Logan
County State’s Attorney donates to Safe Passages
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[March 10, 2018]
Jonathan C. Wright, Logan County
State’s Attorney, presented a $500.00 donation to the Lincoln Police
Department Safe Passages Program. Officer Christy Fruge, who
administers the program, accepted the donation on behalf of the
Lincoln Police Department.
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As part of the prosecution of drug related offenses, the Logan County
State’s Attorneys’ Office pursues forfeiture of currency and property
that are affiliated with criminal drug activity. “Although drug
forfeiture funds are traditionally used to assist this office in the
prosecution of drug related crimes, I think it is important to use these
funds to assist those who want help for their drug addiction,” stated
Jonathan Wright. “If a person can get the treatment for their drug
addiction, it will help them to heal and avoid contact with the criminal
justice system,” continued Wright.
Safe Passages is a program through the Lincoln Police Department. The
program provides that any Logan County resident entering the police
station requesting help with their addiction to opiates will be screened
for assistance and transportation to a drug treatment center. If such a
person requesting assistance with their addiction is in possession of
drugs or their drug paraphernalia, they will not be charged criminally
and the items will be collected for proper disposal.
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“I know this donation will help with the great work Officer Fruge is
doing with Safe Passages. I also hope this donation will also draw
attention to the program for anyone who has an opioid addiction and
for anyone who has a loved one or friend who has an opioid
addiction,” commented Wright.
For any questions or details about Safe Passages, please contact
Officer Christy Fruge with the Lincoln Police Department.
[Jonathan C. Wright
Logan County State’s Attorney] |