The McHenry County Sheriff’s Office and the McHenry County Conservation District Police Department host National Night Out Against Crime on Tuesday August 7, 2012 from 5:30 P.M. to 8:00 P.M. at the Harrison Benwell Conservation Area in Wonder Lake. Various, free, interactive events have been planned throughout the night for the community to enjoy and participate in.
All communities of McHenry County are invited to attend this family oriented event. Complimentary food and water will be provided to those in attendance. The Sheriff’s Office and Conservation District Police Department will have current squads, MARV, motorcycles, and police equipment on display. The McHenry County Conservation District will provide a motorcycle precision riding demonstration for attendees to observe their skills. During the night, the Sheriff’s Office K9 unit will provide a police K9 demonstration. Attendees can also gather additional information and assistance with:
• Crime Prevention / Child Passenger Safety Information
• Sweeping Crime Out of our Parks Program
• Electronic Fingerprinting ID System for Children
• Other programs and services provided by your fire and police agencies
National Night Out (NNO) is celebrated annually the first Tuesday of August. The goal of NNO is to promote crime prevention and safety programs, strengthen police-community partnerships, and encourage neighborhood camaraderie in hopes for a safer McHenry County and America. NNO “America’s Night Against Crime” began in 1984 and is celebrated in all 50 states.
Residents can obtain additional information on the McHenry County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page, the Conservation Districts website www.mccdistrict.org or by calling (815)338-2144.
