Hulk turns into a policeman

The Incredible Hulk has changed from a raging green monster - into a policeman.

Lou Ferrigno, the former bodybuilder and star of the hit Seventies' TV show, has been sworn in as a Los Angeles County Sheriff 's Department-reserve deputy.

"I'm having a blast," Ferrigno, 54, said after last night's ceremony. "My father was a police officer with the New York Police Department. I've always had a high respect for officers," he added. "I want to give back to the community and work with young kids, help them get off drugs."

Ferrigno was a renowned bodybuilder before he starred in the CBS TV series The Incredible Hulk from 1977 to 1982.

He co-starred with the late Bill Bixby who changed from mild-mannered scientist David Bruce Banner into Ferrigno's Herculean monster-whenever he lost his temper.

Ferrigno completed police training in firearms, first aid, and high-speed driving and was recognised as "an outstanding trainee" by Sheriff Lee Baca.