Alton Police Department sending representatives to meet with the public

On Wednesday, August 12th from 10-11:30am, the Alton Police Department will be participating in a ‘Coffee with a Cop’ event at Senior Services Plus. 

Officers will be on site to enjoy a cup of coffee with members of the public who wish to meet and get to know a few of the men and women who protect the Alton area.  This event is the first location for a new series that the police department is launching. 

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“The ‘Coffee with a Cop’ is something new we are trying as part of a community outreach initiative,” said Communications Officer Emily Hejna.  “We hope that any member of the Alton community is able to join us to have a nice conversation.”

Senior Services Plus is located at 2603 N. Rodgers Avenue in Alton.  The event is free and open to the public.  For more information, call 618-465-3298 ext. 146.

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