Greenfield, IN – Retired Indiana State Police Sergeant Ernie Alder will be carrying the Indiana Bicentennial Torch during its tour through Hancock County. Alder was nominated by his daughter Barbara for his selfless dedication to his community, his family and the Indiana State Police. During his career with the Indiana State Police Sgt. Alder was most known for his work as a Public Information Officer and is credited with starting the Indiana State Police Youth Camps in 1971, which are still active today. Alder was also the founder of the Indiana State Police Museum, which opened in 1993. He has stayed very involved with the Indiana State Police since his retirement, often volunteering his time to help with special events at the Museum.
Ernie will be handed the torch Friday October 14th around 6:00 p.m. near the Nuts and Bolts Parking lot, 3055 W. US 40 in Greenfield, and will carry the torch to Mozzi’s Pizza at 2221 W. Main Street in Greenfield. A longtime friend of Ernie's, Master Trooper Rob Mckeeman, will be escorting him in an official 1965 Ford Indiana State Police Car.
People are encouraged to line the Bicentennial Torch Relay Route throughout the state to celebrate Indiana’s 200th birthday.
