Group has enjoyable, offers again to legislation enforcement at cornhole match

HATTIESBURG, Miss. (WDAM) – First responders and the group obtained collectively for some wholesome competitors for the Hattiesburg Police Department’s first-ever “Bags and Badges” cornhole match.

While the occasion concerned everybody having some enjoyable, the match additionally was staged for an excellent trigger.

All the proceeds went in the direction of the Hattiesburg Police Department’s Benevolent Fund, which helps officers and their households throughout occasions of want, grief, and retirement.

“If they have a death in the family, we send flowers, said HPD Officer David Matos, Hattiesburg Police Benevolent Association president. ”When an officer retires, we pay for his or her get together, or we pay for his or her weapon, their badge that claims retired, after which a plaque.”

Matos stated it was nice to see the group help for the brand new occasion.

“This is our first time doing this, but look at the community outpour we have,” he stated. “It’s amazing how the citizens in this town come together and they help us out every time.” Matos stated.

The match additionally obtained main help from the Forrest County legislation enforcement group as effectively City of Hattiesburg departments.

In addition to HPD, different groups competing included Forrest County Sheriff’s Office, Hattiesburg Fire Department, twelfth Circuit District Attorney’s Office and metropolis administration.

Team Farris captured first place, whereas Sanford and Son got here in second.

HPD stated it hopes to carry again the match yearly.

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