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METHUEN -- Chief Joseph
Solomon is pleased to announce that the Methuen Police Department unveiled
its new "Cruiser of Hope" over the weekend to raise awareness for
breast cancer.
The Cruiser of Hope, or
just "Hope" as the officers call her, was officially put on the
road on Sunday, May 15. Hope will serve as a symbol for the Methuen Police
to show their support for those fighting against breast cancer, and to
recognize the many survivors who serve as an inspiration to others.
With 189,000 miles and
nearing its life expectancy, the 2009 Dodge Charger police cruiser was
originally headed for the junk yard. However, knowing they could put the
vehicle to good use, Methuen Police partnered with two local companies, A
Plus Two Auto Body and Adamson Industries, a local outfitter of emergency
vehicles, to restore and re-purpose the cruiser.
A Plus Two Auto Body
donated all of the required bodywork and paint for the car, and Adamson
Industries donated the time and materials to replace the vehicle's light
bar and complete the interior repairs that were needed to keep the vehicle
road-worthy.
"We are so pleased
with the way this cruiser turned out," Chief Solomon said. "This
is a creative and unique way to raise awareness for breast cancer, and the
happiness and joy the car has already brought to our community is so
rewarding."
In the few days that the
cruiser has been on the road, it has already had a very positive impact
throughout the city. Officers have been flagged down by cancer survivors
who have requested photos with the pink cruiser.
Due to the vehicle's high
mileage, it will not be used on regular patrol. However, Methuen Police
will bring the vehicle to community events as well as parades and local
cruiser convoys.
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