July 30, 2019 at 10:02 a.m.
Punishers club raises money for charities
By From Jeff Yarnell-
Editor's Note: Hope resident Jeff Yarnell is a member of the Punishers motorcycle club and wanted to clear up some misconceptions people might have about their activities. The group is made up of police, military, firefighters and other community-minded bikers and currently has 1,400 "patched in"members, 300 prospects and 200 chapters worldwide. Yarnell is a member of the chapter based in Geneva.
Who are the Punishers?
We are a benevolent association of police, military and firefighters and like-minded individuals.
What do the Punishers do?
Well our motto is “in service to others. We strive to help those in need . We are always doing rides and fundraisers to help the less fortunate.
What’s an LEMC?
A Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club. You do not have to be law enforcement to be a member. You do have to have good intentions and a heart for giving.
How many people are involved in the Punishers?
There are 10 Punisher chapters in Indiana with 1,400 members worldwide we are in many states and countries.
What else do people need to know about the Punishers?
We want to educate the public about us. We are not a gang we are a club. We always have the desire to give and have hosted many ride/benefits in the past. This year we have already raised over $15,000 for people in need. It is our desire and goal to do good in our communities. I’m hoping to organize a ride in the future to help benefit the Community Center of Hope.
