The Panama City Police Department will host the “2014 National Night Out” Tuesday from 5 to 8 p.m. at the Panama City Mall near the Sears parking area. This annual children’s event is designed to provide youth with information on crime and drug awareness and to generate support and participation in local law enforcement and first responder efforts.
“It’s an informative event to teach kids crime and safety awareness,” said officer Richard Thore, PCPD spokesman. “Plus our agency and the others will have displays and give residents a chance to meet first responders to promote community gelling.”
The event will host several displays from the PCPD and Panama City Beach Police Department, as well as other local agencies. Kids can also get a chance to check out some of the equipment used in law enforcement.
Citizens will be able to interact with first responders and receive crime prevention and personal safety information. There will be a live bicycle and motorcycle demonstration, bounce houses for the children and free hotdogs, drinks and other treats. Representatives from the Target Corporation will be in attendance and will raffle off a boy’s and girl’s bicycle during the event.
Questions on the event can be directed to officer Matthew Cole or Capt. Mark Aviles at (850) 872-3100.