(EL PASO COUNTY, Colo.) — The El Paso County Sheriff’s Office (EPSO) Mounted Unit has received a $15,000 donation from God’s Pantry Ministry, a local non-profit located in Security-Widefield, in honor of two horses that recently passed.
EPSO said the donation was a heartfelt tribute to two beloved members of the Mounted Unit, equine partners Major Bradley and Zulu, who recently passed away.
Major Bradley, EPSO mounted unit horse. Courtesy: El Paso County Sheriff’s Office
EPSO Mounted Unit equine partner Zulu. Courtesy: El Paso County Sheriff’s Office
In 2024, EPSO said God’s Pantry made a similar contribution in honor of K9 Jinx, who gave his life in the line of duty protecting his handler and fellow law enforcement partners.
“It is a privilege to support those who serve,” said Carey Adams, Owner of God’s Pantry Ministry. “We were deeply moved by the loss of Major Bradley and Zulu, and we hope this donation reflects our continued appreciation for the work of the Sheriff’s Office and the noble animals who serve alongside them.”
EPSO said the generous donation will help the Sheriff’s Office offset the costs of two additional horses for the Mounted Unit, equipment, and feed. EPSO said this will help ensure the continued presence of these vital partners in public safety and community engagement.
“I am grateful to Carey, Mona, and the volunteers at God’s Pantry for their ongoing support and compassion,” said El Paso County Sheriff Joseph Roybal. “Major Bradley and Zulu were more than equine partners; they were ambassadors of our agency, connecting with the community they served and embodying the strength and spirit of our western heritage. Their loss is felt throughout our ranks and the citizens we serve.”
Adams said the donation was made out of appreciation for the service and sacrifice of not only the men and women who serve in law enforcement, but for their four-legged partners as well.
“Our ministry supports the work of the El Paso County Sheriff’s Office, their animal partners, and the remarkable work they do to keep our community safe. We are grateful for everything they do,” said Adams.
