(La Porte, IN) - The La Porte Police Department has what should be a very fun upcoming fundraiser.

 

A car show will be held to raise money for the department’s SWAT team.  SWAT teams consist of officers trained in resolving high-risk situations like shootouts, hostage takings and raids.  

 

Sgt. A. J. Jaskowiak said the proceeds will be used to help purchase equipment and pay for training officers to become members of the SWAT team.  He said just over 100 car owners showed up in their antique vehicles last year when the fundraiser was held for the first time.

 

“It was pretty successful last year.  We had a really good turnout,” he said.

 

There will also be music, a bounce house and a 50/50 drawing. 

The car show is scheduled August 22 at Sauers GMC at 1900 E. Lincolnway from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

Vehicle owners can register for the event on site from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.  The show will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

 

Jaskowiak said about $5,000 was raised from last year’s car show.