Superheroes travel to the hospital to visit children

SAN ANTONIO – Multiple law enforcement agencies came together today to bring smiles to children in the hospital.

Members of the San Antonio Police Department, San Antonio Fire Department and SWAT team participated in the 10th annual Julian Andrade Superhero Drop.

Officers dressed up as various superheroes and struck North Central Baptist Hospital.

“They’re pushing off the roof of the Baptist Hospital here in a way to encourage the sick children. It’s just a wonderful event,” said Nick Soliz of SAPD.

Children could see superheroes like Deadpool, Spiderman, Wolverine and many more.

“We always joke and say this event here is bigger than Christmas because we have superheroes every year,” said Jordan Meyer, a nurse at the hospital.

This event is something law enforcement, hospital workers and children can look forward to every Halloween.

“It’s just really good for the kids to make sure they can still participate in all the Halloween festivities. Even if they can’t eat or drink, we make sure we give them some options like bubbles or Play Doh or some toys so they can still be involved,” Meyer said.

This event honors Julian Andrade, the son of a SAPD officer who lost his battle with cancer.