(AP) — A
nonprofit foundation has formed to help support Kentucky State Police.
A statement
from police headquarters in Frankfort says the mission of the Kentucky State Police
Foundation is to support the agency, its employees and the families of troopers
who die in the line of duty.
Central Bank
Chief Executive Officer Luther Deaton Jr. was elected president of the
foundation and says he look forward to leading the organization.
The foundation
plans to build public and corporate partnerships for financial support so that
it can provide equipment, training and other resources when other funding isn't
available.
Kentucky State Police
Commissioner Rodney Brewer said support from the foundation will have an impact
on the agency for years to come.
