From the quiet streets of small-town Tallassee, the beloved duo of officer Hunter Saint and his goofy sidekick, Blek, are capturing the hearts of millions around the world as the unexpected pair have become social media sensations.
Born and raised in Elmore County, the 35-year-old has been living his dream as a police officer in Tallassee for more than a decade. Inspired by his family roots in law enforcement, Saint always knew he wanted to follow in his father’s footsteps. His father spent 40 years in uniform, serving first as a Montgomery police officer before finishing his career as an Alabama State Trooper.
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Saint and Blek patrol the small-town streets of Tallassee together.
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The duo inspires millions of viewers online with their viral videos
Courtesy of Hunter Saint
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