(Photo provided) New Martinsville Police Department officers prepare for a night of Hide And Seek with local residents on Oct. 25. The event raised about $840 for the department’s Shop With A Cop program.

NEW MARTINSVILLE – The New Martinsville Police Department recently held a game of Hide and Seek with 84 people participating on Oct. 25.

“The officers had a run for their money this year with 49 people not being found,” the department noted on its social media. “Kudos to the great hiding places – 35 out of 84 people were found this year.”

The department thanked everyone who participated this year.

“The officers had a great time competing with each other and we hope everyone is enjoying their bragging rights for this year. They’ll have their chance at redemption next year,” the department noted.

Participants paid $10 each to play, with proceeds benefiting the department’s Shop With A Cop, which is a Christmastime program for local children. With 84 participants, that means $840 likely was raised.

The hiders were given a 15-minute head start before the officers began seeking them. Participants had to stay within the city limits and out of buildings and private yards.