Florissant Community Fundraises for Injured Officer, Family

While Florissant Police Officer Mike Vernon recovers from mortal injuries, the and community have pulled together to support his family and him.

will open its doors to the public Saturday to host a fundraiser for Officer Vernon and his family.

The benefit will start at 2 p.m. and keep going until 10 p.m. The event will feature live music, raffles and drawings, too.

IF you’re not able to make it out Saturday, there’s still an opportunity to donate to the family.

A check can be sent to the Florissant Police Welfare Association, in care of Officer Mike Vernon, at 1700 N. Highway 67, Florissant, MO 63031.