Businesses band together in fundraising effort for Leon County deputy injured in the line of duty

LEON COUNTY, Texas (KBTX) - A handful of businesses have teamed up to start a fundraising effort to support the recovery of Leon County Deputy Bill Sullivan.

Deputy Sullivan was injured in the line of duty on Saturday.

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When responding to a call, the suspect opened fire and struck the deputy twice, once in the face and once in the arm.

Now, as he is on his road to recovery, businesses have decided to donate prizes. Anyone can get a ticket for $20 to be put in the running to win the prizes.

All of the proceeds benefit Deputy Sullivan to help offset any financial burdens throughout his recovery process.

Prizes are as follows:

• Full wedding photography package valued at $4,000, or four full photo sessions (senior, newborn, family, etc.)
• Custom leather belt from Alex Dawson
• Whitetail shoulder mount from Cantlon Taxidermy
• Horseshoe boot rack from Wild Bill Boutique
• $500 gas gift card from Woody’s Smokehouse Northbound

“Officer Sullivan was injured in the line of duty serving our county and protecting our families, and I just felt like, as a member of this community, that he protects and serves; if I could do something to help his recovery, that I should,” said Christa Wright of Christa Wright Photography.

You can get your $20 ticket through Wright.

Payment options:

• CashApp: $christa4645
• Venmo: @Christa-Rogers-2
• PayPal: @christa3115
• Checks can be mailed to: Christa Wright, 335 CR 201, Centerville, Texas 75833

The prize winners will be announced on June 29.