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Punishers Law Enforcement

Motorcycle Club Forms Local Chapter

The Rattlesnakes

Chandler Gautier, President, Rick Myers, Secretary/Chaplain, JD Hartman, Sergeant at Arms, Brian
Lucas, Vice-President

The Punishers Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club is a brother- Another worthy project is Autism Speaks which is dedicated
hood of law enforcement officers, court officers, correctional to promoting solutions, across the spectrum and throughout
officers and other justice system professionals; EMS, Fire- the lifespan, for the needs of individuals with autism and
fighters, Military and like-minded individuals. The foundation their families through advocacy and support; increasing un-
is laid by men who risk their lives every day and serve each derstanding and acceptance of people with autism spectrum
community that they represent. disorder; and advancing research into causes and better inter-
ventions for autism spectrum disorder and related conditions.
Just recently a Harnett County Chapter was formed with mem- Leukemia & Lymphoma Society is another noteworthy proj-
bers; Chandler Gautier - President, Rick Myers - Secretary/ ect. The mission of The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society
Chaplain, JD Hartman - Sergeant at Arms, Brian Lucas - Vice- (LLS) is: Cure leukemia, lymphoma, Hodgkin’s disease and
President. myeloma, and improve the quality of life of patients and their
families. LLS exists to find cures and ensure access to treat-
Punishers LEMC is an old school motorcycle club whose tra- ments for blood cancer patients. We are the voice for all blood
ditions and beginnings date back to July 4, 1999 in New York cancer patients, and we work to ensure access to treatments
USA. They have a tight bond of brotherhood among those who for all blood cancer patients.
share their colors. They respect all colors, cuts and clubs and if
respect is given, respect should be returned. Punishers LEMC is a world-class Brotherhood that shares a
common bond to meet as a group and ride motorcycles. They
Punishers LEMC is a non-profit organization who throughout take great pride in our dedication to their families, work, club,
each year raises money for different organizations and causes. This group’s desire and goal is to exist to feel the freedom
One of the projects is The Wounded Warrior Project which of the wind in their face and help those who aren’t fortunate
provides free programs and services to address the needs of enough to have that same feeling.
wounded warriors and fill gaps in government care. Page 23