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Have you ever thought about becoming a COP?

Special to the Lake Okeechobee News

Posted 1/14/22

Do you have some spare time and would like to volunteer on our COP (Citizen Observer Patrol)?

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Have you ever thought about becoming a COP?

Posted Friday, January 14, 2022 10:53 am

Special to the Lake Okeechobee News

OKEECHOBEE -- Do you have some spare time and would like to volunteer on our COP (Citizen Observer Patrol)? For as little as two hours a month, you can be a member of one of the most trusted organizations.

The dedicated men and women rode enough volunteer hours to supplement three full-time deputies last year. They are a vital extension of the eyes and ears of the sheriff's office.

If you are interested in this program, please contact Corporal Jack Nash at 863-763-3117 Ext. 5018. Be sure to leave your name and number.

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