Broadcast time: 8:02 AM |
Date: May 8, 2014 |
The numbers are in and the Sarnia Police Service considers the 2014 Shred It Event a huge Success. A total of 603 people attended the event on April 26, 2014. Volunteers shredded a total of 14,212 lbs. (6,460 kg) of documents dropped off. The event began in 2006 and since that time 1778 people have dropped off 55,802 lbs. (25,682 kg) of personal documents, receipts and records. This effort assists in reducing fraud and identity theft.
The Sarnia Police Service would like to thank Wal-Mart and Shred-It for their continued support.
Constable Les Jones
Media Relations Officer
Tel: 519-344-8861 Ext 5345
Email: ljones@police.sarnia.on.ca