Blue Knights debunk perception of only ‘outlaw' motorcycle riders..

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Motorcycle club comprised of retired law enforcement officials rides for kids.. KEY WORDS HERE ARE FOR THE KIDS THAT`S WHY THEY ARE GETTING THE MENTION ,BUT THERE ARE STILL PART OF THE BIGGEST GANG OUT THERE.....
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Members of the local chapter of the Blue Knights Motorcycle Club, made up of active and retired members of law enforcement. DAVID PARDO, DAILY PRESS
Motorcycle club comprised of retired law enforcement officials rides for kids
They're heard before they're seen. They ride two by two, rattling car windows as they pass, but these men and women on motorcycles are nothing to fear. They are the Blue Knights Motorcycle Club, and they are made up of active and retired members of law enforcement.
"We are a law enforcement family and we enjoy the aspect of riding (motorcycles)," Rick Morales, president of the Blue Knights' local chapter, said. "This just allows us to remain part of a group and also do some great charity work."
Based out of Hesperia, the local Blue Knights chapter has 18 members from various agencies, including retired military police officers, San Bernardino County Sheriff's officials, Pomona Police Department officers and Department of Corrections officials.
"I retired from the military police and was looking for the continued brotherhood, and motorcycles are our common denominator," Wayne Box said. Box is the group's longest serving member and was president of the club from 2000-01.
Founded locally in 1997, the group organizes various fundraising events that mainly benefit the Loma Linda University Children's Hospital.
"It's a great feeling to show up at the hospital and see the kids' faces," said member Kiko Martinez.
"That's why I do it," chimed in Tony Buscemi, the club's newest member.
One of the group's major events is the upcoming poker run. Held every May, the event raised about $1,500 last year for the children's hospital. They hope to exceed that amount this year.

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