Benton, KY (News First) – Judge Executive Kevin Spraggs and Sheriff Matt Hilbrecht are
proud to announce the designation of Marshall County’s first internet purchase exchange
location.
The designated area, under constant video surveillance, is located in the parking lot of the
Marshall County Sheriff’s Office and is marked with signage. This location may be used by
individuals buying or selling items online that need a safe place to meet to exchange purchased
items.
“Technology and the internet have changed the landscape of peer to peer commerce.
Purchasing an item from an unknown individual online has often led people to meet strangers in
unknown locations that may not be safe. We are proud to support this effort to give our
residents a safe place for these transactions to take place.” commented Judge Executive Kevin
Spraggs.
The exchange locations have gained popularity across the country and Sheriff Matt Hilbrecht
was excited to play a part in bringing a location to Marshall County. “In our profession, we often
see the worst case scenarios play out. We want to take every opportunity to prevent those bad
situations and give our citizens a safe, secure, monitored and well lit space for these
transactions to happen.” said Hilbrecht.
Both Spraggs and Hilbrecht have made the safety and well being of Marshall County citizens a
priority and look forward to partnering and working closely on additional projects in the future.
They credit the quick realization of this idea to their great working relationship and shared
goals.
The exchange location is available to the public 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
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