Community support for Officer Ellis

RICHMOND, Ky. (WTVQ) – Madison County has come together in tragedy. Many people are praying and supporting Officer Daniel Ellis and his family.

Officer Ellis remains in critical condition at the University of Kentucky hospital after being shot on Wednesday while investigating an attempted robbery.

Some schools and businesses wore blue on Thursday to honor Officer Ellis.

Purdy’s Coffee Co. will be having a fundraiser concert Thursday night. Tips and a portion of proceeds from the night will be donated to the Ellis family.

ABC 36 is also told a food truck will be near the Madison County Courthouse on Friday, donating money from sales to the Ellis family.

The Richmond Police Department says an account has been set up at Peoples Bank of Madison County for anyone wanting to donate.

RPD also says donations can be mailed to:

Peoples Bank of Madison County
PO Box 219
Berea, KY 40403

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