The first wave of coats from the Halifax County Sheriff’s Office second Deputy Coat Drive were delivered to Angel’s Closet today.

Sheriff Wes Tripp said delivery of the more than 100 coats represents several weeks of collections through drop-off sites at B&J Cash and Carry and the sheriff’s office. It also represents contributions made by members of First Baptist Church on Becker Drive, which is a partner in the effort, and those collected by deputies.

Angel’s Closet will distribute the coats to children in need of them.

The sheriff’s office is looking for donations of new or slightly worn coats. The drive continues through the holiday season.

Tripp is hopeful this year’s drive can surpass last year’s contribution of more than 1,000. “The Roanoke Valley has a proven track record of helping each other out. When there’s a need, people come forward.”

Phil Hux, who serves on the board of Angel’s Closet, said, “We appreciate the coats and everything the sheriff’s office has done for us in the past. These coats can’t come at a better time.”

Drop-off points for the coats are B&J’s Cash and Carry on Becker Drive and the sheriff’s office in Halifax. A pickup can be arranged by a deputy by calling Tripp at 252-578-6761.