Video: Retiring Tennessee Officer Makes Final Radio Call to Dispatcher Daughter

After 25 years of service with the Chattanooga Police Department, Officer Austin Garrett signed off for the final time on Friday. Austin's daughter, Haley, was the Hamilton County 911 Emergency Communications District Dispatcher on the other end of that emotional call.

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February 11, 2019

Video: Retiring Tennessee Officer Makes Final Radio Call to Dispatcher Daughter

His daughter, Haley, was the dispatcher on the other end of the line as Chattanooga Officer Austin Garrett signed off for the final time.

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After 25 years of service to with the Chattanooga Police Department, Officer Austin Garrett signed off for the final time on Friday. Austin's daughter—Haley—was the Hamilton County 911 Emergency Communications District Dispatcher on the other end of that emotional call.

"Thank you for 25 years of service at the Chattanooga Police Department," Haley replied over the radio. "You've been a mentor and great friend to many during your career. We all wish you well in your future endeavors. Thank you for your hard work and dedication. I love you, Daddy."

Chattanooga PD posted video of the exchange on Facebook .

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