The Henry County Sheriff’s Office has announced a cool new way to encourage bicycle and scooter safety among local youth this summer—by rewarding safe riders with a free ice cream treat.
In a new initiative launched in partnership with area ice cream establishments, uniformed deputies will be on the lookout for children practicing safe riding habits, particularly those wearing helmets. When a deputy spots a young rider following safety guidelines, they may pull over—just to say thank you and hand out a special “ticket” redeemable for a free ice cream treat.
In a recent Facebook post from the Sheriff’s Department, “This is a great opportunity to promote safety in a way that’s positive and fun. We’re proud to work with our local businesses to encourage good habits and give back to the kids in our community.”
To ease any concerns, the Sheriff’s Office clarified that only uniformed deputies in marked HCSO vehicles or on foot patrol will issue the reward tickets.
The Sheriff’s Office also gives a shout-out to the participating ice cream shops for their support, noting that the campaign wouldn’t be possible without their generosity.
As summer kicks into gear, this initiative offers a sweet reminder for families: a helmet and a little caution can go a long way.