An officer and a baby

Twenty-four years ago, Gene Eyster, then with the South Bend, Ind., police department, received a call about a newborn baby found abandoned in a cardboard box. For more than two decades, Eyster wondered what became of that boy. A few weeks ago, he found out, perhaps when he needed to most. Steve Hartman reports.

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[StasieA]

That was no coincidence that he lost his son and this young man came into his life around the same time. Such a beautiful thing. ❤

[mililaniman]

This story reminds me that some people still have good hearts. I love how Gene connected with the young man so many years later.

[maeworth]

This one will really touch your soul! What a fabulous story! I’m so glad, CBS Sunday morning, that you posted it!

[walatsway]

This story shows us all there’s more to life than we the people think ! The reunion was truly a gift to them both❤ And we all think we are in charge! It’s more than that😊

[RJ-gosn]

Steve Hartman, thank you for bringing us this beautiful story! (And all the others that lift and inspire us!)
Hoping these two men can enjoy sharing their friendship for many, many years to come! Blessings.

[steveconn]

That is just freaky! How wonderful Gene found in essence his long lost son ❤❤❤

[CFGossettAbbasHealingArts]

I love stories like this one. They warm my heart and help me realized there is still good in the world today.

[gwynnsocolich]

This made me cry. Each one together made a new family.

[sjwilloughby-greene]

God bless the children and those that love and protect them.🙏

[pepsirodrigiez]

Wow, that was a God blessing.
That after so long they met.😢

[bria]

Such a heart warming good story. Thank you for showing something positive

[margieerwin]

Truly heartwarming! May you both continue to share the love for many years to come. I wonder what happened to that teddy bear.

[verican]

Thank you so much for your great reporting you bring these stories that bring tears too my eyes but also joy to my heart. What a beautiful story. may god protect these officers.. thank you for sharing with us.

[CLBROX]

What a beautiful story! Divine indeed😇

[JSJKJL]

Wow... I don't believe it was a coincidence at all. And I believe Gene's son had a hand in it. I wish them both the best.

[charlenemack]

I love all your stories Steve Hartman. They’re always heartwarming.😊💙

[EdinaTsarwe]

Strong baby boy and God bless new baby amen amen amen ❤❤❤❤❤

[eradicatepoverty]

Hoping they bond the friendship just like a duo (father/son)!

[michaelscot]

Sometimes the universe gets it right. PEACE 💜

[Segurasbusiness]

Beautiful story!....Thousands of babies are sacrificed every year inside their mother's womb but thank God him was able to save this baby from death.