LPD hosts first “Cops and Communities” gathering

  • SERVICE WITH A SMILE- The Levelland Police Department hosted their first “Cops and Communities” Thursday at the Kauffman Park. Pictured from right to left are: Detectives Lopez, Ramirez and Whooten preparing food for community members and first responders attending the event. (Staff photo by Essence Childers)
    SERVICE WITH A SMILE- The Levelland Police Department hosted their first “Cops and Communities” Thursday at the Kauffman Park. Pictured from right to left are: Detectives Lopez, Ramirez and Whooten preparing food for community members and first responders attending the event. (Staff photo by Essence Childers)
  • ADOPTION BOOTH - The Levelland Animal Shelter hosted an adoption booth during the first “Cops and Communities” held by the Levelland Police Department Thursday at Kauffman Park. Pictured are community members talking with Animal Shelter staff and playing with the animals that could be adopted. (Staff photo by Essence Childers)
    ADOPTION BOOTH - The Levelland Animal Shelter hosted an adoption booth during the first “Cops and Communities” held by the Levelland Police Department Thursday at Kauffman Park. Pictured are community members talking with Animal Shelter staff and playing with the animals that could be adopted. (Staff photo by Essence Childers)

    The Levelland Police Department (LPD) held their first “Cops and Communities” event at the Kauffman Park Thursday evening.

    LPD Chief Erica O’Bryon has been working to put together the series which focuses on small (three to four blocks) gatherings. The chief plans to hold several gatherings throughout all areas of Levelland with the next event set for April 22 in the Capital Elementary area.

    The goal is to have more intimate interactions with community members and allow for time to talk about any concerns or questions community members have. This will also allow for more interaction with officers and possibly enjoy games and activities.

    “I would encourage anybody that is interested in hosting a Cops and Communities to simply contact their neighbors first.” said O’Bryon. “If I have somebody that's willing to let us go in front of their house, we'll block the road off and do an event.”