Delco Hosting COVID Vaccine Clinic In Memory Of Scott Mahoney

BOOTHWYN, PA — Delaware County Park Police Superintendent Scott Mahoney died from coronavirus complications on May 18. Now, officials in Delaware County are hosting one-day COVD-19 Vaccine Drive for all public safety workers and IBEW members.

The Delaware County Fraternal Order of Police, the Delaware County Police Chief's Association, the District Attorney's Office, Delaware County Council, IAFF Local 1400 and IAFF 2493 in partnership with the IBEW Local 654 will host the clinic June 9

Single dose Johnson & Johnson vaccines will be given from noon to 6 p.m. at the IBEW Local 654 Hall, 3729 Chichester Ave. in Boothwyn

In the days and weeks before his death, Mahoney called and texted loved ones and numerous members of law enforcement urging them to get vaccinated.

"I was supposed to get the vaccine a few different times, but things kept coming up. Tell these guys to get the shot," Mahoney said in a text message to FOP President Chris Eiserman.

"Scott texted many of his brothers and sisters in blue while he was in the ICU asking us to get vaccinated," Eiserman said. "This day is in honor of him and in honor of his wishes. Come out and at least take the time to learn more about the vaccine."

Mahoney began his career in law enforcement as a Patrolman for the Delaware County Park Police in 1992. Over the years, he rose through the ranks until being officially sworn in as the Chief of the Delaware County Park police in 2019. He also worked as a part-time patrolman for Aldan, Clifton Heights, Colwyn, and Millbourne, and as a volunteer firefighter in Upper Darby through the years.

Delaware County Medical Advisor Dr. Lisa O’Mahony will be available to answer questions and address concerns during the Vaccine Clinic.

A buffet lunch and refreshments will be provided. People who receive the vaccine will have their name entered into a raffle to win $1,000, a Yeti cooler, and tickets to a Philadelphia Union Soccer game.

No registration is needed.

Police, Fire, and EMS personnel who are on duty will not have to wait in line and will be given priority placement. Call or email Eiserman at 267-216-8677 or fpd6328@hotmail.com with questions.