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Officer Enrique Chavez' BBQ Fundraiser and Blood Drive Los Angeles: A fundraiser is planned in support of Police Officer Enrique Chavez, who was seriously wounded in an accidental shooting on July 11, 2006. On Thursday, July 20, 2006, Officer Chavez had surgery and a metal rod was placed in his spine. As result of this unfortunate accident, Officer Chavez will be paralyzed from the waist down. The Media is invited to attend the event. Any advance promotion of this event is greatly appreciated. Mrs. Chavez will be at the event to thank the officers and the community for all the support given to her family. This is truly a family event with entertainment and children activities. All proceeds raised will go to the Blue Ribbon Fund Account or Los Angeles Police Federal Credit Union for Officer Enrique Chavez. The money will be used for his rehabilitation and acclimation to his injuries. Friday, August 4, 2006 BBQ Fundraiser 10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Blood Drive 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m. Los Angeles Police Academy Picnic Area 1880 North Academy Road Los Angeles, CA 90014 "Blue Ribbon Trust Account for Officer Chavez" C/O Steve Getzoff, 17404 Ventura Boulevard Encino, CA 91316 Los Angeles Police Federal Credit Union Po Box 10188 Van Nuys, Ca 91410 Attn: Officer Enrique Chavez Trustee Donation Account If you have any questions, please call Media Relations Section at 213-485-3586.