The El Paso County Sheriff's Office Mounted Unit has been graced with a $15,000 donation from God's Pantry Ministry, as per an announcement released on April 25th. This local non-profit, nestling in the Security-Widefield area, has chosen to not only recognize the intrinsic value of public safety but also to commemorate the service of two fallen equine comrades, Major Bradley and Zulu. This contribution mirrors a previous act of generosity in 2024 when God's Pantry donated in honor of K9 Jinx, heroically fallen in the line of duty.
“It is a privilege to support those who serve,” Carey Adams, the Owner of God's Pantry Ministry, expressed, according to the El Paso County Sheriff's Office. Adams further articulated, “We were deeply moved by the loss of Major Bradley and Zulu, and we hope this donation reflects our continued appreciation for the work of the Sheriff’s Office and the noble animals who serve alongside them.”
The funds, as detailed by the El Paso County Sheriff's Office, are earmarked to effectively cover the costs of acquiring two additional horses and desperately needed equipment and feed. The mounted unit stands as a symbol not only of law enforcement but community engagement, a sentiment echoed by Sheriff Joseph Roybal. In paying tribute to the lost horses, he shared their impact, “Major Bradley and Zulu were more than equine partners; they were ambassadors of our agency, connecting with the community they served and embodying the strength and spirit of our western heritage,” Roybal said in their statement.
