East End Police Join Forces To 'Shop With A Cop,' Bring Joy To Kids

EAST END, NY — Police officers teamed up with Walmart recently to bring holiday joy to children whose families are struggling this season.

On Dec. 8, members of the Southampton Town Police Department, the Southampton Town Police Explorers, the New York State Police, Westhampton Village Police and HUGS participated in a “Shop with a Cop” event sponsored by Walmart, police said.

"The event was an outstanding success, helping children and families from Southampton Town bring holiday cheer to the season," Southampton Town Police said.

Walmart, police said, provided a large donation, as did the Southampton Town Superior Officers Association, Southampton Town Police Benevolent Association, and Westhampton Beach Police Benevolent Association; HUGS, Inc. provided additional funds to the program, officials said.

"We would like to especially thank Walmart and their employees, who were so welcoming and assisted us in spreading this holiday cheer. It brought much-needed joy," Southampton Town Police said. "The program has been a highlight of our officers' year, allowing us to bring joy to deserving families — especially this year, which has been so tough on our community."

For additional information about the program, contact Lieutenant Susan Ralph at sralph@southamptontownny.gov.