Sierra Madra Police Department Joins Pink Patch Project at L.A. County Fair

SIERRA MADRE, CA — The Sierra Madre Police Department announced Thursday it will be participating in the Pink Patch Project at the Los Angeles County Fair, which is set to open Friday.

The Pink Patch Project was the brain child of the Seal Beach Police and Irwindale Police departments. According to the Pink Patch Project website, the patches are intended to stimulate conversation within the community and to encourage public awareness in the early detection and fight against breast cancer.

"The program centers on vibrant pink versions of the public safety officer's uniform patch," Irwindale Police Department's Public Information Officer Sgt. Rudy Gatto said. "A part of the program, many agencies will sell their pink patches to the community, along with commemorative t-shirts, challenge coins and other items."

More than 40 Southland public safety agencies will be displaying their wares at the County Fair from Sept. 2 through Sept. 25. The Pink Patch booth will be inside Exhibit Hall No. 4 and will open during fair hours.

Volunteers will be on hand to meet with the community about the Pink Patch program and the importance of early detection.

"Breast cancer awareness is something that everyone has connection to," Gatto said.

Patch editor Ashley Ludwig contributed to this story. Photo courtesy of the Pink Patch Project.