The program lasted three days to make sure everyone could shop for presents safely.
Author: Emma Henderson
Updated: 3:19 AM EST December 18, 2020
MAUMEE, Ohio — A pandemic didn't stop the Maumee Police Department and Meijer from making sure northwest Ohio kids have something to open on Christmas morning.
"My mind was blown when I saw everything that I got," 8-year-old Ashlyn Johnston said.
Ashlyn and her twin brother were two of the kids shopping with a Maumee police officer at their side for the annual "Shop with a Hero" event.
She navigated the aisles, searching for Barbies, craft supplies and a toy for their cat; even Ashlyn's shopping pal, Officer Hoover, has a favorite part.