Criminal Justice classes donate food to law enforcement

CORBIN, Ky. (WTVQ) – The Corbin Area Technology Center Criminal Justice classes donated turkey boxes to local law enforcement as part of their class project entitled, ‘Operation Joy.’

The classes donated 15-boxes consisting of a turkey, stuffing, vegetables, and drinks.

The boxes were donated to the Laurel, Knox, and Whitley County Sheriff Offices and the Corbin Police Department. The food will be distributed to needy families.

“The class came up with the idea to help provide food for some of the less fortunate families in the area. The main purpose is to give back to the community, especially during the Christmas Holiday season,” said Criminal Justice teacher Tackett Wilson.

The class partnered with the local Walmart, which donated the stuffing, vegetables and drinks for the boxes. Local businesses, as well as students in the class, donated money for the turkeys.

The class plans to extend the program next year to donate more boxes and food to local law enforcement.

The class worked on the project over the last month. This is the first year for the Criminal Justice class in the Corbin Schools.