The local law enforcement community is rallying around one of their own, Apache Junction Police Officer Gabriel Facio, who was critically injured in the line of duty. The Apache Junction Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 83 has teamed up with Mesa Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 9 Charity Foundation in a show of communal support for Facio's family as he remains hospitalized after an incident on Monday, according to a recent release.
These organizations are calling upon the public to join them in their support through donations. People looking to help can make online donations, which is the preferred method as outlined by the Mesa Fraternal Order of Police, or by dropping off or mailing a check to designated addresses. A GoFundMe page has also been established. Any of these avenues offers a pathway for the community to express their compassion and generosity in support of Officer Facio and his family, amidst trying times.
The online donation can be made through the Mesa FOP website; visitors should navigate to the "Foundation" section and click "Make a Difference" to find the PayPal option. Donors need to include a note stating the donation is "For AJPD Officer Facio," ensuring that the funds are directed accordingly. Checks mailed to Mesa FOP Lodge 9 should also bear the same note.
For those preferring to personally hand-deliver their contributions, the Apache Junction Police Department is accepting checks at their Idaho Road location. The GoFundMe campaign, "Help Officer Facio and Family Heal," provides an alternative for online contributors who wish to support the cause. In a statement from the Apache Junction FOP Lodge 83, they expressed their heartfelt thanks, saying, "Your compassion, generosity, and support are deeply appreciated as we stand together for Officer Facio and his loved ones."
Steadfast in their commitment to one another, the law enforcement and local communities continue to demonstrate their unyielding support as Officer Gabriel Facio fights to recover. Those wishing to show support can find more details on how to donate on the respective organizations' websites and the GoFundMe page.
