The 20th Annual Blue Steel Challenge raises money for tipsters

TUPELO, Miss. (WCBI) – It was a chance for local law enforcement officers to engage in some friendly competition while helping Crimestoppers in Northeast Mississippi.

The 20th annual Blue Steel Challenge was held at the North Mississippi Law Enforcement Training Center in Tupelo.

More than twenty officers competed in firearms competitions, including a three-man obstacle course.

All proceeds from gate receipts, sponsorships and other donations will help Crime Stoppers of Northeast Mississippi pay tipsters who provide information leading to the arrest of crime suspects throughout the region.

Minister Bill Allen says everyone needs to work together.

“We cover the largest geographic area of ​​any Crime Stoppers group in Mississippi, the population is not that large, but we cover ten counties and we have coordinators who work with us. Captain Harville is working with us and we appreciate the sheriff’s assistance. Chiefs and all the counties that participate with us,” Allen said.

The three best participants were awarded.

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