The colorful Guilford County sheriff who likes wearing purple hats and pink vests now some squad cars that match some of his fancy clothing. If you spot a bright pink or purple Guilford County Sheriff’s Office patrol car cruising down the road this month, your eyes aren’t playing tricks on you.
The Guilford County Sheriff’s Office has two unusually colorful patrol cars to draw attention to two important causes during October.
The pink car recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month, while the purple car recognizes Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Sheriff Danny Rogers put the vehicles on display for the public and the media on Thursday, Oct. 8, at the Sheriff’s Office headquarters at 401 W. Sycamore St. in downtown Greensboro.
The idea behind the colorful vehicles is to bring attention to and encourage conversations about two serious issues affecting residents throughout Guilford County and across the country. The Guilford County Board of Commissioners has also recognized both causes. Last October, commissioners proclaimed Breast Cancer Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month – emphasizing the importance of early cancer detection and supporting victims of abuse.
The commissioners will pass another resolution recognizing Domestic Violence Awareness Month at their Thursday, Oct. 15 meeting.
The county’s largest ongoing effort to assist victims of domestic violence is the Guilford County Family Justice Center, which operates locations in both Greensboro and High Point. The center brings together law enforcement, legal professionals, victim advocates and other agencies to help victims obtain protective orders, develop safety plans, find shelter and access other services.At their Oct. 1 meeting, county commissioners approved an agreement with Greensboro to continue funding a Family Justice Center navigator position that helps connect people with those services.
Those seeking help can contact the Family Justice Center at 336-641-7233.
(Photo from the Sheriff’s Office)
