MISHAWAKA, Ind. (WNDU) - Officers with the Mishawaka Police Department participated in the annual “Christmas with a Cop” event on Wednesday night.

The event was held at the Meijer store on Grape Road.

Members of the fraternal order of Police Lodge 91 accompanied a group of over 70 children for a fun night of Christmas shopping.

Patrolman Andrew Bauer calls the event a favorite.

“This is one of my favorite events of the year. We get to give back to the community and give back to those in need. Really support the community that supports us year-round,” said Andrew Bauer, patrolman of the Mishawaka Police Department. “There’s not much better feeling than coming back and taking these kids shopping. This might be the only time they get something for Christmas. It’s with our help and feels r

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