MSP Officer Captures Pokemon At 'National Night Out' Event
SALISBURY, Md. (WJZ) -- Law enforcement gathered for the National Night Out in Salisbury City Park on Tuesday evening showed Pokemon Go players how it's done.
A Maryland State Police officer snagged the Pokemon "Krabby" at the event, in a capture that was later tweeted by the Salisbury Police Department's official account.
A wild "Nidoran" also appeared.
It's a sign that even police can appreciate the addictive game, which has become a magnet for crime-related headlines since being rolled out.
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