A dad was taking his son to rehab, but the son didn’t want to go. He was scared and didn’t agree to get help. On the way, the son took his dad’s phone and called the police, saying he was being kidnapped.
Starting rehab can be really frightening, especially if someone doesn’t think they need help or is afraid of going through withdrawal.
When Officer Mike Carpinelli showed up, he didn’t get angry or forceful. Instead, he calmly listened to both the son and the father. He knew that addiction is a health problem, not a crime. He took time—more than an hour—to talk kindly with the son, share stories, and answer his questions.
Eventually, the son agreed to go to rehab, but only if Officer Carpinelli would take him. So the officer drove him there himself, with no sirens or flashing lights—just a quiet ride toward a better future.
When they got to the rehab center, Officer Carpinelli didn’t just drop the young man off. He went inside with him to help him feel supported during a hard time. Addiction affects the whole family, causing a lot of pain, fear, and sadness. This story shows that kindness and care can really help, even when things feel at their worst.
We don’t know what happened after, but that hour of kindness gave the son a chance to begin getting better. If you or someone you love is dealing with addiction, remember you’re not alone. Help and hope are out there, and sometimes getting better starts with just one person who keeps trying.