A program aimed at giving those struggling with addiction a path to help is being highlighted by Clinton Police Chief Ben Lowers.

On the WHOW Morning Show Wednesday, Chief Lowers told Regional Radio the 'Safe Passage' program connects people law enforcement encounters with help they may be seeking.

According to Chief Lowers, the Safe-T Act has created a situation where law enforcement is now encountering the same suspects, and while he admits jailing someone who is under the influence is not the cure to a problem, he believes it can sometimes be a step towards finding the help they need.

Chief Lowers notes the 'Safe Passage' program also allows someone battling substance abuse to bring any drug-related items they have and turn those over to the police without risk of being charged, and the police will help that person find help.

While individuals may not be successful in their attempts at rehab the first or even second times, law enforcement will continue to work with them to seek that help.