Georgetown Police engage community with shooting fundraiser [Video]

SCOTT COUNTY, KY — The Georgetown Police hosted a shooting competition for the first time Saturday as a way to engage with the community. The police department provided bullets, eye protection, and earplugs, and conducted a safety briefing to ensure everyone knew how to handle a firearm safely.

This fundraiser raises money for the Georgetown Citizens Police Academy, which supports community engagement initiatives and other resources for the police department.

“We do things like ‘Christmas with a Cop.’ We are also getting ready to stuff candy bags for Halloween, which the police officers will distribute,” said Glen Embrey, a member of the academy. “Anything we can do to assist them.”

The Citizens Police Academy works alongside the Georgetown Police Department. Embrey emphasizes that it fosters a better appreciation of the police’s daily responsibilities.

“Getting behind the scenes and seeing how things operate helps people understand the pressure our officers face …