth seeing in my recommended vids section.

[@pcx4545]

a wise man gets more from his enemies than a fool from his friends

[@turekihlstedt1549]

0:47 "who sat down one day over a cup of cof." **chuckles**

[@scottadams6506]

What many don't realize is we have much more in common than we have differences

[@laurieberryman4998]

That is so sweet they were meant to be friends

[@robertspencer1205]

Beautiful!

[@motherjugs5163]

You can see the goodness deep down inside of Jacob, it just took someone else to show him the right way.

[@AbrahamPalmer-wj5cb]

Exactly

[@saintr3394]

RAY !!!!!!! GOOD JOB!!!!!! an example of a simple word.. opportunity

[@jehovahuponyou]

WONDERFUL STORY - BRAVO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@ChrisM-zm4li]

So the cop FINALLY did something that actually caused a change for the better, which should be his job the whole time.

[@Marcus-bh5rl]

Love how learning new job skills really means take these boxes from over here and set them down over there.

[@rosalindgibbs2980]

There was a lot of Hope in that story...

[@arunlakra8118]

Who else is watching this in 2020.

[@perpetualmotion8090]

Me!

[@BosisofSweden]

Sometimes all a person needs is some trust and he will blossom...

[@nicoguerrero7301]

Great story

[@kisstina6813]

This is what the news needs to put out there. Justice for wrong doings need to happen behind the scenes within the court system. News has become so toxic!

[@Drunkensailorgaming]

What a great story

[@MarkSmith-zt9jc]

great story!!!!😀

[@donnamoore246]

This is beautiful

[@HigherCelf100]

This is powerful! This is beautiful. We can, with the help of the Almighty, create the type of peace and happiness we desire to see in this world.

[@michaelstarina9675]

beautiful story, what an inspiration.

[@dalamarwren424]

This shows that there might be a side to every story, and there are those that can see there side and break the cycle of hate. There is more light in this world than people give it credit for. And will always fuel my belief that eventually good will overcome evil. Stay honorable, be passionate, and don’t give up on yourself or others. Odin Kaerasta.

[@quirinm.]

In Highschool i got into a fight with another guy over some stupid misunderstanding and we both had a black eye and lost teeth and while waiting in the principals office we became friends and he still is the most loyal friend I have to this day 6 years later

[@jacksonbangs6603]

What a positive story!😀

[@Yahya_509]

This is a great example of the saying, « there is good people’s among all creed of life! «