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With the NBA Playoffs in full swing and practically all of South Texas coming down with Spurs Fever, the Eagle Pass Police Department is taking the celebration of Law Enforcement Week to a completely new level. Sgt. Orlando Escareño informed The News Gram that he and his colleagues took on the challenge of seeking out the most athletic of their brethren to compete in a three-point basketball shootout.

Escareño and EPPD Squad D made the invitation to all officers to test their shooting skills in this three point shootout for prizes generously donated by two local businesses as well as the Honorable Francisco Martinez, Municipal Judge himself. First prize took home a $100.00 Wal-Mart Supercenter Gift Card. Coming in second may not have been to shabby as the runner-up took home a tool set and tool box donated by Tractor Supply, (Let's hope the fightin' officers of the EPPD didn't miss on purpose to get their hands on the tools!), and third prize would allow one participant to be able to take the Mrs. to supper at Chili's thanks to Judge Martinez. Winners of the contest will be announced at the annual banquet on Friday.