I would say “God bless you” but I’m sure He already has.
I did the same thing in North Carolina. And, believe me, I could barely afford it. This young black lady was holding a baby and was buying milk, eggs, bread and orange juice. She had to tell the clerk to take the oj back. I asked the clerk how much it was and she told me. I said “I’ll pay for it.” The woman cried and just thanked me over and over. Of course, that brought some tears to my eyes and I said “Maybe some day you’ll be able to help someone. I wish you the best.”
By the way, I asked how much the oj was because I wasn’t sure I even had enough money to buy it myself. If I hadn’t, I was going to put something back that I wanted but did not need.
It’s obvious the cop hasn’t missed any meals. That makes his actions even more admirable. He doesn’t know what it’s like to be hungry.