BEAVER DAM, Ky. — The Kentucky State Police Professional Association District 16 conducted its annual “Shop with a Trooper” program today in memory of retired KSP Trooper Jerry Critchelow; who passed away in April 2022. This program is designed to assist children in need during Christmas and Critchelow was instrumental in its success for decades.
Around 138 families, KSP troopers and families, local telecommunicators, Beaver Dam Police Department, Hartford Police Department, Ohio County Sheriff’s Department, Ohio County Constables and Kentucky Probation and Parole met at the Beaver Dam Walmart. Before the shopping began, law enforcement was paired with the families. Due to generous donations, each child was allocated roughly $140 to shop with. The shopping lists consisted of several items including coats, pants, shirts, shoes, hats, gloves, and of course, toys.
The KSP would like to thank everyone who contributed to this needed program including the KSPPA, Walmart, and all those who gave anonymously. The KSP gave a special thanks to Critchelow’s daughter Amanda Fitzgerald for her integral role in the fundraising efforts and its success.
