Marshall Police Getting Riot Gear

MARSHALL — The Marshall Police Department is preparing for whatever may come its way by obtaining some riot gear. Police Chief Jesus “Eddie” Campa says the city will buy 38 protective helmets, 38 pairs of elbow pads, 38 chin guards, 38 shields, 50 36-inch batons, and 38 pairs of protective gloves. Campa says he hopes his department never needs the equipment, but would rather have the equipment and not need it than need it and not have it. It will cost the department about $15,000 to purchase the gear, which is being paid for through a grant.