Starbucks employee delivers coffee, food to police officers after New York explosion

Even before police sent out emergency text alerts without photos of the suspect-only identifying him by his name, Ahmad Khan Rahami-people in the city opened their arms to anyone who might feel threatened or profiled across the five boroughs.

But in the face of such sadness and anxiety, and to say nothing of increased tensions between the black community and police, it’s great to see one person going out of their way to make a difference.

An employee from Starbucks brought coffee and pastries to first responders Sunday, bringing a needed break to those firefighters and police officers working the scene.

“I want to give y’all some coffee and some pastries”, he said, passing bag after bag over barricades on Sunday afternoon. “I wish I could do more”.

One thankful New Yorker expressed his gratitude toward NYPD and FDNY first responders with free coffee and treats, in the wake of this weekend’s terrorist attacks. And judging by the responses from the city employees, which included EMTs, it was clear the act appeared was wholly appreciated. After handing several bags of Starbucks coffee and candies to the man, they shook hands. “Bravo to this man for his generosity and kindness!”

In less than 24 hours, the clip has already racked up over 7 million views on Facebook.

“These guys run to danger instead of. running from danger”, he said. “I just wanted to thank y’all. We should be nice to each other, we should be kind to each other”.