Martha Menefield82 years old, opened the door to two Alabama police officers on Nov. 27. Valley Police Department officers were on hand to arrest her for an unpaid $77.80 water bill during the day. hand.
Now, more than 1,000 donations have poured in, surpassing Menefield’s fundraising goal of $25,000. Although she launched GoFundMe about four days ago, it has raised more than $31,900.
“[The water bill] has since been paid, but I have had to pay for my house and some vision problems, and I could use some assistance. Thank God for everyone who wanted to help, and I appreciate all of them. God bless,” said Martha’s GoFundMe.
Over the weekend, bodycam footage showed an officer handcuffing the distressed Menefield, who was wearing a purple short-sleeved T-shirt.
Before her arrest, Martha explained that her daughter handled the bills, but the police denied that “She didn’t do it.” Menefield looked over the command, opened the phone, and repeatedly expressed confusion. Meanwhile, the officer explained that the city’s law enforcement should have sent her the notice about a month ago. The officer then informed Martha that she would have to pay $285 to “out of the PD or into the county jail.”
Watch the bodycam footage below:
Trae Tha Truth visits Martha Menefield in Alabama, encourages people to donate
As news of Martha’s arrest spread, Trae Tha Truth visited Martha in Alabama to check her morale and pledge that she wouldn’t go through that arrest twice. He is encouraging everyone to give what they can to help Menefield.
“Make a quick flight and pull up Mrs. Martha Menefield…. She won’t go through what she went through again. Her energy keeps you in good spirits… We can do our best to help change her life,” Trae wrote.
Martha also extended her thanks recorded by Trae to everyone who has supported her.
