Dollars For Dale lunch raises funds for Bowling Green officer

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. – The Bowling Green Police Department opened up to the public Friday in order to help out one of their own.

BGPD held a chili lunch event today to raise money for officer Dale Barbiea as he battles cancer.

Members of the community funneled in and out from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. exchanging donations for bowls of chili and grilled cheeses.

The Barbiea family showed up today and News 40 spoke to Don Barbiea, Dale’s older brother, who said the family is so appreciative of Dale’s second family for stepping in to help out and asks that anyone who can to continue to donate.

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