To meet fundraising challenge, KSP is raffling off a Challenger | Community Spirit

FRANKFORT, KY (FOX19) - The Kentucky State Police are raising money for their annual "Trooper Island" kids program this year by auctioning off a black 2012 Dodge Challenger R/T Classic. 

The Kentucky State Police describe the car as a modern interpretation of a heritage-inspired American muscle car, with a 5.7-liter, 372-horsepower HEMI V8 engine that delivers a throaty rumble and fuel saving technology of up to 25 mpg highway, a five-speed automatic transmission a rear-wheel drive suspension that transfers hardcore power to the road providing moves to match its muscle, a sculpted, and a pitch black exterior that makes it a real looker with a lean, menacing, low profile that features a stylish, long-nose form with functional hood scoops, hood-to-fender stripes, a rear spoiler and power sun roof. It has an upscale, dark slate gray cabin with comfortable seating for five and best-in-class rear head and leg room and a spacious 16.2 cubic inch cargo trunk and more than 45 safety and security features.

Tickets are $10 each.  If you want a chance to win the 2012 Dodge Challenger, contact any Kentucky State Trooper, Commercial Vehicle Enforcement Officer or Dry Ridge, Campbellsburg, or any of the 14 other KSP posts located throughout the state. Only 20,000 tickets will be sold. The winning ticket will be drawn on August 26th at the Kentucky State Fair. Ticket holders do not have to be present at the drawing to win. Raffle winner is responsible for all tax and license fees.  The Kentucky State

Police have obtained a charitable gaming license (#0000633) to conduct this contest.

Trooper Island is a free summer camp for underprivileged boys and girls age 10-12 operated by the Kentucky State Police on Dale Hollow Lake in Clinton County. It is financed entirely by donations, no public funds are used. Each year, the camp hosts approximately 700 children, providing good food, fresh air, recreation, guidance and structure and esteem-building activities designed to build good citizenship and positive relationships with law enforcement officers. Visit www.kentuckystatepolice.org for more information.

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