PIKE COUNTY, KY.-A program that got its start in Pikeville is now being rolled out statewide. As a result, people seeking drug abuse treatment will be able to get help from state troopers. State police Commissioner Rick Sanders, Gov. Matt Bevin and state Justice and Public Safety Secretary John Tilley announced the Angel Initiative on Thursday. The program allows people to visit any state police post and be connected with officers there who will help them find appropriate treatment. A police statement says drug abusers will not be arrested if they don’t have outstanding criminal charges or warrants. Police started the initiative last year as a pilot program at the Pikeville and Richmond posts, and have facilitated getting 10 people into treatment.
