Martha Menefield, 82, opened her door to 2 Alabama cops on November 27. The Valley Police Department officers had been there to arrest her over an unpaid $77.80 water invoice–warrant in hand.
Now, greater than 1,000 donations have poured in, surpassing Menefield’s fundraising aim of $25,000. Though she launched the GoFundMe about 4 days in the past, it’s already raised over $31,900.
“[The water bill] has since been paid, but I have incurred expenses for my home and some vision issues, and I can use some assistance. Thank God fo all those who want to help, and I appreciate it all. May God Bless,” Martha’s GoFundMe says.
Over the weekend, bodycam footage confirmed an officer handcuffing a distressed Menefield, who was carrying a short-sleeved, purple tee.
Before the arrest, Martha defined that her daughter handles the payments, however the police fired again that “she hasn’t been doing it.” Menefield appeared over the warrant, opened her telephone, and repeatedly expressed confusion. Meanwhile, the officer defined that the town’s code enforcement ought to’ve despatched her a discover a couple of month in the past. Then the officer knowledgeable Martha she must pay $285 to “get out of PD or go to the county jail.”
Watch the bodycam footage beneath:
Trae Tha Truth Visit Martha Menefield In Alabama, Encourages People To Donate
As information of Martha’s arrest unfold, Trae Tha Truth visited Martha in Alabama to verify on her spirits and make a pledge that she received’t expertise that arrest twice. He’s encouraging individuals to present what they’ll to assist Menefield.
“Made A Quick Flight and Pulled Up On Mrs. Martha Menefield…. She won’t go thru what she went through again. Her Energy Keep U In Good Spirits….. We Can Do Our Best To Help Change Her Life,” Trae wrote.
Martha additionally despatched a thanks, recorded by Trae, to everybody who has proven her help.