Positive Moments: Rochester police surprise 7-year-old girl with birthday parade

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Rochester police surprise a 7-year-old girl on her birthday during the COVID-19 outbreak.

ROCHESTER, Minn. (FOX 9) - As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, FOX 9 is highlighting the moments that make us smile.

Police in Rochester, Minnesota shared a video of their surprise birthday parade for a 7-year-old girl on April 3.

"Today, we had the honor of making a 7th birthday a little brighter," officials wrote on Facebook. "Not only did this sweet little girl lose out on a birthday party with her friends but also lost her mom to cancer in January. Thankfully Public Safety was able to help with a parade past her home. She said 'This was the best day ever!' We are humbled by her joy and grateful we could bring a little sunshine to her day."

Rochester, Minnesota police surprise 7-year-old girl with birthday parade

Rochester, Minnesota police surprised a 7-year-old girl with a birthday parade Friday! Credit: Rochester PD

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