The Lima Police Department has been looking for ways to show its appreciation for graduating seniors and they did so today in social distancing fashion. LPD hosted a drive-thru cookout for graduating seniors from Lima Senior, Temple Christian and Lima Central Catholic. They could drive up in the Clock Tower Plaza around lunch time and get a big lunch and some prizes. Much of the food and drinks were donated by places like Meijer, Pepsi and Coca-Cola. Officers a part of Community Oriented Policing felt the seniors had a difficult end to their high school careers and wanted to show their support.
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The Lima Police Department hit the streets on this Good Friday with their friend the Easter Bunny to hand-deliver Easter goodies to area kids. The COP officers at the Lima Police Department wanted to make sure everyone has a good Easter despite the circumstances of the pandemic. Every kid who was signed up got a visit from the Easter Bunny and a police officer bearing gifts.
As you bring in the new year you want to keep in mind safety during your celebration.
Just like every new year, law enforcement are cautioning people not to fire their guns into the air. It's a great safety concern. According to the Associated Press, an Ohio boy was struck by a random gun shot last New Year's Eve. Another thing the Lima Police are warning against is the use of fireworks. Fireworks are illegal in the state of Ohio and are also a safety risk. LPD will have increased enforcement on New Year's Eve looking to keep the public safe.
As you're out there getting that Black Friday shopping done, keep in mind there are safety precautions you want to take while shopping.
The Lima Police has some tips for your shopping such as try and shop during the day. If you shop at night, go with someone else and park under a light near the business. Don't leave any valuables visible in your car, rather lock them in the trunk. Carry money in your front pocket and purses close to you. Report any missing credit cards to your companies immediately. Overall just be conscious of your surrounding.