MISSOURI STATE HIGHWAY PATROL
a division of the
DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SAFETY

Troop G - 1226 W. Bus. 60/63, Willow Springs, MO 65793


News Release

For further information please contact: Sergeant Jeff Kinder
(417) 469-3121, ext. 3735
G06152
June 2, 2015

EMPHASIS: Sixth Annual Tip-A-Cop Fundraiser For Special Olympics Missouri


For 30 years, officers from law enforcement agencies have championed the efforts of Special Olympics Missouri, which creates positive and enduring change in the lives of children and adults with developmental disabilities. Many officers give of their own time to work with these incredible athletes. The Tip-A-Cop fundraiser is one way troopers show their support. Spearheaded by law enforcement personnel assigned to the Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Troop G, this event is in its sixth year.
On Thursday, June 4, 2015, Colton’s Steak House & Grill, located at 1421 Preacher Roe, West Plains, will feature members of Troop G serving as ‘wait staff’ from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. with 100% of their tips going to Special Olympics Missouri. Envelopes will be provided for your tips along with information about Special Olympics. A ‘jail’ will allow patrons to turn in ‘warrants’ to have members of their party arrested and get their pictures taken. The Missouri State Highway Patrol, Colton’s Steak House & Grill, and Special Olympics Missouri invite the public to enjoy a hearty meal in a fun, family friendly atmosphere while at the same time helping our amazing Special Olympics athletes in South-Central Missouri. Your tips for the fine services provided by these outstanding troopers, who are volunteering during their off-duty time, will be most appreciated.
“Troop G has been supporting Special Olympics Missouri through Law Enforcement Torch Run activities for years. This Tip-A-Cop event at Colton’s has become an annual event, and we’re excited to offer something for the entire family,” says Captain Mark Inman, Troop G. “The troopers and Colton’s will do an excellent job, and we hope to have a wonderful evening. Special Olympics athletes are just like any other athlete. They need proper training. It is only through fundraisers like this that we can continue to offer training and sporting events for these fantastic athletes.”
Special Olympics Missouri’s mission is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for all children and adults with developmental disabilities. For more information on the Tip-A-Cop or Special Olympics, contact Sergeant Jeff Kinder or Communications Operator III Lalah Gregory at (417) 469-3121. For more information about Special Olympics, visit the Special Olympics website at www.somo.org.
Approximately 63 percent of Missouri fatal crash victims who are required to be restrained are NOT at the time of the traffic crash. The Patrol urges motorists to protect themselves and their passengers by making sure everyone in the vehicle is properly restrained in a seat belt or child restraint. Join us in supporting the Drive To Zero Highway Deaths. Watercraft operators should ensure that everyone in the vessel is wearing an approved life jacket. Click It 4 Life And Wear It!!
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