April 27, 2024

COPs Unit Has Successful Charity Clothing Drive

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Members of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office Community Oriented Policing Unit kicked off a cold-weather gear clothing drive to generate donations for needy residents while drawing attention to National Poverty Awareness Month.

COPs Provide Cold Weather Assistance, Resources

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Employees of the St. Mary’s County Sheriff’s Office and Health Department engaged with homeless residents December 21 to provide essential resources and assistance. They distributed bags containing cold-weather survival supplies, including hats, gloves, socks, blankets, hand warmers, and toiletries. The team also offered information about housing alternatives and food banks.