Grotto developed from convicted cannabis cultivator's tent
Over the Christmas period Waterside Neighbourhood Policing Team came up with a creative way of raising money for Northern Ireland Hospice and the Law Enforcement Torch Run.
Utilising a tanning tent formerly used by a local convicted cannabis cultivator they developed a Santa’s Grotto in their office.
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Hide AdThey invited colleagues and members of local partner agencies for tea, mince pies and a chat with Santa, raising £300 in the process.
The PSNI stated: “Equipment originally used for the evils of drug crime was turned into a positive outcome for deserving charities whilst pushing the Roadsafe message to our wider community.
“Thank you to all who gave their support.”