Alex Mann, a 23-year-old with autism from Chester County, PA, has made it his goal to visit as many police departments as possible to raise awareness about autism and show support for law enforcement officers.

Today, the Lakewood Police Department was honored to be the 400th police agency that Alex visited over the past four years in five different states.

The day began with Alex meeting Lakewood Township Police Department’s Chief of Police, Gregory H. Meyer, and the Community Relations Unit, along with other important members, for coffee and pastries.

Afterward, Alex enjoyed an exclusive tour of the police department.

The Community Relations Unit then took Alex and other key members of the department on a patrol ride-along in the BearCat throughout Lakewood, stopping by various landmarks – including Scoop Outdoor billboards which had a welcome message for him.

They also visited the Fire Department Local 80 to meet with Chief Jon Yahr for a tour, and the Sheldon Wolpin Lakewood Historical Museum Police Memorial Wall for some photos.

The Lakewood Police Department thanks; Hot Bagels, Scoop Outdoor, Jimmy Esposito for helping making the event a success.