Dearborn Heights first in U.S. with Arabic on police patch

Michigan police force becomes first in US to have Arabic writing on its patch

The police force called the new patch a sign of 'unity' and 'respect.'

Michigan city unveils nation's first Arabic language police patch · American Wire News

A Michigan city has sparked controversy over the introduction of a new police uniform patch that features Arabic language, making history as the first in the nation to do so. The Dearborn Heights Police Department unveiled a new optional patch that features the state’s official seal, along with the Arabic script, which will be unreadable for many but easily interpreted by Muslims who comprise a considerable portion of the Detroit-area city’s pop…

Dearborn Heights Police Department trots out 'optional patch' featuring Arabic and English text

The Dearborn Heights Police Department in Michigan unveiled an "optional patch" officers may opt to wear that includes both English and Arabic language text.

Dearborn Heights Police Department proposes optional uniform patches

DEARBORN HEIGHTS — The Dearborn Heights Police Department has announced a new, optional police patch for their uniforms. The patch, designed by Officer Emily Murdoch, is intended to reflect and honor the diversity in the community. If approved, the optional patch includes the Michigan seal in the center with the words “Dearborn Heights Police” written in both English and Arabic and would be the first police patch in the country to feature Arabic…

Dearborn Heights Police unveil first Arabic uniform patch in US

The new optional patch displays the Michigan seal, encircled by “Dearborn Heights Police” written in both English and Arabic. Officers are not required to wear it, but the department says it marks a step toward inclusion.

Dearborn Heights Police Department Unveils Police Patch with Arabic Writing

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