Community Rallies Behind Lansdale Family, Injured Cop

LANSDALE, PA -- For years, Lansdale resident and Telford borough police officer Brett Popiny has served the local community.

However, he was injured in the line of duty last September, and he's been unable to return to work.

Complicating matters for Popiny and his wife, Colleen, is that they're trying to raise three children. That includes an 11-year-old with cerebral palsy, who requires extra care and resources.

A recently launched GoFundMe is trying to help support the Popinys. A total of $1,500 had been raised as of Monday morning, as the community rallied around the family.

There have been 29 donations made and the story has been shared hundreds of times.

"The Popinys are wonderful people and Brett has dedicated his professional career to serving the community," wrote Christian Barrett, who launched the fundraiser. "It's time that we reverse roles and help the Popiny's in this extremely difficult time."

To learn more about the GoFundMe campaign and to donate, see here.

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