Corporal Travis Carlisle
and Deputy Nala
What could people do to make your
job easier?
Carlisle: The community telling
deputies what they have seen or heard
in different situations and being more
transparent. And understanding that
the best way to reduce crime is giving
us the information that we need to
apprehend wanted suspects.
Nala: I don't really think it could be
any easier for me. After my three years
here, I have developed a great nose,
and when it comes to tracking suspects,
missing persons and locating illegal
drugs, I don't miss.
What makes you feel appreciated?
Carlisle: It's usually the small things
for me. I've had people buy my food at
restaurants or just say thank you as they
walk by.
Nala: For me, it's a simple rub or
scratch and telling me that I'm a good
girl! And throwing my favorite toy.
How do you define success?
After seven years at Macon Bibb
County Law Enforcement, for me,
success is when I see someone that I've
dealt with before getting past whatever
they were going through when we met
and knowing that I may have had a
part in that – whether it's getting off the
streets and working or getting help with
different addictions.
When you wake up in the night, what
do you think about?
Nala: Which couch I hid my toys in.
What is one challenge you would
offer to Macon?
Never miss an opportunity to learn,
and always treat everyone with respect.
If I had more time, I would:
Spend it with my wife and baby girl!
Nala says she would definitely spend it
chasing squirrels or playing fetch.
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