Van Nuys Division Toys on Patrol NA17206rh

WHAT:The Los Angeles Police Department’s Van Nuys Division Toys on Patrol Officers will be conducting a toy drive for the children.

WHEN: Saturday, December 9, 2017 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

WHERE: Van Nuys Community Police Station Courtyard 6240 Sylmar Ave Van Nuys, CA 91401

WHO: LAPD Captain Lillian Carranza, Commanding Officer, Van Nuys Division LAPD Sergeant Maria Pedroza, Van Nuys Community Relations Office LAPD Officer Francisco De Jesus, Van Nuys Division LAPD Van Nuys Community Relations Office

WHY: Van Nuys Community Relations Office is hosting their 3rd Annual Toy Drive to help gather many unwrapped toys for children in need this festive holiday. Officers worked in partnership with the local businesses, schools, and neighboring LAPD Divisions to make this toy drive grow for the benefit of the children.

MEDIA PARKING: Media is encouraged to park in the parking lot to the rear of the Local Public Library located adjacent to the Van Nuys Police Station.

**Officers will be in the COURTYARD. **

**Media wanting to interview officers helping with the toy drive should meet in Front of Van Nuys Station at 9 a.m.**

CONTACT: For questions, please contact Officer Francisco De Jesus, Van Nuys Community Relations Office, at (818) 374-9406.